Traditional German-style stoneware beer stein features a salt-glazed cobalt blue and grey finish with intricate relief scenes of mythical figures and forest landscapes, topped with a hinged pewter lid.

Size: 7 x 4 3/4 x 10 1/4 in. 

Gerz steins are traditional German beer mugs produced by the historic Simon Peter Gerz II Steinzeugfabrik, a company founded in the 19th century and known for its high-quality stoneware. These steins are especially recognized for their durable salt-glazed finish, detailed relief designs, and classic pewter lids, often featuring scenes of German folklore, military history, or regional life. Many Gerz steins were made in the Westerwald region of Germany, an area famous for its ceramics, and they are highly collectible today due to their craftsmanship, authenticity markings, and the fact that production ceased in the late 20th century, making vintage pieces increasingly valuable among collectors.

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