Beer try, Schaefer “America’s Oldest Lager Beer”, metal, 12” round, 1 1/4” deep with rolled rim, marked on the bottom The F & M Schaefer Brewing Co. –New York and Albany, N.Y. and Baltimore, MD #1”. Tray was made by Continental Can Corp., trademark on interior are three C’s. First used in 1958. .

Schaefer Brewing Co. was the longest operating brewery in New York City, last operating brewery in New York City [as of 1976], and America's oldest lager beer brewing company -- these honors, plus many others, all belong to The F. & M. Schaefer Brewing Co. Albany plant was closed in 1972 so based on the trademark and closing of the Albany plant this tray is circa 1958 – 1972.

Overall condition is better than acceptable for a 60+ year old tray. Some scrapes, rub marks, minor paint loss along the rim. See photos they are included as part of the description. We have three available to purchase.

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