April 12, 2026, Rare Beer Cans & Breweriana
Sun, Apr 12, 2026 12:00PM EDT
Lot 221
American Can Company CANCO Salesman Sample Drinking Cup Instructional Flat Top UNLISTED OI 1
Estimate: $2,500 - $5,000
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, Alabama
Manufacturer/Plant: American Can Co.
Date of manufacture: circa 1930s
Canning Code: n/a
USBC reference: UNLISTED USBCOI reference: 1 Contents/Type: 12 oz
Dimensions: 2-3/4 w x 5 h.
Comments/description: Unlisted in USBC, OI 1. Sharp example of this early salesman sample instructional. Lushly illustrated, though the artist who created the work is lost to history as it is unsigned and no records are available. Condition is excellent, with just some light stains (possibly VERY light humidity) on the left side that may not even show in the photos. They are as smooth to the touch as the unaffected surrounding areas. Beautiful display. A perpetually highly-sought-after can. 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: UNLISTED USBCOI reference: 1 Contents/Type: 12 oz
Dimensions: 2-3/4 w x 5 h.
Comments/description: Unlisted in USBC, OI 1. Sharp example of this early salesman sample instructional. Lushly illustrated, though the artist who created the work is lost to history as it is unsigned and no records are available. Condition is excellent, with just some light stains (possibly VERY light humidity) on the left side that may not even show in the photos. They are as smooth to the touch as the unaffected surrounding areas. Beautiful display. A perpetually highly-sought-after can. All items are original unless otherwise noted. For questions, feedback, or to sell a similar item contact Dan via email.
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