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Decorative plate and method of making same
Assignee: KANE JAMES B
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Filing: 1979-01-02
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Granted: 1981-06-30
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Expires: 1999-01-02
Abstract
Abstract A decorative plate consists of an outer part having a base with curved sides terminating in a peripheral lip. This part may be suitably decorated. An inner part is formed complementary to the interior of the outer part, and is preferably of a clear material, such as a plastic. On the back of the inner part there is preferably a foil ring. Prior to assembly of the inner part and the outer part, a photograph may be prepared and inserted inside the foil ring. Thereupon the inner part is pressed toward the outer part until the edge of the inner part snaps under the lip. The completed dish may be used as a decorative plaque, tray, ash tray, or for other purposes.
Inventors
- 👤 Lindley Martin
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-04 09:32
CPC Classifications
A; A24; A24F; A24F19/00; A24F19/10; A45; A45C; A45C11/00; A45C11/24; A45C13/00; A45C13/08; Y; Y10; Y10T; Y10T428/00; Y10T428/24; Y10T428/24777
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
133 words
A decorative plate comprising an outer part of a rigid material having a flat outer base and a curved outer wall, a transparent part of a flexible plastic material having a flat inner base and curved inner wall and an upper peripheral edge, said inner base and inner wall being complementary to the shape of the interior of said outer part, an integral inturned peripheral lip on said outer wall of said outer part, whereby the said parts may be secured together with a "snap-fit" action by said edge snapping under said lip and may be conveniently detached as desired by prying said edge from under said lip, and a photographic print positioned between said parts visible through said inner part, said photographic print being adhered to the back of said inner part.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
133 words
A decorative plate comprising an outer part of a rigid material having a flat outer base and a curved outer wall, a transparent part of a flexible plastic material having a flat inner base and curved inner wall and an upper peripheral edge, said inner base and inner wall being complementary to the shape of the interior of said outer part, an integral inturned peripheral lip on said outer wall of said outer part, whereby the said parts may be secured together with a "snap-fit" action by said edge snapping under said lip and may be conveniently detached as desired by prying said edge from under said lip, and a photographic print positioned between said parts visible through said inner part, said photographic print being adhered to the back of said inner part.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
22 words
A plate according to claim 1 which further comprises a foil ring on said inner part, said print located within said ring.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
24 words
A plate according to claim 2 which further comprises decoration material on said outer part outside said ring and visible through said inner part.
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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) | 1984-06-29 | 1984-12-29 | 1985-06-30 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1988-06-29 | 1988-12-29 | 1989-06-30 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1992-06-29 | 1992-12-29 | 1993-06-30 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |