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2026-05-10 12:00:00 2026-05-10 12:00:00 America/New_York Morean Auctions Morean Auctions : May 10, 2026, Rare Beer Cans & Breweriana https://www.moreanauctions.com/auctions/dan-morean-auctions/may-10-2026-rare-beer-cans-breweriana-22428 It's an honor to present this fine selection of rare and top grade beer cans and brewery advertising. Cans include some of the hardest quart cone tops, flat tops and 12 oz cones. Many incredible signs, trays, bottles, openers, smalls and more. Enjoy! Morean Auctions dan@moreanauctions.com

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Hampden Ale 1940s Wood Bottle Crate SMILD BUT STURDY OUTSTANDING

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Brewer/Business Name: Hampden Brewing Co., Willimansett, Massachusetts
Manufacturer/Plant: Unknown
Date of manufacture: circa 1940s
Contents/Type: n/a
Dimensions: 18-1/2 w x 10-1/2 h x 12-1/2 d.
Comments/description: Printed in two colors on all four sides with the SMILD BUT STURDY tag line in red on each. Wear is pretty typical of a crate of this vintage, with some darkening of the wood and wear at the corners/edges. No signs of mistreatment or missing slats or cracks. Knots and wear make the imprint a little harder to read in some places. No dividers on this design. Carried 24 12-ounce bottles. All items are original unless otherwise noted. For questions, feedback, or to sell a similar item contact Dan via email.

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May 10, 2026, Rare Beer Cans & Breweriana

Hampden Ale 1940s Wood Bottle Crate SMILD BUT STURDY OUTSTANDING

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