Plural, Separable Patents (Class 63/15.1)
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Patent number: 9918529Abstract: A jewelry joining mechanism is disclosed for coupling a main ring having a lower body portion and a neck portion, to a band including at least a first ring-shaped body and a second ring-shaped body. The mechanism comprises an integrally formed protruding notch extending along the lower body portion of the main ring, the notch having a greater maximum cross-sectional width than the main ring neck portion, and an integrally formed open-ended groove extending between the first and second ring-shaped bodies of the band, the groove being bounded in part by aligned and opposing flanges extending along at least a portion of a length of the groove, the flanges defining an open top end of the groove, wherein the groove is adapted to receive the notch such that, when the notch is fully disposed within the groove, the main ring and the band maintain a substantially fixed angular configuration.Type: GrantFiled: September 23, 2015Date of Patent: March 20, 2018Assignee: Simply Bliss, Inc.Inventor: Bliss Lau
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Patent number: 9380843Abstract: A multi-piece jewelry is disclosed where the jewelry is formed of interlockable and interchangeable circular elements. The multi-piece jewelry of this disclosure allows the user to easily assemble the elements of the jewelry in various designs without any tools. A kit comprising the elements is also disclosed to combine the elements in different ways to form a number of different designs. The jewelry of this invention may be a bracelet or ring. The kit may also comprise pendants, earrings, hair accessories or other jewelry.Type: GrantFiled: May 14, 2014Date of Patent: July 5, 2016Inventors: Ashot Logian, Arthur Sargsyan
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Publication number: 20150121958Abstract: A jewelry ring configuration having interchangeable elements and especially jewelry rings which have a decorative feature mounted on a center ring. This new device/process may be simply described as a device for an interlocking ring system and device with interchangeable outer jackets and center rings comprised with a center ring, ornate and decorative or smooth and with or without gemstones, the center ring in various mounting styles such as prong, bezel, pave etc.; and a jacket as an outer band, held together by one or more straps, the jacket being ornate and with or without gemstones and made of the same, complimentary or contrasting materials as the center ring wherein the interchangeable outer jackets and center rings provide an interchangeable, stylish combination of interlocking jackets and center rings.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 3, 2014Publication date: May 7, 2015Inventors: Todd E. Murray, Jane A. Murray
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Publication number: 20150059403Abstract: A ring assembly including a shank having a band defining a head mounting area with a through hole defined through the band in the head mounting area. The through hole defines internal threads; and a head including a mount with a post extending therethrough, the post including an area of external threads configured to engage the internal threads to releasably secure the head to the shank. Methods for forming and demonstrating ring assemblies are also disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 4, 2014Publication date: March 5, 2015Applicant: KF LICENSING, INC.Inventor: Kenneth Fogel
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Patent number: 8910382Abstract: Form the oval rings 25 from the circular rings 23. Then, twist the oval rings 25, for instance three times, around center of the longitudinal direction, and create the ring portion for male 31 and the binding portion at the both side of the binding portion. After that, obtain the rings for male 2 and the rings for female 3 by cutting the binding portion.Type: GrantFiled: August 24, 2012Date of Patent: December 16, 2014Assignee: Mokumeganeya Co., Ltd.Inventor: Masaki Takahashi
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Publication number: 20140345322Abstract: A multi- piece jewelry is disclosed where the jewelry is formed of interlockable and interchangeable circular elements. The multi-piece jewelry of this disclosure allows the user to easily assemble the elements of the jewelry in various designs without any tools. A kit comprising the elements is also disclosed to combine the elements in different ways to form a number of different designs. The jewelry of this invention may be a bracelet or ring. The kit may also comprise pendants, earrings, hair accessories or other jewelry.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 14, 2014Publication date: November 27, 2014Inventors: Ashot Logian, Arthur Sargsyan
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Publication number: 20140326022Abstract: A method and apparatus for adjusting the ring size of a ring is disclosed. In some embodiments, the ring includes a frame having at least one groove, and at least one size adjustment insert having at least one tongue configured to be removably engaged with the at least one groove. In some embodiments, the at least one size adjustment insert is inserted into the frame.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 1, 2013Publication date: November 6, 2014Inventor: Tosyali International Inc.
