US4186833A
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Gift wrapping storage container
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1978-09-13
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Granted: 1980-02-05
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Expires: 1998-09-13
Abstract
Abstract A hinged cover container having ribbon spool storage and dispensing dowels in the cover, and a divided major container portion for storage of folded paper in one section and cards and ribbons in a smaller section. The inside of the cover is provided with loops of elastic ribbon for securing hardware useful for wrapping.
Inventors
- 👤 Virginia L. Homan
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-30 21:27
CPC Classifications
B; B65; B65D; B65D25/00; B65D25/02
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
80 words
In an assembled storage container for gift wrapping materials having an open top box section and a hinged domed top, the improvement of: (a) at least about two rods spaced apart and releasably mounted from side wall to wall in the top for holding reels of ribbons in position for retrieving portions of the ribbon; (b) elastic tape means in the hinge side of the domed top including a plurality of loops for securing small items in retrievable storage position;
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
80 words
In an assembled storage container for gift wrapping materials having an open top box section and a hinged domed top, the improvement of: (a) at least about two rods spaced apart and releasably mounted from side wall to wall in the top for holding reels of ribbons in position for retrieving portions of the ribbon; (b) elastic tape means in the hinge side of the domed top including a plurality of loops for securing small items in retrievable storage position;
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
61 words
(c) the bottom section being divided into at least two sections, the first section being large and arranged as a folded paper storage compartment and the second being small, and said sections being divided by wall means; and (d) pocket means having a closing biased elastic top on said wall means in said small section arranged to hold cards and stickers.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
61 words
(c) the bottom section being divided into at least two sections, the first section being large and arranged as a folded paper storage compartment and the second being small, and said sections being divided by wall means; and (d) pocket means having a closing biased elastic top on said wall means in said small section arranged to hold cards and stickers.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
40 words
The improvement of claim 1, being further characterized by a holder for a roll of non-drying self sticking adhesive tape mounted on the hinge side of said domed top, supporting the same in dispensing arrangement and with a tape cutter.
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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) | 1983-02-04 | 1983-08-06 | 1984-02-05 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1987-02-04 | 1987-08-06 | 1988-02-05 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1991-02-04 | 1991-08-06 | 1992-02-05 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |