Lot # 148 - Vintage Hamm’s Beer Bear Quart Container – Ceramic Advertising Mascot

Opening Bid : $ 5.00
Start Date/Time: 28-Oct-2025 7:00:00 AM
End Date/Time: 04-Nov-2025 9:27:00 PM
Current bid:

$30.00

Highest bidder:

Larry G

Auction has ended

Description :

Summary: A nostalgic Hamm’s Beer bear mascot container, standing 11" tall and 5" wide, marked “Contents One Quart – Brewed in Minnesota U.S.A.” This black-and-white bear with cheerful cartoon styling was part of Hamm’s mid-century promotional campaign. Likely produced as a ceramic decanter or bank, this piece blends kitsch charm with advertising history. A must-have for breweriana collectors or fans of retro mascot memorabilia.

Item Details

  • Brand: Hamm’s Beer

  • Type: Advertising mascot container (likely decanter or bank)

  • Material: Ceramic (based on form and finish)

  • Color Scheme: Black and white with red and gold lettering

  • Dimensions: 11" H × 5" W

  • Design Features:

    • Upright cartoon bear with smiling face

    • “Hamm’s Beer – Since 1865 – Contents One Quart” label

    • Possibly produced by Ceramarte Brazil (common for Hamm’s decanters)

  • Era: Circa 1970s

  • Condition: Excellent vintage; no chips or cracks noted



Dimensions : 5 in W x 11 in H

Auction History

Highest bidder is Larry G

Date Bid User
03-Nov-2025 4:33:08 PM $30.00 Larry G
28-Oct-2025 6:51:26 PM $29.00 Dakiam
28-Oct-2025 12:48:54 PM $26.00 Seattle79
28-Oct-2025 12:48:21 PM $20.00 Coop71
28-Oct-2025 12:48:21 PM $19.00 Seattle79
28-Oct-2025 11:39:24 AM $11.00 Coop71
28-Oct-2025 11:39:24 AM $10.00 bears_mom
28-Oct-2025 9:53:31 AM $7.00 Coop71
28-Oct-2025 9:53:31 AM $6.00 Dodgegirl61
28-Oct-2025 8:32:18 AM $5.00 Coop71

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