Patents by Inventor Francis R. Christian

Francis R. Christian has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Casket ornament structure
    Patent number: 4267623
    Abstract: This invention is concerned with a casket ornament structure and more specifically, relates to a handle mounting ornament which can be used to decorate the structural members of a casket handle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 17, 1979
    Date of Patent: May 19, 1981
    Inventor: Francis R. Christian
  • Casket handle structure
    Patent number: 4077096
    Abstract: This is concerned with a casket structure and more specifically relates to a handle mounting arrangement which will be structurally strong and will be constructed to take the loads involved but at the same time will present a pleasing exterior appearance which is important for caskets.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 6, 1976
    Date of Patent: March 7, 1978
    Inventor: Francis R. Christian
  • Casket trimming
    Patent number: D276091
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 2, 1982
    Date of Patent: October 23, 1984
    Assignee: The Merit Company
    Inventor: Francis R. Christian
  • Casket corner plate
    Patent number: D278174
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 2, 1982
    Date of Patent: March 26, 1985
    Assignee: The Merit Company
    Inventor: Francis R. Christian