A guard for whiskersSourced
The little ledge inside this cup protected a moustache
A moustache cup has an interior ledge with an opening for liquid. The guard keeps the moustache dry while the user drinks. Victorian whisker styles and wax made hot drinks troublesome. The solution added a small protective feature inside an everyday cup.
Facial fashion left its mark on tableware.
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Reviewed: 2026-10-05