German Vintage Pottery Beer Stein

The mug in the image is a German-style beer steinfeaturing a high-relief scene of men drinking and the inscription "In Vino Veritas, Aber Auch Im Bier Etwas".

Information on the Stein
    •    Origin: These steins are typically described as vintage, German-made, often from Western Germany.
    •    Material: It is a ceramic or stoneware mug with a brown and cream glaze and an applied handle.
    •    Inscription Meaning:
    ◦    "In Vino Veritas" is a Latin phrase that translates to "In wine, there is truth".
    ◦    "Aber Auch Im Bier Etwas" is German and translates to "But also something in the beer" or "but also a little something in the beer".
    ◦    The combined phrase is a humorous saying implying that while wine may reveal truth, beer offers its own form of value or insight.
    •    Scene: The relief depicts a classic tavern or pub scene with men seated around a table, one playing an instrument (likely a lute or guitar), enjoying their drinks. 

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