April 12, 2026, Rare Beer Cans & Breweriana
Sun, Apr 12, 2026 12:00PM EDT
Lot 206
ABC Select Pilsener Type Beer Instructional Flat Top THIN LETTER 28-8 OI 4
Estimate: $250 - $500
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
Brewer/Business Name: A. B. C. Brewing Corp., St. Louis, Missouri
Manufacturer/Plant: American Can Co.
Date of manufacture: circa 1930s
Canning Code: n/a
USBC reference: 28-8 USBCOI reference: 4 Contents/Type: 12 oz
Dimensions: 2-3/4 w x 5 h.
Comments/description: USBC 28-8 OI 4. Mid-1937 issue with thinner lettering used for ABC. This variation, like its predecessor, carries a U permit number and is Patents Pending. Same rarity rating of R8/R5. This fine example is humidity-free with an excellent display. Air sealed with a replaced top lid. Correct height. All items are original unless otherwise noted. For questions, feedback, or to sell a similar item contact Dan via email.
Cans may have minor canning and handling dings at the rims that are not evident in photos. Please review photos carefully for these subtle indents. Larger dings that do not show and those in other locations will be noted in the item description.
Manufacturer/Plant: American Can Co.
Date of manufacture: circa 1930s
Canning Code: n/a
USBC reference: 28-8 USBCOI reference: 4 Contents/Type: 12 oz
Dimensions: 2-3/4 w x 5 h.
Comments/description: USBC 28-8 OI 4. Mid-1937 issue with thinner lettering used for ABC. This variation, like its predecessor, carries a U permit number and is Patents Pending. Same rarity rating of R8/R5. This fine example is humidity-free with an excellent display. Air sealed with a replaced top lid. Correct height. All items are original unless otherwise noted. For questions, feedback, or to sell a similar item contact Dan via email.
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