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This is a German-made stein of the type commonly presented as’end of tour’ gifts to Airmen and their spouses. It is a lithophane stein with a figure of a shapely woman that is visible when the bottom is held up to light. The markings and insignia are of the USAF’s 10th Tactical Recon Wing, 1st Tac Recon Squad. It has a pewter lid capped with a fighter jet. The stein is dated 1955 – 1957. It is hand painted and there is a tiny drop of red paint on the handle from the original painting process. Condition: This stein is in beautiful condition. It is brightly enameled and banded with a clean, smooth interior. There are a few scuff marks from normal shelf wear on the bottom of the stein and the lid is a bit loose. See pictures for condition references and please ask any questions before purchasing!

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This product is a 10 antique German salt-glaze plate or display featuring a military theme from the Air Force. The plate is from the 70s and was manufactured in Germany, specifically for the Spangdahlem Air Base. This collectible item would be a unique and historical piece for collectors interested in militaria and military memorabilia. Made by original maker Gebruder Plein, in Speicher Germany.

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Booklet – “The Forty Niner”. A Guide To SPANGDAHLEM AIR BASE GERMANY. Partners For Peace In NATO. Time Period – POST WWII. The Book And Pages Have Yellowed Over Time. There Is Some Staining Or Discoloration On The Covers. The Pages And Book Itself Are In Overall Really Good Condition. LOADED WITH VINTAGE ADVERTISEMENTS. See Photos To Assess The Books Condition For Yourself. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\Militaria (Date Unknown)\Air Force”. The seller is “jsh83chs-1″ and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States.

• Type: Book
• Force: Air Force
• Theme: Militaria
• Country/Region of Manufacture: Germany
• Modified Item: No

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Spangdahlem was built in 1951 in response to rising tensions in the Cold War, with the help of France since the area of the base was in French territory. The stein is named to Nicholas S. Albano and reads: 10th RECONNAISSANCE TECHNICAL SQUADRON SPANGDAHLEM AIR BASE GERMANY 1955 1958. During this time the 10th completed many recon missions, the squadron operated the Lockheed Shooting Star by day and the Douglas Invader by night. In 1954 the Martin RB-57A replaced the Douglas RB-26 and Republic Aviation RF-84-F Thunderjets replaced the Lockheed RF-80. Each side of the stein features hand painted detail, insignia and a map of Germany pinpointing the location of the airbase. The lid of the stein features wonderfully detailed Douglas RB-66 Destroyer Jet, and eagle perched on a US Shield. The base of the stein is lithophane and features the outline of a shapely woman when held up to the light (see photo). VINTAGE: Circa 1955 – 1958. SIZE: Approximately 9 tall x 3 diameter at top; base: 4 7/8 in diameter. CONSTRUCTION/MATERIALS: Hand painted porcelain, lithophane, pewter. MARKINGS: SCHMIDT KOBLENZ BOGENSTR 103. ITEM NOTES: This is from a US Air Force collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. VAAJX15 LDGEX15 SLDHEX4/15 SLCGEX5/16 afpg50020sab. CONDITION: 9- (Excellent+): Stein shows light wear, gorgeous painted details nearly all remain fully intact, overall excellent condition. GUARANTEE: As with all my items, this piece is guaranteed original. The item “Cold War USAF 10th Recon. Tech. Sq. Lithophane German Stein Spangdahlem Air Base” is in sale since Thursday, October 1, 2015. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Breweriana, Beer\Drinkware, Steins\Lidded Steins\Germany”. The seller is “flyingtigerantiques” and is located in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. This item can be shipped worldwide.

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