US3865342A
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Support for frame, plaque, or the like
Assignee: Contemporary Inc
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Filing: 1973-07-02
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Granted: 1975-02-11
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Expires: 1993-07-02
Abstract
Abstract A support for a picture frame, plaque, or the like which is capable of being hung on a wall or which may rest on a surface. The support comprises a strap in which a hole is formed in one end for providing a hanger support. The other end of the strap is adapted to be bent away from the frame or plaque to give an easel-type support. Intermediate the two ends of the strap is a slot for receiving a friction-holding device or other fastening means. The strap may be rotated off-center in either a clockwise or counterclockwise direction to compensate for unbalanced picture frames or plaques. The strap may also be moved relative to the fastening means to permit vertical adjustment of the strap in relation to the plaque.
Inventors
- 👤 James C Kanzelberger
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-01 14:04
CPC Classifications
A; A47; A47G; A47G1/00; A47G1/14; A47G1/142; A47G1/143; A47G1/16; A47G1/162; A47G1/1626
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 12
Claim 1
Independent Claim
100 words
A frame or plaque support comprising a strap having a first end with a hole for hanger support, a second end opposite the first end which may be bent away from the frame or plaque to allow easel support thereof, and an opening intermediate the two ends for receiving a holding means which lockingly secures the strap to thE frame or plaque, said strap being adapted to be rotated off-center in either a clockwise or counterclockwise direction and to be locked in the rotated off-center position by said holding means to compensate for any unbalance of said frame or plaque.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
100 words
A frame or plaque support comprising a strap having a first end with a hole for hanger support, a second end opposite the first end which may be bent away from the frame or plaque to allow easel support thereof, and an opening intermediate the two ends for receiving a holding means which lockingly secures the strap to thE frame or plaque, said strap being adapted to be rotated off-center in either a clockwise or counterclockwise direction and to be locked in the rotated off-center position by said holding means to compensate for any unbalance of said frame or plaque.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
17 words
The support of claim 1 wherein said strap may be rotated between vertical and horizontal support positions.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
25 words
The support of claim 1 wherein the second end of said strap is scored adjacent the intermediate opening to facilitate bending at a selected location.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
34 words
The support of claim 3 wherein the first end of said strap has an off-set step-like form in the vicinity of the hanger hole to provide relief for receiving the head of a hanger.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
33 words
The support of claim 4 wherein the opening is elongated and the holding means is adapted to slide in said opening so that the support may be adjusted relative to the holding means.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
127 words
A support for a frame or plaque comprising: a. a strap rotatably secured to said frame or plaque, said strap having a first end and a second end opposite the first end, said first end having a hole therein for receiving a hanger and said second end being adapted to be bent away from the frame or plaque; b. an opening in said strap located intermediate the first and second ends of the strap; and c. means inserted through the intermediate opening for lockingly holding the strap on the frame or plaque and for permitting said strap to be rotated off-center in either a clockwise or counterclockwise direction and to be locked by said holding means in an off-center position to compensate for unbalanced frames or plaques.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
127 words
A support for a frame or plaque comprising: a. a strap rotatably secured to said frame or plaque, said strap having a first end and a second end opposite the first end, said first end having a hole therein for receiving a hanger and said second end being adapted to be bent away from the frame or plaque; b. an opening in said strap located intermediate the first and second ends of the strap; and c. means inserted through the intermediate opening for lockingly holding the strap on the frame or plaque and for permitting said strap to be rotated off-center in either a clockwise or counterclockwise direction and to be locked by said holding means in an off-center position to compensate for unbalanced frames or plaques.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
30 words
The support of claim 6 wherein the holding means is adapted to be loosened to permit rotation of the strap and tightened to secure the hanging point for the frame.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
13 words
The support of claim 7 wherein the holding means is a friction-held device.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
13 words
The support of claim 7 wherein the holding means is an adjustable screw.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
46 words
The support of claim 6 wherein the holding means includes a plate having an adhesive facing which is adapted to be adhered to the back of the frame, and means adapted to be frictionally inserted through the intermediate opening to the strap and into the plate.
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) | 1978-02-10 | 1978-08-12 | 1979-02-11 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1982-02-10 | 1982-08-12 | 1983-02-11 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1986-02-10 | 1986-08-12 | 1987-02-11 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |