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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 199

Tru Blu Ale Instructional Flat Top ENAMEL FIRST ISSUE 140-9 OI 802 SCARCE

Estimate: $750 - $1,500
Starting Bid
$25

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Brewer/Business Name: Northampton Brewery Corp., Northampton, Pennsylvania
Manufacturer/Plant: National Can Co.
Date of manufacture: circa 1930s
Canning Code: n/a
USBC reference: 140-9 USBCOI reference: 802 Contents/Type: 12 oz
Dimensions: 2-3/4 w x 5 h.
Comments/description: USBC 140-9 OI 802. This is the very first Tru Blu design that dates to Mid 1935. It is Patents Pending. Boasts two very good display faces. In addition to the marks visible in the pictures, one side includes under-the-paint humidity that may not be evident in the photos along with denting on the A of ALE; the other also has similar humidity and heavier oxidation but no denting. So it is arguable which display is superior. They both look excellent on the shelf. Seam, lids and rims have been scoured. R9/R5 rarity. 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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