What you want is a can in great condition from a much earlier age of beer drinking, with strong visual interest, and key details pertinent to the collector. Much like valuable old postcards ...

Beer steins are definitely a vibe with their ornate decorations and iconic lid. But even if they are nice to look at, why do collectors love them so much?

Empty aluminum cans for beer sit at the old Irving Brewing Co. in Chicago, Thursday, March 13, 2025. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh) ...