US4280702A
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Gambling aid
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1980-04-10
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Granted: 1981-07-28
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Expires: 2000-04-10
Abstract
Abstract An aid for selecting numbers for a game of chance is disclosed, consisting of a hollow container and an elongated hollow tube. The container has an integrally attached outwardly extending projection formed with a hole communicating with the interior of the container. A second hole is formed in one side of the projection, at a right angle to the first mentioned hole. The tube is open at its top end and adapted to be inserted into either hole. A plurality of balls, each marked with a numerical symbol, are provided.
Inventors
- 👤 Raymond Tremblay
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-29 20:11
CPC Classifications
G; G07; G07C; G07C15/00; G07C15/001; G07C15/003; A; A63; A63F; A63F7/00; A63F7/04; A63F7/048
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
125 words
An aid for games of chance comprising a generally symmetrical hollow container having an outwardly extending generally symmetrical projection; said projection being formed with a first hole formed in its outer side and communicating with the interior of said container; being formed with a second hole of the same dimension and cross-sectional shape as the said first hole and located in one side of said projection at a right angle to said first hole; further comprising a plurality of balls, each inscribed with a different numerical symbol; further comprising an elongated hollow tube of the same cross-sectional dimension and shape as the two holes, said tube being open at the top and adapted to being inserted in either the first hole or the second hole.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
125 words
An aid for games of chance comprising a generally symmetrical hollow container having an outwardly extending generally symmetrical projection; said projection being formed with a first hole formed in its outer side and communicating with the interior of said container; being formed with a second hole of the same dimension and cross-sectional shape as the said first hole and located in one side of said projection at a right angle to said first hole; further comprising a plurality of balls, each inscribed with a different numerical symbol; further comprising an elongated hollow tube of the same cross-sectional dimension and shape as the two holes, said tube being open at the top and adapted to being inserted in either the first hole or the second hole.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
26 words
An aid as defined in claim 1, wherein the top end of said tube is cut at 45 degree angle and is made of transparent material.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
33 words
An aid as defined in claim 1, wherein said container has in its inner surface a plurality of circumferential grooves whereby a random selection of balls is obtained when said container is agitated.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
25 words
An aid as defined in claims 1, 2 or 3, wherein said container is spherical and wherein said tube and holes have a circular cross-section.
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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) | 1984-07-27 | 1985-01-26 | 1985-07-28 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1988-07-27 | 1989-01-26 | 1989-07-28 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1992-07-27 | 1993-01-26 | 1993-07-28 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |