Foolproof coin and key retainer
Abstract
Abstract This invention relates to devices and means to retain, to hold or to grip securely coins, keys, jewerly and other such like items, and more particularly to hold coins in readiness for automobile drivers who must often pay highway and bridge tolls. The main embodiment of the present invention is to provide a pocket-like or a lip-like extruded section or clamping device, preferably made of resilient plastic or rubber. Various lengths of such an extruded section may then be glued or otherwise secured to strategic places to support quarters or dimes or half dollars near the driver's seat and within easy reach of the driver. Such extruded sections may be directly built or formed as an integral part of the inner body of the automobile itself in the process of manufacture or may be attached to the automobile's inner walls or upon the door frame near the stearing wheel or upon the dash-board of the car, or in the flooring space near the reach of the driver's hand so that the driver need only reach out to grasp the necessary coin, pull it effortlessly from its retainer and hand it over to the toll attendant.
Inventors
- 👤 Ben Lindenbaum
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| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1983-03-23 | 1983-09-22 | 1984-03-23 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1987-03-23 | 1987-09-22 | 1988-03-23 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |