Polar Ware No. 10 Spouted Invalid Cup – Vintage USA
Product condition: Nine
Authentic collectible cup from American surplus, white enamel spouted model for patients, manufactured by Polar Ware Company in Sheboygan, Wisconsin. Reference No. 10. Designed to hydrate bedridden patients without requiring them to sit up, this cup was an essential item for medical services in American military infirmaries and hospitals from the 1930s to the 1950s.
A medical daily object steeped in history, now highly sought after by collectors of militaria and vintage hospital items. This authentic piece represents a rare artifact of US Army medical equipment, never used and preserved for over 70 years in its original condition.
Technical specifications and condition
- Material: white enameled steel with black trim
- Brand: Polar Ware Company, Sheboygan, Wisconsin (USA)
- Model: No. 10
- Condition: new old stock, never used
- Sturdy and functional handle
- Spout and lid fully operational
- Origin: American medical surplus, 1930-1950s
- White enamel intact, without chips or scratches
For collectors of militaria, this cup illustrates the quality and functionality characteristic of medical equipment of the era. Its increasing rarity and verifiable authenticity make it a valuable collector's item.
Its authenticity is guaranteed by its direct origin from American military stocks: documented provenance, preserved factory condition, all mechanisms (spout, lid, handle) intact and functional. No restoration, no reproduction.
Also suitable for enthusiasts of vintage industrial decor: its functionalist aesthetic, characteristic of the 1930-1950s, fits perfectly into contemporary interiors. A piece that brings character and a true history to your space.