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Publication number: 20140130546Abstract: Articles of jewelry, including ring assemblies (100, 300, 400, 700, 1300) permitting secured, removable, rotatable, placement of rings within such ring assemblies (100, 300, 400, 700, 1300). In some embodiments, an ornamental support structure (412, 712, 715, 1312) comprises a hinge permitting a rotatable movement of a portion of the ring assembly to permit placement of the ring structure. In other embodiments, pinch clasps (520, 620, 820, 920, 1020, 1120, 1220, 1320) are used for such ring assemblies.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 17, 2014Publication date: May 15, 2014Inventor: Claude Bisserier
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Patent number: 8661848Abstract: Articles of jewelry, including ring assemblies (100, 300, 400, 700, 1300) permitting secured, removable, rotatable, placement of rings within such ring assemblies (100, 300, 400, 700, 1300). In some embodiments, an ornamental support structure (412, 712, 715, 1312) comprises a hinge permitting a rotatable movement of a portion of the ring assembly to permit placement of the ring structure. In other embodiments, pinch clasps (520, 620, 820, 920, 1020, 1120, 1220, 1320) are used for such ring assemblies.Type: GrantFiled: April 17, 2012Date of Patent: March 4, 2014Inventor: Claude Bisserier
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Patent number: 8617683Abstract: A decorative assembly and a kit for creating a plurality of decorative assemblies including at least one foundation piece, at least one fanciful element and at least one connector to couple the fanciful element to the foundation piece.Type: GrantFiled: December 9, 2011Date of Patent: December 31, 2013Inventor: Aubren M. Johnson
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Patent number: 8479537Abstract: A frame member has two spaced apart parallel rings that are fixed to one another at a first location. At a second location diametrically opposed to the first location of the spaced apart parallel rings provide a seat for an ornamental article. A securing ring is disposed in the space between the parallel rings of the frame member and is fixed to the frame member by a pivot pin that is located nearer to the second location than to the first location. The securing ring is provided with a rigid wire that is aligned with the securing ring and is configured complimentary to a surface of the ornamental article for securing the ornamental article on the seat of the frame member. The securing ring pivots about the pivot pin to allow placement of the ornamental article on the seat and the removal of the ornamental article from the seat.Type: GrantFiled: September 16, 2012Date of Patent: July 9, 2013Inventor: Mary L. Patterson
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Patent number: 8448464Abstract: A set consisting of several pairs of rings (1, 2), wherein each ring has a single raised pattern (11, 21) enabling it to fit together with one other ring of the set. The raised pattern is, for example, arranged on the edge (10, 20) of each ring. The ring is mounted on an adaptation ring (3, 4) so that it can be adapted to the diameter of the wearer's finger. The individual ring pairs are manufactured with the aid of a cutting program on a digitally controlled machine.Type: GrantFiled: April 11, 2007Date of Patent: May 28, 2013Assignee: Lovekey Diffusion SAInventor: Christian Varcin
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Publication number: 20130091895Abstract: The present invention pertains to an inside diameter-adjustable ring in which the inside diameter of the ring is adjustable, and more specifically, to an inside diameter-adjustable ring which comprises: an outside ring which has coupling grooves formed along the inner surface thereof; and an inside ring which is inserted into said coupling grooves and forms the inside diameter of the ring, wherein: separation prevention ridges are formed in the coupling grooves of said outside ring in order to prevent the inserted inside ring from being taken out; a curved portion which is bent to the inner side is formed along the outer surface of said inside ring, so that an air gap is formed on the inner side by the curved portion when said inside ring is inserted into the coupling grooves; a plurality of holes are formed on said inside ring; minerals which emit anions and far-infrared radiation are contained in said inside ring, and embossed parts are formed on the inner surface of said inside ring such that a consumer isType: ApplicationFiled: June 22, 2011Publication date: April 18, 2013Inventor: Min-Soo Hwang
