Mustache Cup and Saucer, Imperial Crown China of Austria, Antique 1880 to 1910

This is an antique mustache cup and saucer with a floral pattern by Imperial Crown China of Austria.

A mustache cup is a specialized teacup or coffee cup with a ledge or "mustache guard" inside it. This guard was designed to protect a man's mustache from getting wet or stained by the beverage, particularly at a time when men often used mustache wax to style their facial hair.

Mustache cups were popular during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. These cups were a common novelty item and were produced by various manufacturers in Europe, the United States, and Japan.

The floral pattern on this cup suggests it may have been part of a larger tea set. The presence of gold detailing indicates a higher quality of production. The value of mustache cups varies depending on their rarity, condition, and the maker.

This company, also known as the Imperial China Company, operated from the late 19th to the early 20th century. Based on the style of the mark and the general popularity of mustac