Decorative mailbox
US7111772B2 · kind B2 · utility
Inventor
Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 14, 2005 |
| Grant date | Sep 26, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 14, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA47G29/121
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
The decorative mailbox is of two-piece design, having a lower portion and an upper portion. The lower portion is a box-like receptacle adapted to receive and contain mail items therein. The upper portion is designed in the shape of a motor vehicle. The vehicle may be of any make and/or model. NASCAR vehicles, trucks and sports cars would probably be desirable. The upper portion is hinged to the lower portion at their respective rear ends in a manner that allows the upper portion to be pivoted upward. A ratchet mechanism allows the upper portion to remain stationary in at least two raised positions. A snap mechanism is disposed at the front ends of the two portions to retain the upper portion in a closed position when desired.
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