Object ID Number:
EH10802
Object Name:
Acetabular Cup
Manufacturer:
Howmedica, Inc. Rutherford, New Jersey
Date of Manufacture:
– 19th to 20th Century
Description / History:
Mid twentieth century acetabular cup. In a hip replacement surgery, the acetabular cup replaces the socket or acetaulum. The acetabular cup is the socket structure in the ball and socket of the hip joint. Made by Howmedica, this acetabular cup is made of polyethylene.
Dimensions:
H–1.5 W–3.5 L–4.25 inches
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