US3743389A
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Combination mirror and transparent case therefor
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1972-04-10
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Granted: 1973-07-03
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Expires: 1992-04-10
Abstract
Abstract A product that includes a mirror and a case specifically adapted to receive the same, with the case being made of soft vinyl material of sufficient thickness to protect the mirror during normal periods of use, and with the case being preferably translucent so that the reflective qualities of the mirror can enhance the aesthetic appearance of the case when the mirror is received therein. An additional feature is the optional use of a humorous slogan imprinted on the case exterior and being complimentary to the user of the mirror and case.
Inventors
- 👤 W Stiller
- 👤 M Stiller
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-03 03:16
CPC Classifications
A; A45; A45D; A45D42/00; A45D42/04
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 14
Claim 1
Independent Claim
184 words
A combination mirror and case for the same comprising; A. a rectangular mirror having a mirror surface on at least one face thereof; B. a unitary translucent mirror case 1. made of translucent, flexible polyvinyl chloride; 2. having opposed flat wall surfaces that are interconnected by opposed edges and closed end edge whereby a mirror case having a mirror-receiving cavity and a mouth opening is defined; 3. the dimensions of said case slightly exceeding the dimensions of said mirror whereby said mirror may be snugly enveloped within said wallet; 4. said opposed edge surfaces of said case tapering outwardly from said closed end edge to said mouth opening whereby the width of said mouth opening slightly exceeds the width of said mirror; 5. said mouth opening being transversely spreadable for mirror ingress and egress purposes upon the application of finger pressure to said opposed edges in the region of said mouth opening; and 6. the interior surfaces of said mirror case being frosted so as to constitute irregular surfaces that contact the faces of said mirror when the same is received in said case.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
184 words
A combination mirror and case for the same comprising; A. a rectangular mirror having a mirror surface on at least one face thereof; B. a unitary translucent mirror case 1. made of translucent, flexible polyvinyl chloride; 2. having opposed flat wall surfaces that are interconnected by opposed edges and closed end edge whereby a mirror case having a mirror-receiving cavity and a mouth opening is defined; 3. the dimensions of said case slightly exceeding the dimensions of said mirror whereby said mirror may be snugly enveloped within said wallet; 4. said opposed edge surfaces of said case tapering outwardly from said closed end edge to said mouth opening whereby the width of said mouth opening slightly exceeds the width of said mirror; 5. said mouth opening being transversely spreadable for mirror ingress and egress purposes upon the application of finger pressure to said opposed edges in the region of said mouth opening; and 6. the interior surfaces of said mirror case being frosted so as to constitute irregular surfaces that contact the faces of said mirror when the same is received in said case.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
29 words
having opposed flat wall surfaces that are interconnected by opposed edges and closed end edge whereby a mirror case having a mirror-receiving cavity and a mouth opening is defined;
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
29 words
having opposed flat wall surfaces that are interconnected by opposed edges and closed end edge whereby a mirror case having a mirror-receiving cavity and a mouth opening is defined;
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
42 words
The combination mirror and case of claim 1 further characterized by the fact that the mouth opening of said case is provided with a pair of opposed ribs that close off said mouth opening when the same is in its normal position.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
27 words
The combination mirror and case of claim 1 further characterized by the fact that said mirror and each of said wall surfaces are of substantially equal thickness.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
22 words
the dimensions of said case slightly exceeding the dimensions of said mirror whereby said mirror may be snugly enveloped within said wallet;
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
22 words
the dimensions of said case slightly exceeding the dimensions of said mirror whereby said mirror may be snugly enveloped within said wallet;
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
32 words
said opposed edge surfaces of said case tapering outwardly from said closed end edge to said mouth opening whereby the width of said mouth opening slightly exceeds the width of said mirror;
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
32 words
said opposed edge surfaces of said case tapering outwardly from said closed end edge to said mouth opening whereby the width of said mouth opening slightly exceeds the width of said mirror;
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
30 words
said mouth opening being transversely spreadable for mirror ingress and egress purposes upon the application of finger pressure to said opposed edges in the region of said mouth opening; and
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
30 words
said mouth opening being transversely spreadable for mirror ingress and egress purposes upon the application of finger pressure to said opposed edges in the region of said mouth opening; and
Claim 13
Dependent Claim
30 words
the interior surfaces of said mirror case being frosted so as to constitute irregular surfaces that contact the faces of said mirror when the same is received in said case.
Claim 14
Dependent Claim
30 words
the interior surfaces of said mirror case being frosted so as to constitute irregular surfaces that contact the faces of said mirror when the same is received in said case.
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) | 1976-07-02 | 1977-01-01 | 1977-07-03 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-07-02 | 1981-01-01 | 1981-07-03 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-07-02 | 1985-01-01 | 1985-07-03 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |