May 10, 2026, Rare Beer Cans & Breweriana
Sun, May 10, 2026 12:00PM EDT
Lot 285
Esslinger Premium Beer Flat Top BROWN DATE 60-22
Estimate: $50 - $100
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
Brewer/Business Name: Esslingers Inc., Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Manufacturer/Plant: American Can Co.
Date of manufacture: circa 1950s
Canning Code: n/a
USBC reference: 60-22 USBCOI reference: Contents/Type: 12 oz
Dimensions: 2-3/4 w x 5 h.
Comments/description: Note that the date in the ribbon is brown on this variation, versus metallic gold on a similar design. Tough 1950s can. This one appears air sealed though the contents escaped through a tiny pinhole in the top lid that is only visible on close inspection. Has tarnish and oxidation. Small ding on the seam. South Carolina tax lid on top. 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 1950s
Canning Code: n/a
USBC reference: 60-22 USBCOI reference: Contents/Type: 12 oz
Dimensions: 2-3/4 w x 5 h.
Comments/description: Note that the date in the ribbon is brown on this variation, versus metallic gold on a similar design. Tough 1950s can. This one appears air sealed though the contents escaped through a tiny pinhole in the top lid that is only visible on close inspection. Has tarnish and oxidation. Small ding on the seam. South Carolina tax lid on top. All items are original unless otherwise noted. For questions, feedback, or to sell a similar item contact Dan via email.
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