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January 18, 2026, Rare Beer Cans & Breweriana

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January 18 Rare Beer Cans 7 Breweriana
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Lot 385

Kings Lager Beer Instructional Flat Top 88-2 OI 451

Estimate: $500 - $1,000
Current Bid
$300

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Brewer/Business Name: Kings Brewery Inc., Brooklyn, New York
Manufacturer/Plant: National Can Co.
Date of manufacture: circa 1930s
Canning Code: n/a
USBC reference: 88-2 USBCOI reference: 451 Contents/Type: 12 oz
Dimensions: 2-3/4 w x 5 h.
Comments/description: Attractive text-only 1930s design. Big, bold lettering leaves no room for mistaking the brand and brew. Scarcer than its Ale mate. R8 even off-grade. Circa 1936 can from National is Patents Pending. All items are original unless otherwise noted. For questions, feedback, or to sell a similar item contact Dan via email.

Condition

Fine quality example has marks as shown yet still exudes an excellent shine and color and has clean lids and seam. There are 6-8 small ripples, dings, and indents around the label that do not show well in the photos, some of which show on display, but the can is still a terrific example.

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