A beer stein collection is not complete without an oktoberfest beer stein. Our huge selection of german beer steins includes king werk steins, limited editions, traditional steins, glass beer steins, pewter steins and more. Let us escorte you through the tents and booth labyrinth, take a look behind the scenes and learn anecdotes and curiosities. Aug 30, 1987 on many steins, the figure is depicted with a stein in one hand and a bunch of radishes the german equivalent to peanuts as a nibble with beer in the other. If you only own one book about beer steins, the beer stein book, by gary.
Before you tap the keg and turn up the oompah, heres a bit of history about the event and the beer style both named oktoberfest. Illustrated catalog, current prices, collectors information kirsner, gary, gruhl, jim on. Featured best selling alphabetically, az alphabetically, za price, low to high price, high to low date, new to old date, old to new. Authenticity is important to us, which is why youll find that many of our steins are handmade in germany with centuries old designs that inspire nostalgia for many of our customers. German man breaks his own world record for beercarrying. Sep 21, 2018 oktoberfest, the worlds largest beer festival, begins in munich, germany, on 22 september. German beer stein rustic bavaria stein, state coat of arms in centre panel, flanked by views of munich and neuschwanstein castle, state motto translated. Munichs hofbrauhaus has been the scene of many an oktoberfest, although the brewery is much older than the holiday itself. Sep 14, 2017 oktoberfest is a huge beer festival and travelling funfair that is held annually in munich, bavaria, germany the 184th event will be running from 16 september to 3 october and thousands of revellers will be attending the iconic volksfest beer festival in munich this year. History of oktoberfest from 1900 to the present day. The history of oktoberfest and beer steins grey fox pottery. What else could it be but munichs muchimitated oktoberfest in honor of the boozy party starting this week, here are 10 facts about the legendary german event that are certainly worth toasting. Oct 08, 2018 each year, the start of fall signals its almost time for oktoberfest.
A brief history of the beer stein the history of the beer stein can be traced back to the time of the black plague. Welcome to kannenbackerland kannenbackerland is an area in germany known as the original german beer stein producer. The most common material for beer steins and mugs before glass was introduced. Collecting beer steins an introduction to the hobby published by stein collectors international, inc. Historical themed beer steins german ceramic beer steins. The word stein is a shortened form of steinzeugkrug, which is german for stoneware jug or tankard. With us, history does not have to be either serious or boring. Oktoberfest mug in collectible german steins for sale ebay. Drinking beer from a plastic party cup is like wearing a white tshirt. Stein is an abbreviation of german steinzeug stoneware. Historical steins, oktoberfest dishes, plates, becher and the yearly steins that have been issued since 1978, both by the fest and the indiviual tents. German 500 year anniversary beer purity law german beer stein with pewter beer brewer figure lid. Regimental beer steins of the imperial german and royal bavarian armies and the.
The oktoberfest tours are also very suitable for young and old. Anheuserbusch stein catalog from the first bud man produced in 1975 until its merger with belgian brewing giant inbev in 2008, anheuserbusch was responsible for the production and marketing of some 600 different collector beer steins, building what for a time what was by far the most popular collecting specialty among u. If youve spent any time in germany, you have probably seen the muchloved pewter topped beer steins so popular as beer drinking vessels. Books for beer stein collectors history of german steins and mugs. Authentic german beer steins with lids imported pewter.
A brief history of steins and collecting information. Authentic german beer steins stein is an abbreviation of german steinzeug stoneware. It only comes but once a year, and when it does everyone is merry. Oktoberfest in the united states history and origin. Beer stein collectors, both beginners and more experienced, will gain a wealth of knowledge about german beer steins and other topics in our selection of german books. In 19, the braurosl was built, the largest tent with 12,000 seats. Most reference books on steins contain pictorial presentations. In addition to being easier on the pocket book and the space requirements. Whether youre looking for a beer glass or a german stein, plastic or ceramic, youre sure to find the exact german beer mug youre looking for. Beer steins by king deutschland german coat of arms beer mug 0. Oktoberfest mug in collectible german beer mugs for sale ebay.
A 400 year history, illustrated catalog, current prices. Unfollow beer stein to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Choose from our selection of german steins featuring oktoberfest beer wagons, oompah bands, german city scenes, dancing beermaids and of course the official beer stein of the largest oktoberfest in the world. The repertoire of our oktoberfest tour is exciting and very fun.
