Bracelet
A bracelet defined by an elongated band having first and second terminal end sections that collectively define a clasp and a plurality of interconnected sockets extending along the length of the band. The bracelet further includes a first charm that is sized, shaped and adapted to pressingly fit within a first half section of a first one of the sockets; and a second charm that is sized, shaped and adapted to pressingly fit within a second half section of a first one of the sockets. Each charm is embossed, imprinted, or otherwise demarcated with a letter of the alphabet. Pairs of charms may thus be used together to provide the initials of a friend in one of the sockets. Multiple friends' initials can therefore be displayed with charms positioned within each or many of the plurality of sockets forming bracelet.
The present application relates and claims priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 62/171,556, filed Jun. 5, 2015, the entirety of which is hereby incorporated by reference.
BACKGROUND1. Field of Invention
The present invention relates generally to bracelets, and more particularly to bracelets in which charms can be removably attached.
2. Background of Art
Charm bracelets are well known types of jewelry in which charms having various representations expressed thereon are attached to a bracelet. Most typically, the bracelet is a metal dangle that includes small rings or other connectors to which the charms can be removably attached. A plethora of charms having different symbolism or meaning to the wearer can be displayed on the bracelet.
In more recent times rubber or silicone bracelets have become popular. Such bracelets are often used as charity fundraisers and come in a color representative of the charity's cause, such as pink for breast cancer awareness. Adaptations of these rubber/silicone bracelets are charm bracelets that include charms that can be attached to the bracelet.
Another popular trend with bracelets is what is referred to as “friendship bracelets”. These are bracelets exchanged between friends that symbolize the friendship. The bracelets may have matching charms or other items that represent the friendship.
OBJECTS AND ADVANTAGESIt is a principal object of the present invention to provide a charm bracelet that facilitates social activity and sharing.
It is another object of the present invention to provide a bracelet that permits interchangeability of design elements.
Other objects and advantages of the preset invention will in part be obvious and in part appear hereinafter.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTIONIn accordance with the foregoing objects and advantages, the present invention provides a bracelet comprising an elongated band having first and second terminal end sections that collectively define a clasp and a plurality of interconnected sockets extending along the length of the band, wherein each socket is defined by a recess of predetermined length and shape and defined by a first half section and a second half section. The bracelet further comprises a first charm having a predetermined length that is half as long as the predetermined length of the recess and adapted to be received within a first half section of a first one of the plurality of sockets; and a second charm having a predetermined length that is half as long as the predetermined length of the recess and adapted to be received within a second half section of a first one of said plurality of sockets.
The present invention will be more fully understood and appreciated by reading the following Detailed Description in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, in which:
Referring now to the drawings, in which like reference numerals refer to like parts throughout, there is seen in
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Each socket 14 is defined by an oval shaped depression/recess that includes a floor 30 and upstanding wall 32 extending upwardly from floor 30 and for purposes of understanding the relationship to the charms can further be defined as including a first half section 31 and a second half section 33 (see
Each charm 16/18 is embossed, imprinted, or otherwise demarcated with a letter of the alphabet (see
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Claims
1. A bracelet, comprising:
- a. an elongated band having first and second terminal end sections and a plurality of interconnected sockets extending along the length of the band, wherein each socket is defined by a recess of predetermined length and shape and defined by a first section and a second section;
- b. a first charm having a predetermined length that is shorter than said predetermined length of said recess and adapted to be received within said first section of a first one of said plurality of sockets; and
- c. a second charm having a predetermined length that is shorter than said predetermined length of said recess and adapted to be received within said second section of said first one of said plurality of sockets.
2. The bracelet according to claim 1, wherein said first and second terminal end sections collectively define a clasp.
3. The bracelet according to claim 1, wherein said band includes at least one post extending outwardly adjacent said first terminal end section, and at least one opening adapted to securely receive one of said at least one post formed therethrough adjacent said second terminal end section
4. The bracelet according to claim 1, wherein said predetermined length of said first charm is half as along as said predetermined length of said recess.
5. The bracelet according to claim 1, wherein said predetermined length of said second charm is half as along as said predetermined length of said recess.
6. The bracelet according to claim 1, wherein said recess is defined by a floor and upstanding wall, said upstanding wall comprising a protrusion extending outwardly therefrom and around the periphery thereof.
7. The bracelet according to claim 6, wherein said first charm comprises an upper section and a lower section separated by a middle section, wherein said middle section is of smaller dimension than said upper and lower sections and corresponds in shape to said protrusion.
Type: Application
Filed: Jun 6, 2016
Publication Date: Dec 8, 2016
Inventor: Mark Zanghi (New York, NY)
Application Number: 15/173,898