The image shows an antique or vintage 1.0-liter stoneware lidded beer stein featuring a colorful transfer print of a Franciscan monk holding a beer mug, with the inscription "FRANZISKANER-LEISTBRÄU MÜNCHEN" and the Munich Child (Münchner Kindl) coat of arms below. [1]

Stein Details

• Origin & Brewery: Franziskaner-Leistbräu was a historic brewery in Munich, Germany, which later merged to become part of Spaten-Franziskaner-Bräu.

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• Design Features: Features a conical salt-glazed or grey-tone stoneware body, a pewter/metal lid with a conical finial, and hand-painted or glazed polychrome lithophane/transfer artwork of the iconic Franciscan friar.

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• Collectibility: Vintage and antique versions of these branded Munich brewery steins (frequently produced in sizes like 0.4L or 1.0L) generally appear in breweriana and antique auction markets

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The manufacturer mark on the inside of the lid confirms the identity and composition of the piece. The central stamp reads GERZ inside a stylized triangle, indicating it was manufactured by the prominent German pottery company Simon Peter Gerz (often referred to as Gerzit) based in Höhr-Grenzhausen. [1, 2, 3]

Mark Details & Composition

• 97% ZINN: "Zinn" is the German word for tin or pewter. This confirms that the lid is made of 97% pure, lead-free high-quality pewter, which is a premium alloy percentage compared to the more common 92% or 94% Zinn blends found on mid-century tourist pieces. [1, 2]

• Angel Hallmark: To the left of the triangle is an Angel Touchmark (often holding scales or a sword representing Justitia). This is a traditional European master-pewter mark used to certify lead-free purity and fine craftsmanship

I have acquired a large beer Stein collection (approximately 300) that I will be auctioning off.

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