Decorative ornament - NSU Prinz - Germany

Antique Prinz Bräu beer keg stopper cap - Heavy metal - 1970s/1980s
Rare and fascinating vintage decorative cap in heavy metal for beer kegs, branded Prinz Bräu, a famous German-origin brand that marked the history of beer consumption in Italy during the 70s and 80s. The piece presents a stunning patina of age that enhances its authenticity. It features an industrial heraldic design with intricate detailing: at the center stands the brand name "PRINZ" in strong relief, topped by the classic three-point crown (brand symbol) and framed by a stylized circular garland recalling barley ears and hops.
This type of artifact was applied to vintage kegs to identify supplies destined for bars, pubs and taverns. Today it is a collectible piece nearly impossible to find, perfect as a retro-futurist or man cave decorative item, or to ornament counters in vintage and retro-style venues.
Details and Condition:
Brand: Prinz Bräu
Material: Heavy metal (metal alloy/ghisa or era-cast aluminum)
Era: Circa 1970s / 1980s
Conservation state: Excellent structural condition for its age. It presents a magnificent and authentic superficial patina due to age and use in storage warehouses, which gives the object a perfect industrial and lived-in look. Not chemically cleaned to preserve originality (left in the discovered state).
Dimensions: 10 x 10 x 4 cm
Weight: 1 kg