WW1 C.F. Rumpp & Sons Collapsible Cup 29th Div 110th Machine Gun Battalion
WW1 C.F. Rumpp & Sons Collapsible Cup 29th Div 110th Machine Gun Battalion
Condition:
Used. Antique condition with a beautiful natural patina. The telescoping sections extend and nest properly. Shows honest cosmetic wear, minor plating loss, and light tarnishing consistent with age and field use. Please see photos for exact condition details.
Item Description:
For sale is a historic World War 1 era collapsible metal travel cup manufactured by the prominent Philadelphia firm C. F. Rumpp & Sons. This telescoping pocket cup features the iconic Keystone maker\'s mark with a capital R stamped near the rim, a nod to Rumpp\'s home state of Pennsylvania. It features the distinctive dual swing-out wire handles designed for easy extension.This specific piece belonged to a service member of the WW1 US Army 29th Infantry Division (\"Blue and Gray\") who served in the 110th Machine Gun Battalion. The 110th saw heavy, historic frontline action in France during the grueling Meuse-Argonne Offensive of 1918. Compact personal items like this folding cup were highly favored by Doughboys and officers alike to save space in their field gear. A wonderful, authentic piece of American Expeditionary Forces (AEF) history for any serious WW1 militaria collector.
- Manufacturer: C.F. Rumpp & Sons (Philadelphia, PA)
- Era: Circa 1900 - 1918 (World War 1)
- Material: Silver/Nickel-Plated Metal
- Design: Telescoping / Collapsible with Dual Folding Handles
(please see pictures)
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