February 15, 2026, Rare Beer Cans & Breweriana
Sun, Feb 15, 2026 12:00PM EST
Lot 195
Williams Purple Cow Flat Top and 1964 Class of 1939 Reunion Yearbook
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,500
Current Bid
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
Brewer/Business Name: Fitzgerald Bros. Brewing Co., Troy, New York
Manufacturer/Plant: Continental Can Co.
Date of manufacture: circa 1960s
Canning Code: n/a
USBC reference: 146-6 USBCOI reference: Contents/Type: N/A
Dimensions: 9-1/2 w x 11-1/2 h x 4-1/2 d.
Comments/description: Lot contains a pair of Williams College commemorative items, one a rare Purple Cow flat top from Fitzgerald Bros, USBC 146-6, and a reunion yearbook published just for the event that was held in June of 1964. The items celebrate the Class of 1939. The yearbook is 124 pages including the covers. Consists mostly of biographical info of all members of the 1939 graduates. All items are original unless otherwise noted. For questions, feedback, or to sell a similar item contact Dan via email.
Condition
Can is spotty yet quite displayable thanks to the striking purple and gold color scheme and great cartoon cow mascot. Book has a little foxing on the right edge of the cover but is in otherwise outstanding condition.
Available payment options
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