March 15, 2026, Rare Beer Cans & Breweriana
Sun, Mar 15, 2026 12:00PM EDT
Lot 40
Cream Top Beer Instructional Flat Top 52-7 MANHATTAN RARE OI 188
Estimate: $10,000 - $20,000
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
Brewer/Business Name: Whitewater Brewing Co., Whitewater, Wisconsin
Manufacturer/Plant: American Can Co.
Date of manufacture: circa 1940s
Canning Code: n/a
USBC reference: 52-7 USBCOI reference: 188 Contents/Type: 12 oz
Dimensions: 2-3/4 w x 5 h.
Comments/description: USBC 52-8 OI 187. Note the tough Manhattan mandatory. R9 rarity on-grade. This is a wonderful clean example, nearly humidity-free, with great color and shine. The display is first-rate, the only blemishes on the face occurring toward the bottom and barely noticeable among the type in the word BEER. Others Pending design. All items are original unless otherwise noted. For questions, feedback, or to sell a similar item contact Dan via email.
Condition
Right side has some scratching and tiny specks, well off the display face and out of sight. A pair of small dings to the left of BEER may not show in the photos. Hardware is clean too, with a light patina.
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