October 4 Rare Beer Cans and Breweriana
Sun, Oct 4, 2026 12:00PM EDT
Lot 86
Buffalo Beer Instructional Flat Top 45-8 OI 164 EXCELLENT
Estimate: $2,500 - $5,000
Sold for
$3,480
Sold Price includes BP
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
Brewer/Business Name: Buffalo Brewing Co., Sacramento, California
Manufacturer/Plant: American Can Co.
Date of manufacture: circa 1930s
USBC reference: 45-8 USBCOI reference: 164 Contents/Type: 12 oz
Dimensions: 2-3/4 w x 5 h.
Comments/description: USBC 45-8, OI 164. Impressive example of this vivid yellow can. A standout in any collection both in terms of aesthetics and scarcity. And all the more appealing in this condition. The only notable mark is the darkened area above the O of BUFFALO which is also pushed out above the surface of the rest of the can, a result of the way in which the can was originally opened. Clean lids and seam. Patents Pending design from 1937 includes a U permit number. 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 dings at the rims that are not evident in photos. Larger dings that do not show will be noted in the item description. A thin black vertical reflection may show on some can photos.
Manufacturer/Plant: American Can Co.
Date of manufacture: circa 1930s
USBC reference: 45-8 USBCOI reference: 164 Contents/Type: 12 oz
Dimensions: 2-3/4 w x 5 h.
Comments/description: USBC 45-8, OI 164. Impressive example of this vivid yellow can. A standout in any collection both in terms of aesthetics and scarcity. And all the more appealing in this condition. The only notable mark is the darkened area above the O of BUFFALO which is also pushed out above the surface of the rest of the can, a result of the way in which the can was originally opened. Clean lids and seam. Patents Pending design from 1937 includes a U permit number. All items are original unless otherwise noted. For questions, feedback, or to sell a similar item contact Dan via email.
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