US3761094A
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Combined card game apparatus and playing cards
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1971-12-01
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Granted: 1973-09-25
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Expires: 1991-12-01
Abstract
Abstract A device for holding and playing cards comprising a stand having a face element provided with a plurality of spaced parallel rows of pegs extending therefrom, in combination with a deck of playing cards provided with identical central apertures by which the cards are individually and removeably mounted on the pegs so that they are in alignment on the face element, with the cards being overlapped so that each card is sufficiently exposed from behind its overlapping card to show its suit and value.
Inventors
- 👤 B Belisle
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-07 14:56
CPC Classifications
A; A63; A63F; A63F1/00; A63F1/06; A63F1/10
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 7
Claim 1
Independent Claim
160 words
The combination of a deck of playing cards and a card game apparatus, the card game apparatus comprising a face element, means to support the face element in a substantially vertical position, and a plurality of parallel vertical rows of spaced pegs extending from the exposed surface of the face element an an angle thereto, each of the cards provided with an identical central aperture adapted to encompass a series of successive vertically aligned pegs, with the lowermost of a plurality of successively overlapped cards being supported by the engagement of the top of its aperture with the uppermost of the series of pegs and with each successive overlapping card being supported by engagement of the top of its aperture with the next suceeding peg, with the pegs thereby adapted to removably support a plurality of cards in successive overlapping alignmeNt, whereby a portion of each card sufficient to expose its suit and value is visible from beneath overlapping cards.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
160 words
The combination of a deck of playing cards and a card game apparatus, the card game apparatus comprising a face element, means to support the face element in a substantially vertical position, and a plurality of parallel vertical rows of spaced pegs extending from the exposed surface of the face element an an angle thereto, each of the cards provided with an identical central aperture adapted to encompass a series of successive vertically aligned pegs, with the lowermost of a plurality of successively overlapped cards being supported by the engagement of the top of its aperture with the uppermost of the series of pegs and with each successive overlapping card being supported by engagement of the top of its aperture with the next suceeding peg, with the pegs thereby adapted to removably support a plurality of cards in successive overlapping alignmeNt, whereby a portion of each card sufficient to expose its suit and value is visible from beneath overlapping cards.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
20 words
A card game apparatus as described in claim 1, the bottom edge of the face element being formed centrally arcuate.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
24 words
A card game apparatus as described in claim 1, each of the pegs being formed integral with the exposed surface of the face element.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
49 words
A card game apparatus as described in claim 1, each of the pegs being pivotally secured within a recess in the exposed surface of the face element, disposed to lie flush with said surface, and adapted to be pivotally extended from said surface to lie at an angle thereto.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
27 words
A card game apparatus as described in claim 1, each of the pegs being removably secured to an opening in the exposed surface of the face element.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
34 words
A card game apparatus as described in claim 1, the means to support the face element in an upright position comprising a support member hingedly secured to the rear surface of the face element.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1976-09-24 | 1977-03-26 | 1977-09-25 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-09-24 | 1981-03-26 | 1981-09-25 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-09-24 | 1985-03-26 | 1985-09-25 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |