August 9, 2026, BCCA Rare Beer Cans & Breweriana
Sun, Aug 9, 2026 12:00PM EDT
Lot 265
Genesee 12 Horse Ale Instructional Flat Top NON-IRTP 68-18 OI 328 OUTSTANDING
Estimate: $250 - $500
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
Brewer/Business Name: Genesee Brewing Co., Rochester, New York
Manufacturer/Plant: American Can Co.
Date of manufacture: circa 1950s
USBC reference: 68-18 USBCOI reference: 328 Contents/Type: 12 oz
Dimensions: 2-3/4 w x 5 h.
Comments/description: A portion of the proceeds from this lot will be donated to BCCA. USBC 68-18, OI 328. 44A III canning code. Design modification from the early 1950s used until giving way to the 2-faced non-OI label. Difficult to find in such fine condition. Same great-looking, classic 1930s design with 3 patent numbers but without the IRTP designation. Air sealed and near mint. Both lids have been replaced. Half a rim taller than standard. CLEAN. 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 1950s
USBC reference: 68-18 USBCOI reference: 328 Contents/Type: 12 oz
Dimensions: 2-3/4 w x 5 h.
Comments/description: A portion of the proceeds from this lot will be donated to BCCA. USBC 68-18, OI 328. 44A III canning code. Design modification from the early 1950s used until giving way to the 2-faced non-OI label. Difficult to find in such fine condition. Same great-looking, classic 1930s design with 3 patent numbers but without the IRTP designation. Air sealed and near mint. Both lids have been replaced. Half a rim taller than standard. CLEAN. All items are original unless otherwise noted. For questions, feedback, or to sell a similar item contact Dan via email.
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