How do you date a German beer stein?
Tips for Dating Your German Beer Stein
- Look for markings that indicate it was made in Germany.
- Beer stein handles didn’t get bumps on them until the 1920s, so the lack of a bump can help date your piece.
- A number on the stein that starts with “17,” “18” or “19 is not necessarily a manufacture date.
How do I identify a German stein?
How to Tell if a Beer Stein is Valuable
- It’s German. If it’s made in Germany, odds are your stein is special.
- The lid is lighter on the inside.
- There’s no bump on the handle.
- It’s hand-painted.
- It tells a story.
- It’s made out of an expensive substance.
- Read more about collectibles and antiques on the SecurCare blog.
How much is a German stein worth?
German Stein Value You can find an antique German beer stein at a price range from $50 to $5,000. The precise information about the particular piece can make a difference of thousands of dollars. For example, a 17th-century American tankard, which belonged to one family for generations, was sold for $140,000.
What does DBGM mean?
DBGM
| Acronym | Definition |
|---|---|
| DBGM | Deutsches Bundes Gebrauchsmuster (German: German Federal Utility Model) |
| DBGM | Depressed Black Gay Men |
When was the D are G M 154927 issued?
D.R.G.M. 154927 was issued to Adolf Diesinger on 9 April 1901 and notification of the patent was applied to the bases of many Diesinger steins from that point forward. The notification can be found in two configurations.
What does the d.r.g.m.stand for?
On the bottom of many (although far from all), “D.R.G.M.” base marks will be seen. D.R.G.M. is an acronym for Deutsches Riech Gebrauchsmuster (German Empire Registered Design) and comparable in most respects to “Patent Protected” in the United States.
What was the patent number for the diesinger Stein?
All Diesinger character steins were manufactured during the late production period, as were all the steins bearing Diesinger’s second patent number, D.R.G.M. 250635, issued for a ceramic hinge attachment, both of which will be examined in detail further on.
What does drgm stand for in patspeak?
DRGM is for Deutsches Reichs-Gebrauchsmuster. These so-called in patspeak “utility-model” patents were first introduced in 1891. They were for technical improvements (not designs) and do not have a parallel in the American or British systems.