Mettlach etched stoneware 1/2L stein, Gymnast, #1914, pewter figural head thumb rest and frame, lacking lid (porcelain insert), a figure to the front beside 4 F sign, text to either side “Gut Heil†/ “Lasst Kraft uns erwerben mit Herz und Hand, zu leben und zu sterben für’s heil’ge Vaterland, marks as pictured, small chip by foot , 8"h, 2.25lbs **Note: The “4F†symbol depicted in two places in the central design represents a movement begun by Friedrich Ludwig Jahn (1778-1852), or “Turnvater Jahnâ€, who is credited with responsibility for organizing the first gymnastic clubs (Turn Vereine) in Germany during the early 19th century. The four Fs stand for “Frisch, Fromm, Fröhlich, Frei†(Fresh, Pious, Happy, Free) - Internet Source** Start Price: $30.00

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