Description: VINTAGE AMSTERDAM/HOLLAND ROYAL SCHWABAP PORCELAIN COAT-Of-ARMS BEER STEIN/MUG Purchased in Amsterdam during the early 1980s. Never used for its intended purpose, it sat on a shelf for decades and might be a little dusty. But it's design and coat-of-arms reflect the rich history of Amsterdam and its porcelain. The tapering design makes it easier to drink beer. The ear-shaped handle design became popular in Europe during medieval times, and were often found on beer steins, tankards, and other drinking vessels. The design was a simple and creative innovation to improve the grip and functionality of the mug. The stein's bottom displays the official stamp of Royal Schwabap, a Dutch porcelain manufacturer known for its high-quality ceramics and distinctive designs. The company was founded in 1984, and is one of the few remaining porcelain manufacturers in the Netherlands. ***HISTORICAL BACKGROUND*** The Amsterdam, Holland city Coat-of-Arms is a unique story in itself. It shows a red shield and a black pale with three silver Saint Andrew's Crosses and the Imperial Crown of Austria flanked on the sides by two golden lions. and the motto of Amsterdam. The elements of the coat-of-arms developed between the 13th and 16th century. The city motto: "Heldhaftig, Vastberaden, Barmhartig", meaning "Valiant, Steadfast, Compassionate", was added to the coat-of-arms in 1947 by Queen Wilhelmina to commemorate the bravery of Amsterdam citizens in resisting the Nazis during World War 2. DIMENSIONS: Height: 5". Diameter: Base: 4 1/4", Top: 3 1/2" ***SEE PHOTOS*** The design shows the wide base tapering up to the top. The white porcelain is nice and bright, with a small blemish design imperfection to the middle rear, about 1/16", which is fairly common in the manufacturing process of these types of porcelain materials. There is also a small dimple near the rim, about 1/8", also a design imperfection. The Amsterdam Coat-of-Arms features bold and vivid colors and gold leaf design, with no fading or bleeding. The wording states: AMSTERDAM HOLLAND, and the Coat-of-Arms features the Dutch inscription: "Heldhaftig, Vastberaden, Barmhartig", meaning "Valiant, Steadfast, Compassionate". The handle is an ear-handle design, slightly notched at the top, and in fine condition. The Schwabap stamp on the bottom is bold and sharp and reads: Original Porcelaine Royal Schwabap.
Price: 25 USD
Location: Charleston, South Carolina
End Time: 2025-02-06T10:36:07.000Z
Shipping Cost: 5 USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Brand: Schwabap
Object Type: Stein
Theme: Breweriana
Country/Region of Manufacture: Netherlands
