Picture framed postcard
US6082033A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 30, 1998 |
| Grant date | Jul 4, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 30, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA47G1/143
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A postcard (2) having a frame (4) attached to a perimeter of one side of the postcard (2) and adapted to receive a photograph (or picture) such that the photograph (or picture) is securely retained between the frame (4) and postcard (2). A transparent protective view window (44) is placed between the frame (4) and photograph, both the photograph and window (44) can be inserted and removed through a flap (14) formed in the postcard (2). The postcard (2) includes strut means (16) and hook means (18) formed in the postcard (2), the strut means (16) and hook means (18) adapted to hinge outwardly from the plane of the postcard (2) and engage one another to allow the fame (4) to stand on a flat surface.
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