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January 18, 2026, Rare Beer Cans & Breweriana

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  2026-01-18 12:00:00 2026-01-18 12:00:00 America/New_York Morean Auctions Morean Auctions : January 18, 2026, Rare Beer Cans & Breweriana https://www.moreanauctions.com/auctions/dan-morean-auctions/january-18-2026-rare-beer-cans-breweriana-21073
January 18 Rare Beer Cans 7 Breweriana
Morean Auctions dan@moreanauctions.com
Lot 532

Schells Deer Brand Beer 1950s 6-Pack Carton With Crowntainer Cans INCREDIBLE FIND

Estimate: $10,000 - $20,000
Current Bid
$5,500

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Brewer/Business Name: August Schell Brewing Co., New Ulm, Minnesota
Manufacturer/Plant: Crown
Date of manufacture: circa 1950s
Canning Code: n/a
USBC reference: 198-27 USBCOI reference: Contents/Type: 12 oz
Dimensions: 9 w x 5-1/2 h x 6 d.
Comments/description: WHAT A FIND!!! Cardboard 6-pack holder is marked as having held Cap-Sealed cans. Included inside are six sharp non-IRTP crowntainers. These are the version with the DNCMT 3.2% alcohol statement (198-27?). All items are original unless otherwise noted. For questions, feedback, or to sell a similar item contact Dan via email.

 

Condition

The cans are terrific, with the best three rating as about near mint. The other three show some spidering. Other than being darkened, the carton is also sharp with just light wear from normal handling. A great find fresh to the market!

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