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Patent number: 8316666Abstract: A frame member has two spaced apart parallel rings that are fixed to one another only at a first location. At a second location diametrically opposed to the first location each of the spaced apart parallel rings has a pedestal with a notch therein at an edge of the pedestal adjacent a space separating the parallel rings. The pedestals and notches are circumferentially aligned to cooperate with one another to provide a seat for seating an ornamental article therein. The securing member secures the ornamental article to the frame member. The securing member is a ring inserted in the space between the parallel rings of the frame member in a movable manner and is provided with a means for securing the ornamental article seated in the pedestals and notches of the frame member when the means for securing is aligned with the pedestals and notches of the frame member.Type: GrantFiled: July 13, 2010Date of Patent: November 27, 2012Inventor: Mary L Patterson
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Publication number: 20120198887Abstract: Articles of jewelry, including ring assemblies (100, 300, 400, 700, 1300) permitting secured, removable, rotatable, placement of rings within such ring assemblies (100, 300, 400, 700, 1300). In some embodiments, an ornamental support structure (412, 712, 715, 1312) comprises a hinge permitting a rotatable movement of a portion of the ring assembly to permit placement of the ring structure. In other embodiments, pinch clasps (520, 620, 820, 920, 1020, 1120, 1220, 1320) are used for such ring assemblies.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 17, 2012Publication date: August 9, 2012Inventor: CLAUDE BISSERIER
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Publication number: 20110179825Abstract: A jewelry ring and associated method includes a shank, and a cross member having ornamental elements which is received by the shank. The shank has two upwardly directed slots which accept the cross member and allow it to slide upward toward the ends of the shank. When the ring is worn the finger holds the cross member in the slots of the shank. The cross member includes ornamental elements which rotate around a rod. End members on the rod retain the ornamental elements, and prevent the rod from sliding transversely through the slots in the shank.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 11, 2007Publication date: July 28, 2011Inventors: Shelly Avneri Katzir, Yifat Ungierowicz Bloch
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Patent number: 7950251Abstract: The piece of jewellery comprises at least two rings (2, 4) that can nest inside each other and have different diameters. These rings are assembled to each other so as to pivot relative to each other. The piece of jewellery can thus pass from a configuration wherein the rings are tilted to a configuration wherein they are nesting, such that the surface of the smaller ring (2) is concealed. The piece of jewellery further comprises indexing means (26, 11c) comprising a stud (26) secured to one of the rings (2, 4) and which is arranged for cooperating with the edge (30) of an elongated aperture (11c) made in another ring (4), so as to immobilize the rings selectively in a plurality of relative positions.Type: GrantFiled: July 5, 2007Date of Patent: May 31, 2011Assignee: The Swatch Group Management Services AGInventor: Olivier Silvant
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Patent number: 7937965Abstract: The present invention generally relates to a jewelry ring (1) and a method for the production of such a jewelry ring (1). The jewelry ring consists of a first ring (2) having an inner surface area, a second ring (3) and a sliding ring (4), the latter is located between the first ring (2) and the second ring (3) to ease a preferably frictionless twistability of the two rings to each other.Type: GrantFiled: June 21, 2006Date of Patent: May 10, 2011Assignee: Montblanc-Simplo GmbHInventor: Thorsten Hering
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Patent number: 7836726Abstract: Piece of jewellery including an outer ring (2) and an inner ring (4) arranged concentrically to the outer ring (2), the two inner (4) and outer (2) rings being able to pivot in relation to each other, the outer ring (2) comprising at least one aperture (6) through which at least one decoration (8), provided on the outer periphery of the inner ring (4), can appear, means being provided for the axial coupling of the two inner (4) and outer (2) rings, this piece of jewellery being characterized in that the axial coupling means include at least one ball (10) arranged in a housing (12) disposed on the external periphery of the inner ring (4) and capable of rolling in the inner periphery of the outer ring (2) and forming a rolling path for the ball (10).Type: GrantFiled: December 14, 2006Date of Patent: November 23, 2010Assignee: Dress Your Body, S.A.Inventor: Raffaele Picardi
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Patent number: 7814027Abstract: A matchmaking ring and method of communicating personal status to another person is provided. The matchmaking ring of the present invention includes means for identifying personal characteristics of the ring wearer. The matchmaking ring further includes means for identifying desired personal characteristics of a potential partner of the ring wearer. When one matchmaking ring is compared or abutted to another matchmaking ring, the engagement or non-engagement between the two rings determines if two people are compatible. Further, the ring itself acts as an indicator to other people that the ring wearer may be a potential partner. Thus, the invention provides a method of wearing the matchmaking ring and identifying others that are wearing a similar matchmaking ring as a potential partner. The ring may be worn as a wedding ring to stave off unwanted advances from individuals who do not know of the ring's significance.Type: GrantFiled: April 20, 2006Date of Patent: October 12, 2010Inventor: Joseph G. DeLuca
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Publication number: 20100050690Abstract: A wearable firestarter has a sparking material including a wearable portion and a friction element including a wearable portion. The friction element's wearable portion is releasably connected to the sparking material's wearable portion. The wearable portions may be rings or a bracelet sized to closely encompass a wearer's appendage. A portion of the wearable portions may be made of magnesium. The sparking material may be made of ferrocerium. The friction element may be made of file steel. The wearable portions may form grippable surfaces that extend away from the sparking material and the friction element.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 29, 2008Publication date: March 4, 2010Inventor: Joel Woodward
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Patent number: 7614252Abstract: A reversible ring for providing two rings in one for a finger of a wearer. The ring includes a setting and at least one loop. The setting has a first side and a second side that is opposite to the first side of the setting. The setting shows a first display on the first side thereof and a second display on the second side thereof. The at least one loop circles the finger of the wearer, is pivotally connected to the setting, and is rotatable between a first position and a second position. The first display is positioned opposite to the finger of the wearer when the at least one loop is in the first position thereof, and the second display is positioned opposite to the finger of the wearer when the at least one loop is in the second thereof.Type: GrantFiled: June 7, 2007Date of Patent: November 10, 2009Inventor: Louis De Lyrot
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Publication number: 20090151395Abstract: An interchangeable ring system jewelry (20) consisting of a custom ring assembly (18) which can be assembled according to the user's desire, manually or by using specific tools (28L, 28R). The custom ring assembly (18) is comprised of an elongated flanged ring shank (22), an inner threaded nut-like interlocking ring (26), and an interchangeable inner ring (24). The flanged ring (22) in its preferred configuration is comprised of a fixed flange ring (36), fixed to one of its ends, and an external thread (32) on the other end. The inner ring (24) is slid onto the flanged ring shank (22), up to the fixed flange ring (36). The interlocking ring (26) interlocks to the flanged ring shank (22), screwed to its threaded end using specific tools (28L, 28R) or manually. In this way, the inner ring (24) is delimited between the interlocking ring (26) and the fixed flange ring (36) of the flanged ring shank, creating ready-to-wear custom ring jewelry.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 12, 2007Publication date: June 18, 2009Inventors: Nir Louk, Efrat Fridenzon
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Publication number: 20080072623Abstract: A jewelry ring assembly includes a base ring having an annular dimension and size similar to both outer rings which form the three ring device. The base ring and the two outer rings are made from single pieces of metal and retain similar aesthetic appearance. The base ring and both outer rings are free to move independently, including rotating and side to side shifting as the form of the finger.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 27, 2006Publication date: March 27, 2008Inventor: Dennis Janssen
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Patent number: 7287400Abstract: An engagement set includes a wedding band and an engagement ring to which the wedding band is removably coupled. The shank of the wedding band when joined together with the engagement ring may be inclined relative to the shank of the engagement ring to form an “X” configuration and thereby to symbolize a “kiss”. The engagement set may be joined by a locking mechanism formed of a locking feature on the wedding band and a corresponding recess on the inner surface of the front of the engagement ring. The locking feature and the recess may have an emotionally symbolic shape such as a heart shape or an “X”. There may be an inclined groove at an inner surface of the back of the engagement ring to accommodate the shank of the wedding band when the rings are coupled together.Type: GrantFiled: October 20, 2005Date of Patent: October 30, 2007Assignee: Samuel Aaron Licensing, LLCInventors: Robert Baum, Laura Leoni, Mirash Sinishtay
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Patent number: 7266977Abstract: The ring has at least two mutually rotatable parts, with a detent mechanism for respectively one of two mutually rotatable parts, and securing means. For improving the detent mechanism and the substantially play-free retention the detent mechanism is respectively provided in the intersecting plane (S) of two mutually rotatable parts and the mutually rotatable parts are secured by at least one springable element. Furthermore, if marks are provided on the surfaces of the ring, the most varied appearances can be altered and obtained by rotating one of the parts. This applies particularly if the surfaces of the parts are not even but wave-shaped.Type: GrantFiled: August 18, 2003Date of Patent: September 11, 2007Assignee: Cendres & Metaux SAInventor: Josef Zwyssig
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Patent number: 7181930Abstract: a ring arrangement having at least two ring portions, the ring portions including a first inner ring portion and a second outer ring portion, the inner portions having an ornamental area at least partially defined by the through holes and at the outer ring portion defining a solid band. The surface of which shows the through holes defined in the inner ring portion to give the effect of a deeply engraved surface.Type: GrantFiled: July 8, 2003Date of Patent: February 27, 2007Inventor: Yasco Wainberg
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Patent number: 7104089Abstract: The present invention discloses a ring comprising a plurality first and second annular semi-precious stones, where the stones form a setting for a center precious stone.Type: GrantFiled: March 10, 2004Date of Patent: September 12, 2006Inventor: Pascal LaCroix
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Patent number: 7073351Abstract: An engagement set includes a wedding band and an engagement ring to which the wedding band is removably coupled. The shank of the wedding band when joined together with the engagement ring may be inclined relative to the shank of the engagement ring to form an “X” configuration and thereby to symbolize a “kiss”. The engagement set may be joined by a locking mechanism formed of a locking feature on the wedding band and a corresponding recess on the inner surface of the front of the engagement ring. The locking feature and the recess may have an emotionally symbolic shape such as a heart shape or an “X”. There may be an inclined groove at an inner surface of the back of the engagement ring to accommodate the shank of the wedding band when the rings are coupled together.Type: GrantFiled: October 8, 2004Date of Patent: July 11, 2006Assignee: Samuel Aaron Licensing, LLCInventors: Robert Baum, Laura Leoni, Mirash Sinishtay
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Patent number: 7013674Abstract: A jewelry-forming component composing a body member having a first magnetized portion and a female element associated therewith for magnetically attracting and receiving a male element of another jewelry-forming component. The first magnetized portion of the body member provides a minimum magnetic strength that is sufficient to retain the male element within the female element and a maximum magnetic strength that can be overcome by a person's hand strength to separate the male and female elements. The female element defines a cavity having a depth sufficient to receive the male element at different positions therein, and this allows relative movement of the male and female elements to assist in providing the self-sizing nature of the article. The body member also includes a further element that is magnetically responsive for magnetically coupling with another jewelry-forming component, such that a plurality of such components can be magnetically coupled to form an article of jewelry.Type: GrantFiled: April 10, 2003Date of Patent: March 21, 2006Inventor: Steven Kretchmer
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Patent number: 6886363Abstract: A ring allowing a longer length of an arm attached to a ring main body is provided. The tilted ring is tiltingly attached to the ring main body. The tilted ring is in an ellipse shape, and the major axis of the ellipse projected on the plane where the ring main body exists is longer than the diameter of the ring main body. Thus, if the ring main body is worn on the finger on which a wedding ring or the like is already worn, the tilted ring does not interfere with the wedding ring. Thus, since the tilted ring can extend downward in addition to upward of the ring main body, the tilted ring can be longer, and the esthetic appearance increases.Type: GrantFiled: April 3, 2003Date of Patent: May 3, 2005Assignee: Jewel Karati Inc.Inventor: Masatsugu Hara
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Patent number: 6868697Abstract: An engagement set includes a wedding band and an engagement ring to which the wedding band is removably coupled. The shank of the wedding band when joined together with the engagement ring may be inclined relative to the shank of the engagement ring to form an “X” configuration and thereby to symbolize a “kiss”. The engagement set may be joined by a locking mechanism formed of a locking feature on the wedding band and a corresponding recess on the inner surface of the front of the engagement ring. The locking feature and the recess may have an emotionally symbolic shape such as a heart shape or an “X”. There may be an inclined groove at an inner surface of the back of the engagement ring to accommodate the shank of the wedding band when the rings are coupled together.Type: GrantFiled: June 30, 2003Date of Patent: March 22, 2005Inventors: Robert Baum, Laura Leoni, Mirash Sinishtay
