US4635938A
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Board game
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1986-03-24
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Granted: 1987-01-13
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Expires: 2006-03-24
Abstract
Abstract A dice game using three dice of tetrahedron type, two of said dice being colored white and the third die having four colors on separate surfaces, each colored surface having a differing numerical value as well. The play is commenced by first rolling the two white dice to obtain a numerical value of one of ten possibilities upon which first bets have been placed. The second roll utilizes the third colored die to determine the remainder of the wagering which include: odd/even, hard three, six, nine, and twelve; the total numerical value of the three dice, the listed numbers shown on each die, and the color and number of the third die.
Inventors
- 👤 Patrick Gray
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-02 22:55
CPC Classifications
A; A63; A63F; A63F3/00; A63F3/00003; A63F3/00157; A63F9/00; A63F9/04; A63F9/0415
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 3
Claim 1
Independent Claim
162 words
A dice game employing two mono-colored dice having four sides, each side being numbered from 1 to 4, and a single third die having four sides, each side having a different color and a single numerical value from 1 to 4, the playing of the game including the steps of: (a) placing initial bets on numerical combinations of 11, 12, 13, 14, 22, 23, 24, 33, 34, and 44; (b) making a first roll of the mono-colored dice to obtain an indicated numerical value corresponding to one of the values recited in the proceeding steps; (c) placing secondary bets on any of the following conditions and values, including odd/even, hard 3, 6, 9 and 12; the total value of the three dice; the combinations possible from the values of the rolled three dice; and the color and number of the third die; (d) making a second roll using only the third die; and (e) rewarding the players in accordance with attained bets.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
162 words
A dice game employing two mono-colored dice having four sides, each side being numbered from 1 to 4, and a single third die having four sides, each side having a different color and a single numerical value from 1 to 4, the playing of the game including the steps of: (a) placing initial bets on numerical combinations of 11, 12, 13, 14, 22, 23, 24, 33, 34, and 44; (b) making a first roll of the mono-colored dice to obtain an indicated numerical value corresponding to one of the values recited in the proceeding steps; (c) placing secondary bets on any of the following conditions and values, including odd/even, hard 3, 6, 9 and 12; the total value of the three dice; the combinations possible from the values of the rolled three dice; and the color and number of the third die; (d) making a second roll using only the third die; and (e) rewarding the players in accordance with attained bets.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
15 words
A dice game in accordance with claim 1, wherein the dice are of quadrahedral type.
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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) | 1990-01-12 | 1990-07-14 | 1991-01-13 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1994-01-12 | 1994-07-14 | 1995-01-13 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1998-01-12 | 1998-07-14 | 1999-01-13 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |