National Bohemian Pale Beer Cone Top Can

Iconic Baltimore Mascot Cone Top

The National Bohemian Pale Beer cone top was produced for The National Brewing Company of Baltimore, Maryland. As a central release from the brewery's historic facility in Baltimore's Canton neighborhood, the can prominently features the regional mascot, "Mr. Boh"—the one-eyed figure sporting a handlebar mustache.

Design and Variations

Manufactured by Continental Can Company, the can features the classic National Bohemian crest paired with the famous mascot graphics. Among collectors, several variations are known to exist across production runs. Notable lithographic differences include subtle shifts in metallic accenting—such as silver trim versus gold trim—as well as adjustments to the mascot's facial artwork. The can was also produced with and without Internal Revenue Tax Paid (IRTP) mandatory statements, reflecting statutory packaging updates over the brand's production history.

Historical Context

The National Brewing Company was a prominent fixture of Maryland's industrial heritage, heavily tying its packaging and marketing to the Chesapeake Bay and the Mid-Atlantic region. This particular label remains an iconic artifact of Baltimore's commercial design and mid-century regional brewing.