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June 7, 2026, Rare Beer Cans & Breweriana

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  2026-06-07 12:00:00 2026-06-07 12:00:00 America/New_York Morean Auctions Morean Auctions : June 7, 2026, Rare Beer Cans & Breweriana https://www.moreanauctions.com/auctions/dan-morean-auctions/june-7-2026-rare-beer-cans-breweriana-22746
The finest example of the elusive California Monogram instructional, many other rare and top grade cans, signs, illuminated signs (including Gillco cab lights), tap knobs, trays, drinking vessels and an excellent collection of steinie beer bottles.
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Lot 171

Pabst Blue Ribbon Genuine Dry Ale Flat Top PBR ALE VANITY LID 111-2 SHARP

Estimate: $250 - $500
Starting Bid
$25

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Brewer/Business Name: Pabst Brewing Co., Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Manufacturer/Plant: Unknown
Date of manufacture: circa 1950s
Canning Code: n/a
USBC reference: 111-2 USBCOI reference: Contents/Type: 12 oz
Dimensions: 2-3/4 w x 5 h.
Comments/description: This variation lacks the TapaCan branding at bottom front and has no text in the lower half of the silver oval. A very handsome design when this clean with all of its bright metallic inks and silver rims. Both faces display great, each with a small area of light spotting hiding amidst the gleam. Largest spots are on the side between the labels. Pabst Ale vanity lid on top. All items are original unless otherwise noted. For questions, feedback, or to sell a similar item contact Dan via email.

Condition

Cans may have minor canning and handling dings at the rims that are not evident in photos. Please review photos carefully for these subtle indents. Larger dings that do not show and those in other locations will be noted in the item description.

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