Sep 02, 2019 oktoberfest is now a monthlong wedding reception, a time to throw back a few beers, sing raucous songs and dance. Get the perfect gift for your german beer drinking bookworm. German stein collecting books catalog for the german beer stein collector we have a selection of musthave books and reference materials on collecting beer steins and mugs. The etymology of the word is either from stein krug meaning stone jugmug or from steingut meaning stone goods. How beer steins are produced, a beersteinsinternational factory tour on how german beer steins are produced. In 1910, the oktoberfest celebrated its 100th anniversary with the consumption of about 120,000 litres of beer a record for that time. If you are looking for a particular stein, need advice, or want to sell a stein or collection, contact us and we may be able to help. Look for exhibits on the history of oktoberfest and germans in new orleans as well as a gift shop selling souvenirs, such as beer steins, flower headbands, dirndls, lederhosen and hats. Oktoberfest beer steins history of the oktoberfest on the occasion of the wedding between crown prince ludwig and princess therese on october 12, 1810, numerous private and public celebrations took place in munich. Beer stein or simply stein, is an english term for either traditional beer mugs made out of stoneware, or specifically ornamental beer mugs that are usually sold as souvenirs or collectibles. Held annually in munich, bavaria, germany, it is a 16 to 18day folk festival running from mid or late september to the first sunday in october, with more than six million people from around the world attending the event every year. Get the best deals on oktoberfest mug in collectible german beer mugs when you shop the largest. German beer stein history and iformation on beer steins, beer mugs, and pewter, glass and.
Includes history, organization and service in the imperial german armies and navy. Budweiser beer steins and budweiser beer mugs from a variety of the budweiser steins series. Oktoberfest originated in munich, germany in 1810 and is now the worlds largest beer festival. The dog days of summer linger stubbornly for many of us around the world, while elsewhere the nights begin their gradual transition towards crisp coolness, suggesting to the trees its time to produce those bold gold, red and orange leaf colors of fall.
This is a musthave book for beer stein collectors, one of the largest and most comprehensive. Oktoberfest beer steins official ceramic german fest. Did you know that oktoberfest beer is a registered trademark by the club of munich brewers. Still used to this day, our selection of german beer steins is totally authentic and made the very same way they have been made for hundreds of years. Since beer mugs are seen as typically german, they are a popular souvenir among tourists. Oktoberfest in the united states history and origin february 17, 2018 best beer mugs for freezer complete guide on frosty beer mugs february 2, 2018 christmas beer mugs holiday beer steins. Ceramic oktoberfest beer steins for sale made by kingwerk in germany, this ceramic alpine oktoberfest beer stein is a must have piece for any collection. Meanwhile, a traditional fall celebration approaches. A brief history of beer steins, an article from a collectors website, taken from the beer stein book. Sep 06, 2016 gose is a nice springtime beer for drinkers who appreciate sour, tart, salty, or fruit flavors.
Get out the lederhosen and steinsit is the season for oktoberfest. Earth alone earthrise book 1 beer, german beer steins, antiques. Munichs hofbrauhaus holds a powerful position in german cultural and political history. Books for beer stein collectors history of german steins. Occupationals the mettlach book steins the mettlach tapestry steins. With roots in germany, the annual celebration calls to mind beer steins, lederhosen, and pretzels, but with a history that. Top ten oktoberfest beers issue 32 the beer connoisseur. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options.
From 1914 to 1918, the outbreak of the first world war prevented the oktoberfest. Like the berliner weissbier, your bartender might insist on squeezing a fruit or berry syrup into your glass to cut a bit of the acidity and add a floral aroma. A brief history of beer steins beer stein collectors glossary collecting. Beer stein catalogs of new and old german beer steins and. The word stein derives from a german word meaning stoneware jug or tankard.
Hundreds of steins are shown and priced, with an emphasis on steins dating from the 1800s and up, although many pre 1800 steins are shown also. Collecting beer steins stein collectors international. Beer steins german oktoberfest beer steins mugs, glasses. With over 250 german beer steins and glasses available for purchase, we have one of the largest selections. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Listing of german faience factories early faience stein catalog early stoneware stein. The largest beer festival in the world has become a hugely commercial orgy of brewery tents, food vendors, brass bands, costumes and carnival rides. This stunning ceramic beer stein celebrates the 500 year anniversary 1516 2016 of the german purity law or reinheitsgebot, which states only barley, hops and water can be used in beer. Guaranteed authentic beer steins we import directly from german stein makers.
A celebration of bavarian folk traditions, the event is attended by more than 6. Do you picture oktoberfest as a quaint but lively gettogether of rosyfaced germans, wearing lederhosen, clinking beer steins and yodeling in pleasant harmony. Oktoberfest beer steins official ceramic german fest beer. During the late 1800s, beer steins achieved a unique place in german culture that. Antique beer steins, stein catalog photo library, share your. The oktoberfest stein and memorabilia collectors enjoy a fierce and dedicated following. Used first for health reasons, the beer stein quickly became more than just a mug with a lid. Each year, the start of fall signals its almost time for oktoberfest. Illustrated catalog, current prices, collectors information. Workers feverishly loft tents halls if you will, which take approximately 70 days. In german, the word stein means stone and is not used to refer to a beverage. Anheuserbusch stein catalog the beer stein library.
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