Rare 1930s-40s Gerz Beer Stein 5L Made In Germany - No Lid - Master Stein For Sale

Vintage Simon Peter Gerz 5-Liter Master Relief Beer Stein – Model #3666 (Circa 1930s-1940s)

Up for sale is a massive, vintage German master-size stoneware relief beer stein manufactured by the renowned Simon Peter Gerz factory. This colossal 5-Liter statement piece features an incredibly detailed, hand-painted relief depicting a traditional outdoor tavern/beer garden celebration scene with lively & Maker Mark Details: The base features rare, highly specific early incised markings that date this piece to the late 1930s or 1940s production era.

-Incised Triangle Mark: Features the triangle outline containing the number "1"—the hallmark style of Gerz during this era.

-Text Stamp: "MADE IN GERMANY" (Pre-dating the "West Germany" division marks).

-Mold Number: Crisp "3666" registration mold stamp.

-Capacity: Explicit "5L" liquid volume stamp.

-Dimensions: Height: Approximately 21 inches tall (open top, without a lid).

-Capacity: 5 Liters (Master/Magnum Size).

-Condition Notes (Please Read): This stein is being sold without its original pewter lid / open top. The stoneware body and vibrant hand-painted relief work remain in beautiful vintage condition.

*Please inspect all high-resolution photos carefully to judge the exact condition of the rim, base, and glaze.

*Perfect as a standalone display piece, umbrella stand, or for a collector looking to source a replacement Gerz pewter lid.

*Sold as-is. Carefully packed and double-boxed for secure transit.

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📋 Item Simon Peter Gerz (Gertz)

Country/Region of Manufacture: Germany

Model Number: 3666

Volume/Capacity: 5 Liters (5L)

Theme: Breweriana, Beer, Traditional Tavern / Outdoor Beer Garden

Material: Heavy Stoneware / Ceramic

Object Type: Master Beer Stein / Magnum Stein

Era: Vintage (Circa 1936–1945)

Size: 20 3/4" tall (standard 4" lid opening)

Stein has a standard 4" opening on top for a lid

Weight - 10 lbs. 10 oz

Material: Hand-painted earthenware