January 18, 2026, Rare Beer Cans & Breweriana
Sun, Jan 18, 2026 12:00PM EST
Lot 242
Blue Can Draught Ale 1960s Party Flat Top
Estimate: $100 - $250
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
Brewer/Business Name: Whitbread Group, London, England, Non-U.S. (see comments/description)
Manufacturer/Plant: Metal Box Co. Lt.
Date of manufacture: circa 1960s
Canning Code: n/a
USBC reference: USBCOI reference: Contents/Type: Party size
Dimensions: 5-1/2 w x 8-1/2 h.
Comments/description: An earlier party-sized can containing 3 pints 18 ounces (UK Imperial ounces, where 1 Imperial pint = 19.22 U.S. fl. oz.) equivalent to about 75 U.S. fl. oz. Includes text opening instructions on the side panel. All items are original unless otherwise noted. For questions, feedback, or to sell a similar item contact Dan via email.
Lightly aged with a very good display. Blemishes include those shown plus 3-4 small dings and creases that may not be apparent in the photos. One face has a slice in the metal above the B of BLUE where the opener penetrated the side of the can as well.
Manufacturer/Plant: Metal Box Co. Lt.
Date of manufacture: circa 1960s
Canning Code: n/a
USBC reference: USBCOI reference: Contents/Type: Party size
Dimensions: 5-1/2 w x 8-1/2 h.
Comments/description: An earlier party-sized can containing 3 pints 18 ounces (UK Imperial ounces, where 1 Imperial pint = 19.22 U.S. fl. oz.) equivalent to about 75 U.S. fl. oz. Includes text opening instructions on the side panel. All items are original unless otherwise noted. For questions, feedback, or to sell a similar item contact Dan via email.
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