US3559854A
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Makeup bracelet
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1968-10-03
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Granted: 1971-02-02
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Expires: 1988-10-03
Abstract
Abstract A makeup bracelet in which cosmetics are carried for use by the wearer. The bracelet comprises generally an annulus having a central passage therethrough through which the wearer inserts her arm, a groove extending around the periphery of the annulus and a plurality of radially spaced recesses formed in the annulus. A plurality of cosmetic cartridges are received in the recesses around the periphery of the annulus and are provided with projections for locking the cartridges in place in the recesses. Lips are provided on the cartridges for removing the cartridges from the recesses. A secondary groove extends between each of the recesses for receipt of the lips of the cartridges therein and a cover ring fits within the peripheral groove around the annulus to cover the cartridges in the recesses.
Inventors
- 👤 Olga H Loveland
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-22 21:13
CPC Classifications
A; A45; A45D; A45D33/00; A45D33/18; A44; A44C; A44C5/00; A44C5/0007; A44C5/003; A45D33/26; A45D33/33; A45D40/00; A45D40/02; A45D40/24
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
221 words
A makeup bracelet for carrying cosmetics for use by the wearer comprising an annulus having a passage therethrough through which the wearer places her arm, a plurality of cartridges radially spaced about the perimeter of the annulus for carrying cosmetics therein, said cartridges being removably carried by said annulus, means for selectively covering said cartridges when the wearer is not using the cosmetics therein, said annulus defining a peripheral groove therearound and said means for covering said cartridges comprising a ring member adapted to fit within said peripheral groove, said ring member being resilient and being split transversely of its width at one point along its length, allowing said member to be expanded when placed in or removed from said peripheral groove and to be contracted to lock itself in said groove, said annulus defining a plurality of radially spaced recesses therein which open into said peripheral groove, each of said recesses being constructed and arranged to removably receive one of said cartridges therein, said ring member covering said cartridges when said ring member is placed in said peripheral groove, and said annulus further defining a secondary groove between each of said recesses, each of said cartridges including a lip projecting therefrom and constructed and arranged to fit within said secondary groove when said cartridge is in one of said recesses.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
221 words
A makeup bracelet for carrying cosmetics for use by the wearer comprising an annulus having a passage therethrough through which the wearer places her arm, a plurality of cartridges radially spaced about the perimeter of the annulus for carrying cosmetics therein, said cartridges being removably carried by said annulus, means for selectively covering said cartridges when the wearer is not using the cosmetics therein, said annulus defining a peripheral groove therearound and said means for covering said cartridges comprising a ring member adapted to fit within said peripheral groove, said ring member being resilient and being split transversely of its width at one point along its length, allowing said member to be expanded when placed in or removed from said peripheral groove and to be contracted to lock itself in said groove, said annulus defining a plurality of radially spaced recesses therein which open into said peripheral groove, each of said recesses being constructed and arranged to removably receive one of said cartridges therein, said ring member covering said cartridges when said ring member is placed in said peripheral groove, and said annulus further defining a secondary groove between each of said recesses, each of said cartridges including a lip projecting therefrom and constructed and arranged to fit within said secondary groove when said cartridge is in one of said recesses.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
18 words
A bracelet as in claim 1 wherein locking means are provided for securing said cartridges in said recesses.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
51 words
A bracelet as in claim 2 wherein said locking means comprises a groove in a wall of one of said recesses and a projection on A wall of the cartridge adapted to be received in said recess, said projection corresponding in shape to the groove and adapted to be received therein.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
26 words
A bracelet as in claim 1 wherein the outer edges of the sidewalls have an arcuate form corresponding to the curvature of the said peripheral groove.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
33 words
A bracelet as in claim 1 wherein two of the sidewalls of one of the cartridges are provided with inwardly extending flanges adapted to retain a cosmetic applicator in position within said cartridge.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
No citation records indexed.
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1974-02-01 | 1974-08-03 | 1975-02-02 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1978-02-01 | 1978-08-03 | 1979-02-02 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1982-02-01 | 1982-08-03 | 1983-02-02 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |