Abstract: This invention provides a spectacle holder for containment of a pair of spectacles, the holder being attachable to any convenient surface, wherein the holder comprises:(a) a body (10) having a substantially flat surface (11) for attachment of the holder to the convenient surface;(b) an upper (as viewed in use) clasp (12) adapted to encircle or partially encircle one arm of a pair of spectacles; and(c) at least one lower (as viewed in use) side support (13A, 13B) adapted to maintain the abovementioned arm in position,wherein the pair of spectacles may be contained by means of insertion of the abovementioned arm through the clasp (12) and through the support or supports and removed as required.

Abstract: The present invention is an eyeglass holder wherein a storage frame, constructed of plastic, rubber or a combination thereof, that allows for the placement therein of a conventional pair of eyeglasses, for protection and storage, in a safe and convenient location.

Abstract: A holder for eyeglasses, which may include corrective lenses, sunglasses, or the like. The preferred embodiment of the present invention contemplates a holder having a generally rectilinear body structure having a longitudinal axis, a length, front, back, and first and second side walls, a top and a bottom, and a conduit formed therethrough for the passage of the eyeglass's earpiece shaft therethrough. To facilitate a secure storage of the glasses, the end of the temple bar which engages the frame at the endpiece engages an open area formed in the front face of the holder body which terminates in sloped fashion to a point situated generally at the longitudinal axis, the open face configured to engage a wide variety of configuration temple bars.

Abstract: A cleaning station for cleaning eyeglasses holds a supply of tissue with one at a time dispensing, a spray bottle of lens, cleaning fluid and clips to hold the eyeglasses. The clips hold the eyeglasses in a position such that both sides of the lenses may be sprayed and wiped without wetting the tissue. The bottom of the station may be provided with material that prevents the station from sliding about when in use. The station is arranged so that all operations may be performed with one hand. This enables a person who has the use of only one hand to perform this common task without assistance.

Abstract: A holder for securing eyeglasses to a visor. The holder has two parts; a body, and a clip. The body has a top, a bottom, two sides, a back, and a front with a cavity, a ramp, and a bridge guide. The ramp ascends at the front, peaks at approximately the center of the cavity, then descends as it approaches the end of the cavity. The bridge guide starts thinnest at the front and gradually widens as is approaches the end of the cavity. The body receives the bridge of eyeglasses by manually sliding eyeglasses up the ramp, along the bridge guide and into the open cavity with the temple bars of eyeglasses on the top of the body. The clip is the length of the top of the body. The clip is flexible, resilient and curved on one end forming a clamp for securing to a visor with the other end curved in the opposite direction of the clamp forming a hook for attaching the clip to the back of the body.

Abstract: A retainer for holding eyeglasses that includes a retainer ring rotatably mounted to the clamping means. The clamping means includes a first clamp member pivotally attached to a second clamp member, and a means for biasing together a first end of each of the clamp members. A mounting element is attached to the retainer ring in a spaced relation to the clamping means. The retainer ring is rotatable about a longitudinal axis of the mounting element.

Abstract: A new and improved V-shaped eye wear display device is provided to enable attractive and effective display of eye wear and eyeglass frames while also allowing multiple and varied configurations and assemblies as required by specific sale promotion and other applications. The novel V-shaped eye wear display device includes two temple free end receiving cavities which support the eyeglass frames by the temple free ends to provide for a more unique, functional, attractive, effective and versatile eye wear display assembly, a more aesthetically pleasing display configuration enabling a clear unobstructed view of the eye wear and frames, a method of using said novel V-shaped equally adaptable to both counter-top and wall mount display assemblies, and to provide an easy to use and configure eye wear display device that is considerably less expensive to manufacture.

Abstract: A pack for carrying valuables and golf accessories by a golfer is described. The pack includes a pouch having a zippered closure for retaining non-golf accessories such as keys, change, glasses, and the like and an external pocket for retaining golf accessories during play. The pouch is elongated and concave with a rigid backing material having an integral clip thereon for affixing the pouch to the wearer's belt or to the golf bag. The pack is intended to make the golf accessories readily available during play while securing the golfer's valuables and to be easily removable from the golf bag after play so that the valuables can be maintained on the golfer's person.

Abstract: An eyeglass holder attachable to an article of clothing worn by the user for suspending a pair of eyeglasses. The eyeglasses are suspended facing upwardly and supported by the bridge of the eyeglasses with the temples either open and downwardly extending or folded closed. When open, the temples are supported from substantial movement against the body of the user. A biasingly positionable retaining member holds the bridge from substantial movement as well. One embodiment (preferred) holds the temples in the closed position for better protection thereof.

Abstract: An eye glass holder is provided which is attachable to an article of fabric, for supporting and securing a pair of eye glasses. The eye glass holder comprises a pin assembly engageable to the fabric. The pin assembly includes a substantially planar member having an outer eye glass frame striking surface and an inner fabric abutting surface. The pin assembly further includes a ring member extending from the outer striking surface and defining an eye glass frame receiving aperture therebetween. The pin assembly further includes a pin extending normally form the inner fabric abutting surface, through the abutting fabric. A clutch assembly is provided which is engageable to the pin. The clutch assembly includes a clutch for receiving and engaging the pin, and the clutch facing secured to the clutch and extending circumferentially thereabout.

Abstract: An improved display fixture having removable retaining arms is provided. The fixture allows the user to quickly and easily replenish the fixture with display items, such as eyeglasses, while also providing the user with the ability to readily alter the location of items on the fixture. The display fixture is provided with retaining arms which are compatible with the desired display merchandise. The retaining arms are readily removable from and replaceable on the display fixture in user desired locations. In accordance with the invention, the retaining arms have at least one leg which is fitted into an opening formed in a medium density fiberboard backboard.

Abstract: An eyeglass holder for automobiles and the like to secure and hold eyeglasses in folded vertically aligned position engagement. The holder has a spring-urged engagement area accessible by depressing a portion of the holder. The engagement area receives and holds the eyeglasses between a fixed element and the movable access portion of the device.

Abstract: A new Eyeglass Holder Mounted On A Rearview Mirror for providing a safe and convenient place for the storage of eyeglasses within a vehicle thereby preventing the eyeglasses from becoming scratched or broken. The inventive device includes a resilient syncline member, an upper arm secured to the syncline member, a lower arm secured to the syncline member opposite of the upper arm forming an M-shape, an upper clasp secured to the upper arm and a lower clasp secured to the lower arm. A loop is secured to the lower clasp opposite of the lower arm for receiving a temple arm from the eyeglasses. The resilient syncline member has a pointed end which engages a rear surface of a review mirror. A cylindrical support member is secured to the pointed end for increasing the resiliency of the present invention. The upper clasp and the lower clasp removably engage a rim along the review mirror securing the present invention to the rearview mirror.

Abstract: A clip for holding eyeglasses and the like in place on a surface in a vehicle. The eyeglasses having an eyeglass frame with a pair of nose pieces and a pair of temple members thereon. The clip is designed for easy entry and exit by the eyeglasses and to prevent both longitudinal and lateral movement of the eyeglasses when held thereon. The eyeglass clip includes an upper support arm with a back end portion, a middle portion and a front end portion and a lower support arm with a back end portion and a front end portion. A loop portion integrally joins the back end portion of the upper support arm to the back end portion of the lower support arm. The upper support arm is characterized by the middle portion curving downwardly toward the lower support arm and the front end portion curving upwardly as in a "ski jump". The curving of the upper support member provides for ease in inserting the temple members of the frame between the upper and lower support arms.

Abstract: An eyeglass holder for automobiles and the like to secure and hold eyeglasses in folded vertically aligned position engagement. The holder has a spring-urged engagement area accessible by depressing a portion of the holder. The engagement area receives and holds the eyeglasses between a fixed element and the movable access portion of the device.

Abstract: A display system has removable fixtures for supporting eyeglasses, eyeglass frames and similar manufactured articles in a display configuration on a substantially vertical display panel. A fixture has a forward end adapted to hold the eyeglasses, eyeglass frames or other article in an attractive display position and a rear end adapted to secure the fixture releasably to an aperture in the display panel. The rear end of the fixture has a face plate that contacts the front surface of the display panel around the periphery of the aperture, a pair of opposed side lugs and a flanged top clip dimensioned to fit in the aperture and engage the periphery of the aperture and the rear surface of the display panel. The fixture is attached by inserting the flanged top clip and pressing rearwardly until the side lugs engage the display panel. The side lugs can have inclined bottom edges that bear against the bottom edge of the aperture, forcing the top clip against the opposite edge.

