For daily wit & wisdom, sign up for the Almanac newsletter. Email Address Question How long ago did aluminum cans start having pop tops on them? Answer In 1963, a patent for a rivet device made these kinds of cans possible to produce. The patent was obtained by Ermal Fraze. 📣The Gardening Club Just Got Better! 3 Deliveries, 10% Store Discount, and more!Learn More Share