Optical ornament
US5573017A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 27, 1995 |
| Grant date | Nov 12, 1996 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 27, 2015 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA44C15/0015
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
An optical ornament is provided wherein optic fibers are attached to a fastener for attaching the ornament to a person's hair, clothing or body or to an object. A plurality of optical fibers are extended outwardly from a portion of the ornament adapted to receive and focus light and are illuminated in the absence of added electrical energy. Decorations such as gemstones, artificial flowers, and the like are provided to decorate the fastener and to color the light transmitted through the fibers from the portion of the ornament adapted to receive and focus light.
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