This book features a greater wealth of knowledge on the subject of steins than ever before available. This updated editon contains additional information that will be valuable to the beginer as well as the experienced collector. Expanded information on contemporary steins is included. Sections on history, production, materials, categories and manufacturers are all included. Several hundred illustrations apear, complete with appraisals.
Every shield is raised relief adn entirely handpainted.
The body is made out of hight grade stoneware. The pewter lid is adorned with a resin cast kings, crown and sitting on top of the crown is a pewterized Bugs Bunny with crown and robe. The thumblift is a pewter carrot. Castle turrets and banners are the bornders. It celebrates Germany's oldest University city.