Bayern stein without a lid. This decorative engraved bayern coat of arms stein will make for a great gift or decorative accent to your collection! Colorfully decorated collectible beer steins are popular around the world. The origin of german beer steins date back to the 14th century. In german-speaking regions a stein may be known as "Humpen" (if stoneware) or "Steinkrug" (if earthenware). "Beer stein" derives from the german words "Bier" (beer) and "Steinkrug" (literally stone crock). Bayern coat of arms beer stein capacity holds about one bottle of beer. The design: this german-themed ceramic beer stein features a decorative engraved bayern coat of arms.