In ancient times, people used chalices or cups to drink wine or water during the ceremonies. When an individual won a sports event at that time, a chalice was given to the winner to celebrate his triumph. ... Ever since then, the cup shape has been a trendsetter in custom trophies, a tradition that is followed even today.

What is the difference between a cup and a trophy?

We sometimes get asked the question "What is the difference between a cup and a trophy?". The short answer is a cup is a KIND of trophy, just like an apple is a kind of fruit, but read more to get the full scoop. ... Trophies are made of two pieces - a top (called a trophy "figure") and a bottom (called a "base").

When did cups become trophies?

Most historians concede that trophy cups were used as trophies in the modern sense sometime in the 18th century.