I found one today at an antique store mixed in with dozens of West German tourist market-type steins. It doesn't have the more obvious tell-tale signs of a repro, however, it also doesn't have an owner's name (nor any space where one might have been rubbed out), and has an inscription of "Zur Erinnerung an meine Dienstzeit", which is a red flag for me with these. I didn't have time to check the lithophane or take photos as I was being rushed and the employee wasn't particularly friendly. Going back to take a look tomorrow. Does it sound like it might be worth further investigation?
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Never mind. Went for another look after reading up on them all night. A fairly convincing fake.
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This Deutscher Schützenbund tankard was also offered for a similar price. Looking to add to my newfound personal collection. What do you think?Comment
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Reproduction surrounded by other reproductionsComment
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