August 9, 2026, BCCA Rare Beer Cans & Breweriana
Sun, Aug 9, 2026 12:00PM EDT
Lot 503
American Can Co CANCO 1950 Aluminum Sign
Estimate: $100 - $250
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
Brewer/Business Name: American Can Co., no city listed, Unknown
Manufacturer/Plant: American Can Co.
Date of manufacture: circa 1950s
Contents/Type: N/A
Dimensions:
Comments/description: Lightweight aluminum sign used in a shared warehouse or manufacturing facility storage area. Indicates the contents within the area belong to ACCo. Date of manufacture is uncertain but is likely post WWII when aluminum became a much more cost-effective material to mass-produce than prior to and during the war due to manufacturing methods and wartime shortages. Some discoloration on the front of the protective factory clear lacquer coating. A few deeper scratches on the left edge. Holes are not original to the piece. Displays well. All items are original unless otherwise noted. For questions, feedback, or to sell a similar item contact Dan via email.
Manufacturer/Plant: American Can Co.
Date of manufacture: circa 1950s
Contents/Type: N/A
Dimensions:
Comments/description: Lightweight aluminum sign used in a shared warehouse or manufacturing facility storage area. Indicates the contents within the area belong to ACCo. Date of manufacture is uncertain but is likely post WWII when aluminum became a much more cost-effective material to mass-produce than prior to and during the war due to manufacturing methods and wartime shortages. Some discoloration on the front of the protective factory clear lacquer coating. A few deeper scratches on the left edge. Holes are not original to the piece. Displays well. All items are original unless otherwise noted. For questions, feedback, or to sell a similar item contact Dan via email.
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