US3978902A
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Locator-holder for keys
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1975-12-19
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Granted: 1976-09-07
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Expires: 1995-12-19
Abstract
Abstract This invention provides a new and simplified method of suspending keys within a purse through the use of flexible magnetic tape, secured to the wall of a purse, and the mating thereto of a piece of steel designed to carry keys.
Inventors
- 👤 Frances Leedell Adkison
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-09 17:27
CPC Classifications
A; A45; A45C; A45C13/00; A45C13/02; A45C13/023; Y; Y10; Y10T; Y10T70/00; Y10T70/80; Y10T70/8432; Y10T70/8676
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 2
Claim 1
Independent Claim
64 words
A locator-holder for keys in a purse consisting of a flexible magnetic, self-adhesive tape secured to a purse wall at a point near the purse opening, and adapted to mate magnetically with a steel piece carrying the keys, wherein the magnetic tape is fitted with support means located near the bottom edge of the tape to prevent possible pulling by objects within the purse.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
64 words
A locator-holder for keys in a purse consisting of a flexible magnetic, self-adhesive tape secured to a purse wall at a point near the purse opening, and adapted to mate magnetically with a steel piece carrying the keys, wherein the magnetic tape is fitted with support means located near the bottom edge of the tape to prevent possible pulling by objects within the purse.
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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) | 1979-09-07 | 1980-03-08 | 1980-09-07 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1983-09-07 | 1984-03-08 | 1984-09-07 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1987-09-07 | 1988-03-08 | 1988-09-07 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |