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AEDBoston Light Ale Crowntainer SOLID BROWN BROWN JUG VRTN -LIKELY UNIQUE-
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About Auction
LiveNov 8, 2026
This auction features ultra rare and top grade beer cans and brewery advertising, highlighted by the believed-unique Boston Light Brown Jug crowntainers from the Bill Helmbold Collection; what we believe is the finest known example of the ultra rare first-production PRE-TAX Krueger Ale instructional can; and ultra rare WWII cans, including Dawson’s and Burger Brau cones. Other highlights include rare and top grade cones, flats, quarts and self-opening cans. Breweriana features fresh flea market discoveries—including ultra rare, likely unique tin signs—along with rare and desirable illuminated Morean Auctions dan@moreanauctions.com
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- Lot Description
Boston Beer Company, Boston, Massachusetts.
Crown Cork & Seal, 12 ounces, circa 1940s. Internal Revenue Tax Paid.
Extraordinary, likely unique Boston Light Ale “BROWN JUG” variation with a solid brown body and silver spout. The absence of the familiar crosshatched background creates a distinctly different presentation, highlighting the lighthouse emblem and bold vertical “BROWN JUG” lettering. Note also the unboxed, two-line Crowntainer marking near the bottom.
The historical side panel connects Boston Light’s colonial heritage with the brewery’s 1828 charter, proclaiming, “Many breweries say old—Only BOSTON can say ‘OLDEST.’” A remarkable opportunity to acquire a major variation of this classic Massachusetts label.
Condition
Strong brown color, clear graphics and an especially attractive display face. Photos show scattered scratches and small marks on the body, fine oxidation across the silver spout, heavier oxidation around the mouth, and wear to the bottom and rims.
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