Ram's Head Old Stock Ale 12 Oz Tab Top Can

Ram's Head Old Stock Ale Can

The Ram's Head Old Stock Ale 12 oz tab top can represents a notable chapter in Pennsylvania breweriana, tracing its heritage to the Adam Scheidt Brewing Company of Norristown, Pennsylvania. Scheidt introduced the Ram's Head brand during the post-Prohibition era to cater to regional ale demand across the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast.

When Philadelphia's C. Schmidt & Sons acquired the Adam Scheidt Brewing Company during an era of industry consolidation, they maintained brewing and packaging operations at the historic Norristown plant. Schmidt preserved the popular regional brand under their corporate banner, keeping the Norristown location prominently displayed in the can's mandatory brewery statement.

Visually, the can is recognized for its iconic bighorn ram motif set against traditional heraldic shield framing and bold vintage typography. For breweriana collectors, the can holds historical significance as a bridge between the legacy of Norristown brewing and C. Schmidt & Sons' mid-century expansion. Several variations of the container exist, stemming from differences in can manufacturing companies, metallic finishes, and regulatory labeling revisions.