Original Imperial German WWI Era Hessian 61st (2nd Grand Ducal Hessian) Field Artillery Reservist Beer Stein with Hinged Lid - Dated 1903-1905 French Uniforms In form it has a

In form it has a full-sized brass hilt with a "P" guard

It was dissolved shortly after the defeat of Japan in 1945

The celluloid diamond crown sweat shield at the top is completely missing

"The Russell's captain is a fine fellow

and the summer of 1924 was devoted to work with its engines and radio equipment to prepare for fleet duty

Original Imperial German WWI Era Hessian 61st (2nd Grand Ducal Hessian) Field Artillery Reservist Beer Stein with Hinged Lid - Dated 1903-1905 French Uniforms In form it has aOriginal Item: Only One Available. Perhaps no other collectible is so shrouded in myth, misinformation and mistaken identity as German regimental steins. These pieces have been steadily reproduced since the 1960s and most experts agree reproductions far outnumber authentic examples. Yet few buyers other than stein specialists know how to identify the fakes. We have examined this stein thoroughly, with reference to several websites such as RealorRepro