Verification & Details
Series / Title: Budweiser Sports Series — \"Heroes of the Hardwood\" (Celebrating the 100th Anniversary of Basketball)
Item / Model Number: CS153 (Serial stamped: 68453)
Manufacturer: Handcrafted in Brazil by Ceramarte expressly for Anheuser-Busch, Inc. (©1991)
Design Features: Wrap-around illustration detailing the evolution of basketball from peach basket hoops to modern arenas. Sculpted handle shaped like a basketball net with a basketball at the top thumb-rest.
Dimensions: Approx. 7\" tall x 4\" base diameter
Unboxed Stein Weight: 2.37 lbs
Condition: New in Original Box (NIB)
Item SpecificsFieldValueBrand / Brewery
Budweiser / Anheuser-Busch, Inc.
Series
Budweiser Sports Series
Title
Heroes of the Hardwood (100th Anniversary of Basketball)
Manufacturer
Ceramarte
Country of Manufacture
Brazil
Year Produced
1991
Individual Serial Number
68453
Material
Ceramic / Stoneware
Height
Approx. 7 Inches
Total Weight (in box)Approx. 2.7 lbs (Unboxed stein is 2.37 lbs)Condition Notes
New Old Stock in Original Box. Stein is pristine with bold graphics, vibrant colors, and no chips, cracks, or crazing. Original box shows minor light shelf storage wear on corners.
Item Description
1991 Budweiser \"Heroes of the Hardwood\" Limited Edition Basketball Beer Stein NIB (CS153)
Up for sale is a vintage 1991 Budweiser Limited Edition Sports Series ceramic beer stein titled \"Heroes of the Hardwood\", handcrafted by Ceramarte in Brazil for Anheuser-Busch, Inc. Stamped with individual serial number 68453 on the base.
This stein commemorates the 100th anniversary of basketball (1891–1991), showcasing detailed artwork depicting the sport\'s transformation from peach baskets and leather-laced balls to modern tournament play. Features a custom sculpted basketball net handle topped with an embossed basketball thumb rest.
Features & Condition:
Included: Original Anheuser-Busch decorative presentation box with historical text on the reverse side.
Craftsmanship: High-relief ceramic stoneware made in Brazil by Ceramarte.
Condition: Stein is in mint/unused condition. Box shows minimal vintage edge wear from storage.
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