Description
I need to know the value of this beer stein.
The stein is large and is from the American Brewing Company in Saint Louis Missouri
It has a pewter top but it is broken.
The bottom of the stein says GERMANY and has a few other marking and number.
()see photos for details)
The stein looks like it would pour beer, not drink from it.
Believe it is for decorative display, but not sure.
Category
Ceramics and Porcelains
Medium
ceramic and pewter
Distinguishing marks
ABC or American Brewing Company and GERMANY on bottom of stein
ABC Bohemian King of All Bottled Beers
ABC Bohemian King of All Bottled Beers
Condition
Good
Size and dimensions of this item
15-20 inches tall
a large beer stein
a large beer stein
Date Period
unknown - maybe 1890s
Weight
3-5 pounds
History
I found no history on ABC or American Brewing Company in Saint Louis.
I would like for the appraiser to help with this.
I would like for the appraiser to help with this.
Price Paid (If known)
gift from father
For Sale?
No
Photos
Re: American Brewing Company Stein
This is a beer pitcher. American Brewing Company operated from 1890-1906, this label for their A B C Bohemian beer. Wow, hardly any info on this but I found a site
http://www.collectorsweekly.com/breweriana/steins/stories they have a "show&tell" you can post your stein and get some answers. Let us know what you find out.
Also this article for info http://www.yukon-news.com/opinions/columns/23560/
Re: American Brewing Company Stein
A stein like this would considered rare, being that the company that it represents only was in operation a short period of time. Placing a avalue on it is difficult, generally the only way to find out is to use the services of a Specialist dealer like Gary Kisner ( see link below)
http://www.garykirsnerauctions.com/
Re: American Brewing Company Stein
I was thinking the same thing, its a nice one.