US3713238A
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Postcard including photograph mounting means
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1971-02-22
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Granted: 1973-01-30
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Expires: 1991-02-22
Abstract
Abstract A postcard, for securely mounting a photograph, which includes a well portion having photograph mounting means located therein. The sides of the well portion are of the approximate thickness of the photograph so as to protect the photograph during the cancellation process. The photograph mounting means includes a sheet of adhesive for retaining the photograph and a sheet of non-adhesive material, which may be perforated, to allow all or a portion thereof to be removed in order to mount the photograph on the postcard.
Inventors
- 👤 H Hyman
- 👤 J Gramont
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-05 13:44
CPC Classifications
B; B42; B42D; B42D15/00; B42D15/02; B42D15/027
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
121 words
A mailing device comprising: first means having at least one recessed area for mounting a photograph, said first means includes beveled means to form said recessed area for partial overlapping of a mounted photograph by said first means for ensuring the protection of said mounted photograph during the cancellation process of said mailing device; and second means located within said recessed area adapted for retaining a photograph, said second means including adhesive means and non-adhesive means, said adhesive means being located between said first means and said non-adhesive means, said nonadhesive means for protecting the adhesive characteristics of said adhesive means, and said adhesive means for retaining a photograph on said first means subsequent to the removal of said non-adhesive means.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
121 words
A mailing device comprising: first means having at least one recessed area for mounting a photograph, said first means includes beveled means to form said recessed area for partial overlapping of a mounted photograph by said first means for ensuring the protection of said mounted photograph during the cancellation process of said mailing device; and second means located within said recessed area adapted for retaining a photograph, said second means including adhesive means and non-adhesive means, said adhesive means being located between said first means and said non-adhesive means, said nonadhesive means for protecting the adhesive characteristics of said adhesive means, and said adhesive means for retaining a photograph on said first means subsequent to the removal of said non-adhesive means.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
121 words
A mailing device comprising: first means having at least one recessed area for mounting a photograph, said first means includes beveled means to form said recessed area for partial overlapping of a mounted photograph by said first means for ensuring the protection of said mounted photograph during the cancellation process of said mailing device; and second means located within said recessed area adapted for retaining a photograph, said second means including adhesive means and non-adhesive means, said adhesive means being located between said first means and said non-adhesive means, said non-adhesive means for protecting the adhesive characteristics of said adhesive means, and said adhesive means for retaining a photograph on said first means subsequent to the removal of said non-adhesive means.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
121 words
A mailing device comprising: first means having at least one recessed area for mounting a photograph, said first means includes beveled means to form said recessed area for partial overlapping of a mounted photograph by said first means for ensuring the protection of said mounted photograph during the cancellation process of said mailing device; and second means located within said recessed area adapted for retaining a photograph, said second means including adhesive means and non-adhesive means, said adhesive means being located between said first means and said non-adhesive means, said non-adhesive means for protecting the adhesive characteristics of said adhesive means, and said adhesive means for retaining a photograph on said first means subsequent to the removal of said non-adhesive means.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1976-01-30 | 1976-07-31 | 1977-01-30 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-01-30 | 1980-07-31 | 1981-01-30 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-01-30 | 1984-07-31 | 1985-01-30 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |