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US4195729A
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Combined photograph holder and storage device
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1979-01-12
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Granted: 1980-04-01
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Expires: 1999-01-12
Abstract
Abstract A storage device is provided for storing elements such as tobacco or the like while providing a storage or display location for photographs or the like. The storage area is assembled within the display area which essentially surrounds the storage area. A decorative lid or top member is provided for closing the storage area and securing the display area. A suitable mounting base is also provided.
Inventors
- 👤 John A. Macken
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-28 20:00
CPC Classifications
B; B65; B65D; B65D77/00; B65D77/22; B65D77/24; A; A47; A47G; A47G1/00; A47G1/14; A47G2001/145
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 11
Claim 1
Independent Claim
109 words
A combined storage and display devise comprising: a first box structure open at the top thereof and having four sides and a bottom formed of transparent materials; a second box structure, open at the top thereof and having four sides and a bottom, inserted into said first box structure with a narrow space therebetween for placement between said first and second structure of photographs or the like to be viewed through said first box structure and lid means adapted to fit snugly in the open top of said second box and overlay the top of said first box to thereby close both of said first and second box structures.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
109 words
A combined storage and display devise comprising: a first box structure open at the top thereof and having four sides and a bottom formed of transparent materials; a second box structure, open at the top thereof and having four sides and a bottom, inserted into said first box structure with a narrow space therebetween for placement between said first and second structure of photographs or the like to be viewed through said first box structure and lid means adapted to fit snugly in the open top of said second box and overlay the top of said first box to thereby close both of said first and second box structures.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
33 words
The device recited in claim 1, wherein, at least said first box structure is slightly larger at the top thereof with said sides tapering from said bottom outwardly towards the open top thereof.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
16 words
The device recited in claim 2, including, first support means for supporting said first box structure.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
22 words
The device recited in claim 3 wherein, said lid means includes a decorative panel on the top thereof as a portion thereof.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
52 words
The device recited in claim 4 wherein, said lid means further includes a shoulder or the like such that a first portion of said lid fits snugly into the open top of said second box and a second protion thereof overlays the top of both said first box and said second box.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
27 words
The device recited in claim 5 including, second support means for supporting said first support means in a spaced-away relation to a table surface or the like.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
19 words
The device recited in claim 5, including fastening means interposed between said first box structure and said support means.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
21 words
The device structure recited in claim 7, wherein each of said first and second box structures are essentially cubic in configuration.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
22 words
The device recited in claim 7 wherein, said first support means and said lid means are essentially of matching composition and configuration.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
16 words
The device recited in claim 9, wherein said first box structure is formed of acrylic plastic.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
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| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1983-04-01 | 1983-10-01 | 1984-04-01 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1987-04-01 | 1987-10-01 | 1988-04-01 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1991-04-01 | 1991-10-01 | 1992-04-01 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |