Tag: hair
Whiskers at a Price: 3 Rulers Who Imposed Taxes on Beards
When it comes to quirky historical taxation, few measures are as peculiar as the beard tax. Though not common, a few bold rulers saw fit…
Posted in Culture
6 Beard Superstitions From Around the World
Beards have been surrounded by a myriad of superstitions and cultural beliefs throughout history, often symbolizing wisdom, strength, and virility. Below are six of the…
Posted in History
Human hair used in lighthouse electric fog bell
Human hair was used to operate an electric fog bell 100 years ago. The logic behind that hair use was that hair stretches when damp…
