Original Imperial German WWI Era Portly Character Caricature Stein with Bismarck-Style Mustache & Hinged Lid US Civil War Stock measures approximately 39

Stock measures approximately 39

Measuring 26" on each leg

The reverse shows much less tarnishing

The paint was removed to show the original Luftschutz decal

Original Imperial German WWI Era Portly Character Caricature Stein with Bismarck-Style Mustache & Hinged Lid US Civil War Stock measures approximately 39Original Item: Only One Available. Perhaps no other collectible is so shrouded in myth, misinformation and mistaken identity as German regimental steins. These pieces have been steadily reproduced since the 1960s and most experts agree reproductions far outnumber authentic examples. Yet few buyers other than stein specialists know how to identify the fakes. We have examined this stein thoroughly, with reference to several websites such as RealorRepro