Victorian Collapsible Cylist's Cup, 1897 \e.w. Deming bears 3 5/16 x 2 1/16

3 5/16 x 2 1/16 x 7/16”

The cut tin wings make me think a bit of ice fishing decoy

but this definitely has a James Bond sort of glamour to it that makes me want to grab a martini and place a bet

There is a layer of foam core visible from the back holding it tightly in the frame

then a drawer with brass pull on the lower half

Victorian Collapsible Cylist's Cup, 1897 \e.w. Deming bears 3 5/16 x 2 1/16A perfect one to thrown into the backpack or basket come spring for a bike ride and picnic somewhere, all the better should one have a tandem cycle to pedal! On the underside of the cup is a patent date of Feb 23, 1897 and it must be lucky, as Feb 23 is the day the I found it! The lid pops off and the cup fully extends for filling! 2 9 16" in diameter; 7 8" t when closed, 2 3 4" when fully extended. Very good condition, with just light wear aging to