March 15, 2026, Rare Beer Cans & Breweriana
Sun, Mar 15, 2026 12:00PM EDT
Lot 74
Fort Pitt Beer Olive Drab Crowntainer WITHDRAWN FREE 194-8 EXCELLENT
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: Fort Pitt Brewing Co., Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Manufacturer/Plant: Crown
Date of manufacture: circa 1940s
Canning Code: n/a
USBC reference: 194-8 USBCOI reference: Contents/Type: 12 oz
Dimensions: 2-3/4 w x 5 h.
Comments/description: High grade for this label. Beautiful display on its best face with dark black providing excellent contrast against the olive green. Free of spidering and exhibiting just light handling wear on that side. Opposite face is strong as well, though it does have some spidering in addition to the light wear. Rarely encountered this clean, this is a golden opportunity to add a scarce high grade war relic to the collection. All items are original unless otherwise noted. For questions, feedback, or to sell a similar item contact Dan via email.
Manufacturer/Plant: Crown
Date of manufacture: circa 1940s
Canning Code: n/a
USBC reference: 194-8 USBCOI reference: Contents/Type: 12 oz
Dimensions: 2-3/4 w x 5 h.
Comments/description: High grade for this label. Beautiful display on its best face with dark black providing excellent contrast against the olive green. Free of spidering and exhibiting just light handling wear on that side. Opposite face is strong as well, though it does have some spidering in addition to the light wear. Rarely encountered this clean, this is a golden opportunity to add a scarce high grade war relic to the collection. All items are original unless otherwise noted. For questions, feedback, or to sell a similar item contact Dan via email.
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