A beer stein with a pointed pewter lid, featuring a scene of medieval gamblers, and a dog under the table, playing a game of dice.
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Life is a Gamble Beer Stein 0.5L by KING Werk

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In Germany, beer steins and glasses are measured to a marked fill line, not the rim, to leave space for that perfect foamy head

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$199
  • Authentic German Beer Stein, handcrafted by KING Werk Germany
  • Limited edition collectible, only 2,500 individually numbered pieces worldwide
  • Original Thewalt 1893 design, faithfully reproduced by KING Werk
  • Depicts a medieval dice game scene inside a castle tavern hall
  • Four men gathered at a wooden table with beer mugs, dice, and laughter
  • Faithful dog resting beneath the table, watching the players
  • German inscription on scrolls reads: “Life is a game of dice; we throw the dice every day. To one fate gives so much, to another only sorrow.”
  • Pewter lid crafted to resemble a castle tower, inspired by Rothenburg’s city walls
  • Hand-painted ceramic relief with remarkable attention to color and texture
  • Height: Approx. 9.5 inches
  • Volume: 0.5 liter / 16.9 fl oz
  • Material: Ceramic, Pewter
  • A historic collectible for medieval and beer stein enthusiasts alike

Thewalt 1893 'Dice Game' Beer Stein - by KING

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    The “Life is a Gamble” Beer Stein by KING Werk tells a timeless story of chance, fortune, and fellowship. Originally designed by Thewalt in 1893, this half-liter stein features a detailed medieval tavern scene with four men playing dice inside a castle hall. Their mugs are filled, their laughter echoes, and beneath the table, a loyal dog quietly observes the game.

    Around the stein, scrolls inscribed in German read: “Life is a game of dice; we throw the dice every day. To one fate gives so much, to another only sorrow.” The design reflects both humor and wisdom, capturing the essence of medieval life.

    The pewter lid, shaped like a castle tower, completes the look, making the stein resemble a fortress from the city of Rothenburg. Beautifully hand-painted and finely detailed, this piece celebrates traditional German craftsmanship and storytelling.

    Q: What scene is featured on the Life is a Gamble Beer Stein?
    A: It depicts four medieval men playing dice in a castle tavern, with beer mugs and a loyal dog beneath the table.

    Q: What does the inscription on the Beer Stein mean?
    A: It translates to “Life is a game of dice; we throw the dice every day. To one fate gives so much, to another only sorrow.”

    Q: What makes this Beer Stein special?
    A: Its pewter lid is designed to look like a castle tower, giving the stein the appearance of a medieval fortress.

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