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Publication number: 20040206115Abstract: Ornament wearing portions are to be elaborated to improve the beauty of a person who wears the ornament.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 1, 2003Publication date: October 21, 2004Applicant: JEWEL KARATI INC.Inventor: Masatsugu Hara
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Patent number: 6766657Abstract: A jewelry having a jewelry body, for example, a fashion ring or pendant, and a miniature roulette wheel mounted on the jewelry body. The miniature roulette wheel includes a plurality of rotating wheels respectively fastened pivotally with the jewelry body, each rotating wheel having at least one display unit divided into a plurality of display sectors respectively marked with a respective numerical symbol, and an indicator fixedly fastened to the jewelry body and adapted to point out the numerical symbol of one display sector of each display unit of each rotating wheel.Type: GrantFiled: January 7, 2003Date of Patent: July 27, 2004Inventor: Li Chen Chien
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Publication number: 20040050096Abstract: An engagement set includes a wedding band and an engagement ring to which the wedding band is removably coupled. The shank of the wedding band when joined together with the engagement ring may be inclined relative to the shank of the engagement ring to form an “X” configuration and thereby to symbolize a “kiss”. The engagement set may be joined by a locking mechanism formed of a locking feature on the wedding band and a corresponding recess on the inner surface of the front of the engagement ring. The locking feature and the recess may have an emotionally symbolic shape such as a heart shape or an “X”. There may be an inclined groove at an inner surface of the back of the engagement ring to accommodate the shank of the wedding band when the rings are coupled together.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 30, 2003Publication date: March 18, 2004Inventors: Robert Baum, Laura Leoni, Mirash Sinishtay
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Patent number: 6581413Abstract: A system of interconnected ornamental rings which convey a definite and clear message regarding the existence of an interpersonal relationship which, when worn by an individual, cannot be mistaken in the culture. In a preferred embodiment, the inventive system of interconnected ornamental rings comprises a pair of separate finger rings, each having a connection point at which there is attached a decorative chain interconnecting the separate rings. The system of interconnected rings can be worn on two fingers of the hand, with a finger in-between them, so that the decorative chain is prominently displayed. The message conveyed by such a pair of interconnected ornamental rings is very clear, indicating an interpersonal relationship with another, with the decorative chain which enhances the message with its particular type of decorative style.Type: GrantFiled: October 13, 2000Date of Patent: June 24, 2003Inventor: Yoav Kadosh
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Patent number: 6574989Abstract: A jewelry ring has an inner band and an outer band rotatable about the inner band. The outer band has diametrically opposed decorative and counterbalance portions, the decorative portion including a decorative feature, such as a gemstone, and the counterbalance portion weighing more than the decorative portion, such that the decorative feature tends to rotate to face up regardless of the orientation of the wearer's hand.Type: GrantFiled: September 25, 2001Date of Patent: June 10, 2003Assignee: Lester Lampert, Inc.Inventor: David Lampert
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Patent number: 6484536Abstract: An item of jewelry preferably in the form of a ring having a first ring portion mechanically interconnected to a second ring portion. Preferably each ring portion includes a plurality of alternating radially inward linking segments and radially outward linking segments. The radially inward linking segments include a groove which mates with a tongue formation on the radially outward linking segments.Type: GrantFiled: May 17, 2000Date of Patent: November 26, 2002Inventor: Alan Gould
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Patent number: 6318122Abstract: An interchangeable and rotatable jewelry display for beads or ornaments, and a method of displaying and rotating interchangeable ornaments.Type: GrantFiled: April 29, 1999Date of Patent: November 20, 2001Inventor: Gregg Burgard
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Patent number: D438137Type: GrantFiled: November 29, 1999Date of Patent: February 27, 2001Assignee: Cartier International B.V.Inventor: Jean Grisoni