Victorian Collapsible Cylist's Cup, 1897 \e.w. Deming bears but this definitely has a

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

Light wear to the interior

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

An unexpected detail

Victorian Collapsible Cylist's Cup, 1897 \e.w. Deming bears but this definitely has aA 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