-You are ordering this Villeroy and Boch, Mettlach, mold 1643, antique, German, 3/10 liter beer steins
-Cataloged as "Student" and considered part of the early Mettlach tapestry stein series.
-3/10 liter capacity, approx. 5.25" tall with a 3 3/8" base diameter. Weighs one pound, 4 ounces empty. 
-Base stamp indicates .3L example was produced in 1891. 1L produced in 1898.
-Blemish noted: Some brown discoloration on sides of the handle of .3L that doesn't remove with soap and water.  
-Tapestry stein features a dueling student drinking beer from his own tapestry stein while seated on a chair and petting / holding his loyal dog that is at his side. 

-Perfect Christmas, birthday, or anytime gift for the Mettlach or antique beer stein collector in your world.
-Perfect décor addition to any drinking or German themed space in your home, bar, or restaurant.
-If you like this one, please see the "Beer Steins" section of my store for more Mettlach, antique, and collectible steins currently available. Please save my store to your favorites and check back frequently for new steins.
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