US4125954A
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Spice rack calendar
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1977-10-20
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Granted: 1978-11-21
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Expires: 1997-10-20
Abstract
Abstract A spice rack calendar, enhanced by its devised compatibility with a conception to provide calendar visualization and innovative spice storage features; calendar indicia canisters with assured freshness capability; improved dispensing methods to simplify usage; flexibility to allow for convenience proximity; feasibility of use as a menu planner and general consumer appeal in the commercial market as an esthetic, practical, useful and functional product.
Inventors
- 👤 Joseph J. Barbieri
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-02 16:22
CPC Classifications
G; G09; G09D; G09D3/00; G09D3/02
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
141 words
A combination spice rack calendar comprising a self-standing spice rack receptacle having auxiliary wall mounting means associated therewith; seven hollow columnar rectangular prisms each having calendar day indicia on plural sides thereof whereby said prisms may be interchangeably arranged to display day indicia of a given month of the year; each said prism further comprising an airtight cap associated therewith whereby said prisms may function as spice canisters; said cap also comprising a rectangular prism and having indicia relating to contents on plural sides thereof; an indicator capsule comprising a rectangular prism including month indicia on plural sides thereof and means associated therewith to identify the given month, being displayed; said receptacle further comprising a retaining wall member having day of the week indicia thereon and functioning to retain said seven calendar canister prisms and said indicator capsule in said receptacle.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
141 words
A combination spice rack calendar comprising a self-standing spice rack receptacle having auxiliary wall mounting means associated therewith; seven hollow columnar rectangular prisms each having calendar day indicia on plural sides thereof whereby said prisms may be interchangeably arranged to display day indicia of a given month of the year; each said prism further comprising an airtight cap associated therewith whereby said prisms may function as spice canisters; said cap also comprising a rectangular prism and having indicia relating to contents on plural sides thereof; an indicator capsule comprising a rectangular prism including month indicia on plural sides thereof and means associated therewith to identify the given month, being displayed; said receptacle further comprising a retaining wall member having day of the week indicia thereon and functioning to retain said seven calendar canister prisms and said indicator capsule in said receptacle.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
36 words
A combination spice rack calendar according to claim 1, wherein said auxiliary wall mounting means comprises a wall hanger bracket and slots in the rear wall of said receptacle designed for mating cooperation with said bracket.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
77 words
A combination spice rack calendar according to claim 1, further comprising a combination pour and shake dispenser which may be removably inserted in said calendar canister prisms and retained therein by said caps; said dispenser comprises a rectangular prism having several small holes adjacent one of the top corners thereof whereby said dispenser may function as a shaker and a spout adjacent a top corner opposite from said one corner whereby said dispenser may perform pouring functions.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
41 words
A combination spice rack calendar according to claim 1, further comprising supplementary spice canisters of similar configuration to said calendar canisters prisms; said supplementary spice canisters do not include calendar indicia and are mounted in the lower portion of said receptacle.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
84 words
A combination spice rack calendar according to claim 1, wherein said indicator capsule comprises a hollow transparent rectangular prism having three different months of the year arranged vertically at three different levels and displayed on each side thereof; said month identification means comprises an insert member of rectangular prism configuration having background shading at three different levels on three sides thereof whereby one particular month will be highlighted when said member is inserted in said capsule and said shading aligns with said month indicia.
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) | 1981-11-20 | 1982-05-22 | 1982-11-21 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1985-11-20 | 1986-05-22 | 1986-11-21 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1989-11-20 | 1990-05-22 | 1990-11-21 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |