Antique Victorian Cyclist’s Cup Collapsible Silverplate Travel Cup 1897 For Sale

Up for sale is a wonderful piece of 19th-century Americana: a Victorian Collapsible Traveling Cup, specifically marketed as a \"Cyclist\'s Cup.\" These were essential gear for the \"Wheelmen\" of the 1890s, designed to fit easily into a pocket or seat bag for a quick drink at a roadside spring.

Design & Detail:

• The Lid: Features an intricate repoussé (embossed) lid depicting a man and woman riding a tandem bicycle. The border is decorated with a classic Victorian scroll and floral motif.

• The Cup: A 3-tier telescoping design that expands into a functional drinking vessel.