The Pint of the Patron Saint 🍺👑

👑 The Legend on the Lid: King Gambrinus 🍺
 
👑 Perched atop this stein, rendered in hand-painted porcelain, is the Patron Saint of Brewers himself.
 
👑 Legend says Gambrinus wasn’t just a king; he was a giant of a man who once beat the Devil in a drinking contest to win the secret of hops. He’s the jolly fellow you see there, crown slightly askew, clutching a frothing mug.
 
👑 He sits on a beer barrel like a throne, reminding everyone that while kings rule over lands, Gambrinus rules over the spirit of the party. Having him on the  lid was considered a good luck charm for never finding the bottom of your glass too quickly.
 
👑 Anatomy of a Masterpiece 🍺
 
👑 The body is crafted from heavy, faceted glass, it was designed to catch the candlelight of a smoky beer hall. That starburst pattern on the bottom isn't just for show—it’s a "rosette," a classic mark of German glass craftsmanship meant to dazzle anyone watching you take a long swig.
 
👑 The lid is made of fine pewter. In the old days, these lids were strictly functional—designed to keep out unwanted germy germs. By the time this beauty was made, the lid had become a throne for the porcelain art you see, serving as a tiny, hinged umbrella for your ale.

👑The Secret View 🍺
 
👑 Notice that Gambrinus is facing you when you drink. That’s no accident. He’s there to toast your health every time you tip the glass back.
 
👑 Imagine this stein in a bustling Munich cellar circa 1900. It has likely survived two World Wars, decades of boisterous singing, and perhaps a few close calls with a rowdy tabletop. It represents a Golden Age of brewing when beer wasn't just a drink, but a culture, and every man’s stein was his personal coat of arms.
It hasn't just held beer; it’s held secrets, laughter, and the occasional tall tale. It’s a piece of liquid history that transformed a simple Tuesday night at the pub into a royal banquet.
 
👑 While the exact birthday of this royal mug remains a secret known only to the glassworks, its sturdy paneled body and gleaming pewter lid are steeped in the tradition of German and Bohemian craftsmanship. The design echoes the "Golden Age of the Stein" (circa 1890–1910), a time when every tavern-goer wanted a glass as brilliant as their brew. 
 
👑 Collectors Note- In the world of antiques, history often repeats itself! Because this "King of Beer" design was so beloved, high-quality revivals were produced throughout the mid-20th century. Whether this piece hails from the turn of the century or is a mid-century tribute to that storied era, it remains a splendid example of German Historismus—an art style that celebrates the heroes of the past.
 
There is some resin on the handle from the manufacturing process.
 
All items are in vintage and antique preloved condition. Some minor surface scratches may be present.  I do my best to note and photograph any wear.  Please contact me with any further questions :)