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From: Frank - Beer Stein Library
Remote Name: 68.80.27.15
Date: 07/29/2009
Time: 10:46:53 AM
I'm not sure what it is that led you to question the jug's authenticity, but from the photographs it would appear to have all the appropriate characteristics for a Gmunden Birnkrug, circa 1780 or thereabout. Of course, it's rarely possible to reach a firm conclusion on an issue like this without actually holding the item in one's hand, but I'm personally familiar with the seller and have every reason to trust his judgment. Had it sold at $985, and assuming it's authentic, the buyer would have gotten a real bargain for a piece like that in the stated condition.