Isabella M. Blackwood, GB189814944A
Improvements in Hand and Wrist Shields for Cyclists.
Image credit: Blackwood, I.M. (1898)
On November 12, 1898, Isabella Mary Blackwood was granted a patent for a novel device designed to protect the hands from the cold while cycling. Her invention featured a wire framework that could be easily attached to or removed from the handlebars, allowing the rider to insert their hands for warmth and protection.
Date of Application: 7 July 1898
Date of Issuance: 12 November 1898
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