TOC identification please

[Robertriley]

This is one of my favorite parts of getting a bike is trying to figure out what we have. I don't see any holes for fender so it makes me think it's right at the turn of the century give or take a few years. Let's hear your thoughts. Thanks guys!

 

[fat tire trader]

4 head badge rivet holes?

 

[Robertriley]

4 head badge rivet holes?

Yes

 

[David Brown]

The front sprocket looks late 1890.s Cleveland to me also the 4 head badge holes. Just my take.

 

[Blue Streak]

Need help identifying brand of TOC bike by missing Head Badge | Antique Bicycles Pre-1933

I just picked up a TOC bike that I am trying to identify by the missing head badge. Yes I know that sounds a bit odd but the rust impression left a very distinctive pattern and size. It was mounted by four rivets and was pointed at the top and bottom with a small leg extending out of each side...

thecabe.com

I agree with Dave. Circa 1897 Cleveland by H. A. Lozier & Co:

 

[fat tire trader]

The front sprocket looks late 1890.s Cleveland to me also the 4 head badge holes. Just my take.

That's what I was thinking which is why I asked about the 4 holes.