Original Imperial German WWI Era 4th Royal Bavarian Chevau-légers "King" Beer Stein with Hinged Lid - Dated 1897-1900 Crimean War We estimate this particular helmet

We estimate this particular helmet was likely made in the mid-1830s-early 1840s

The blade is held in place by a single bamboo MEKUGI (peg)

The ebony grip is a nice example showing in great shape except for a crack on the reverse near the cross guard

L marking indicating the 9×23mm Largo caliber

Original Imperial German WWI Era 4th Royal Bavarian Chevau-légers "King" Beer Stein with Hinged Lid - Dated 1897-1900 Crimean War We estimate this particular helmetOriginal 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