October 4 Rare Beer Cans and Breweriana
Sun, Oct 4, 2026 12:00PM EDT
Lot 221
Jolly Scot Ale Crowntainer ACTUAL 195-31 -VERY RARE CLEAN-
Estimate: $20,000 - $40,000
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
Brewer: Robert H. Graupner Inc., Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Manufacturer/Plant: Crown
Date of manufacture: circa 1940s
USBC reference: ACTUAL 195-31 Contents/Type: 12 oz
Dimensions: 2-3/4 w x 5 h.
Comments/description: Rare crowntainer. This is the ONLY example we have offered at auction. Excellent condition. Displays much better under normal lighting. Compare the book photo with our photos to see just how all-revealing our photos are! Provenance to the Bill Helmbold Collection (provenance sticker will be included). All items are original unless otherwise noted. For questions, feedback, or to sell a similar item contact Dan via email.
Condition
Some minor surface rubs and imperfections. Signs of light oxidation on the front, mostly at the shoulder and on the spout. 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.
Available payment options
Winning bidders will receive an invoice within 3 days of auction close detailing shipping costs and insurance. Bidders may opt to accept the risk of loss or damage in transit and forego insurance by contacting auctioneer.