Antique 3L Stoneware German Beer Stein Marzi & Remy #278 Mythical Creatures

Description

For consideration is this antique 3L salt-glazed stoneware German beer stein, mold #278, by Marzi and Remy depicting scrolling elements with mythical creatures. The central portion of the body shows dragons and angels with urns and floral elements. This specific mold number is missing from
the online website, "The Beer Stein Library," but I was able to find an image of the stein from the original manufacturer catalog on the website "MySteinCollection.com". It appears a full color version was created as a reproduction in more recent times, but this is an antique original in salt-glazed stoneware.
The stein measures approximately 14" tall to the top of the pewter finial. The stoneware is in mint
condition
with no chips, cracks or hairlines, but the pewter lid has a tear at the point of attachment to the tang. There is no other damage.
I am a member of Stein Collectors International as well as a member of the Chicago area chapter, The Meister Steiners. For anyone collecting German beer steins or interested in German steins, I would highly recommend joining SCI, as you will receive publications and can communicate with members from all over the world about steins.  There are also past publications online, where you can research steins through a number of scholarly articles.
Local pickup is welcome to save shipping cost, or I am happy to combine with other items won or purchased and pass along any shipping savings.  The stein will be insured for the full value of the purchase.  If purchasing multiple items, please wait until an invoice is received showing the shipping amount before submitting payment. Immediate payment is appreciated, but requested within 3 days of end of auction.  I participate in eBay's International Shipping Program, but am unable to provide a shipping discount for International buyers. Please contact with any questions.
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