Old Tin (Military?) Cup with Folding handles and Lid ~ Help!

[ria0069]

Hi,
Found this at a flea market.  Handles fold in and lid comes off.  Can anyone tell me what it was used for or how old it might be?

Thanks,
Ria

[D&b antiques]

The rolled edge first appeared in the 1900's. the way the handles are attached they would transfer heat. so it's unlikely it was designed for cooking.

[railman44]

Interesting acorn finial.

[ria0069]

The rolled edge first appeared in the 1900's. the way the handles are attached they would transfer heat. so it's unlikely it was designed for cooking.

Thanks, the lady who sold it said they used it for scooping water?   

[Dean Perdue]

Great obsevation Railman.Beautiful acorn final.Missed it totally

[ironlord1963]

Almost to the point of looking like it was added, or rather the acorn looks a bit out of place, even has different patina look. Just a observation.  Looks like the design of a modern camp cup/pan.

[Dean Perdue]

Is the acorn wood?

[ria0069]

The acorn is wood.

[KC]

My parents had an ashtray on the den table similar (not the exact same).  They were made many in the early 1900's with lids to hold in the stale smell!  It didn't have grooves for holding the cigarettes either!