Abstract: A holding device for removably retaining eyeglasses therein when the eyeglasses are not in use. The holding device includes a rear flange, a flexible retaining flange spaced apart from the rear flange, a nasaloid support member between the rear flange and retaining flange in a position to removably support the nasal pads of the eyeglasses when the eyeglasses are in a retained position. The rear and retaining flanges are contoured to form a glasses receiving area therebetween such that the rear and retaining flanges engage the glasses and hold the glasses in the receiving area. The retaining flange has a flexible curved upper portion that extends toward the rear flange, such that the flexible upper portion is above the nasaloid support member. An arm support member is attached to the retaining flange, and is positioned to support at least one of the arms of the eyeglasses when the eyeglasses are in the retained position.

Abstract: A spectacles holder (1) comprises a frame (2) having restraining means (3, 32) and a resilient spring biasing member (4). A spring force applied to a pair of spectacles (28) by the biasing member (4) urges the spectacles (28) towards the restraining means (3, 32) which restrains the spectacles (28) against movement. The spectacles holder (1) thus grips the spectacles (28) between the biasing member (4) and the restraining means (3, 32).

Abstract: An eyeglass holder for convenience placement of eyeglasses has a pair of vertically spaced horizontal arms on a vertical support piece that can have a lower base or one or more upper hooks. The upper and lower horizontal arms are vertically offset less than the spacing between the eyeglass earpiece hinges. The upper arm is dimensioned to fit between the upper-hinged earpiece and the lens frame when that earpiece is folded against the lens frame. The lower arm forms an abutment that keeps the lower-hinged earpiece closed in a manner that does not interfere with placing or removing the eyeglasses from the holder. An upward-opening notch on the upper horizontal arm and an aligned forward-opening notch on the lower arm, prevent lateral displacement of the eyeglasses. The holder can be arranged to stand on a table or the like, or to hang, for example, from the rear-view mirror of an automobile.

Abstract: A hanging arrangement comprises eyeglasses inclusive of a bow supporting lenses aside a nose bridge thereof, the bow defining first and second temple supports at first and second ends thereof, and first and second temples joined respectively with the first and second temple supports and a hanger secured with the eyeglasses and hanging the eyeglasses with the first and second temple supports in vertical alignment. The hanger is comprised of a one-piece molded plastic body comprising a display portion having an opening therethrough for receipt of a display rod and a tail depending from the display portion, the tail having first and second successive segments, the first segment having an opening therethrough, the second segment having a reduced thickness portion with a central opening.

Abstract: An eyeglass display system utilizes a combination of an eyeglass display member and an eyeglass contacting member. The eyeglass contacting member has an encircling portion adapted to encircle at least a part of the frame of the eyeglasses, and does not interfere with a potential user's view through the lenses when the eyeglasses are tried on. A cantilever support extending from the eyeglass display member supports a plurality of eyeglass contacting members and associated eyeglasses.

Abstract: A specially designed eyeglass protector is provided that slides into an eyeglass case. The protector is made of sturdy crush-proof material, and includes openings which receive the temples and nose pads of the eyeglasses. The front of the frame and the eyeglass lenses fit into a recessed area that is surrounded by a protective lip. A small and convenient case in the form of an elongated closable pocket is also provided for receiving the protector holding the eyeglasses. Insertion into the tight-fitting case keeps the eyeglasses in the protector, and in addition to preventing crushing, provides a barrier to scratching and abrasion of the frames and lenses.

Abstract: A spectacle holder, in particular for installation in motor vehicles, comprises a carrier having a bottom wall and a rear wall with spectacle rests, and arranged on the carrier a spectacle support which can be quickly and easily adapted by the user to the size of different types of spectacles by means of an adjusting device.The spectacles can be removed from and inserted into the spectacle holder and the spectacle side pieces can be opened out and folded up in the spectacles using one hand.The spectacle holder is in the form of a standardized assembly and can be built into a wide variety of protective housings; it can be moved by means of an extension mechanism from an inner rest position, in which the spectacle holder is enclosed substantially in the protective housing, into an outer rest position, in which the spectacles can be easily removed from the spectacle holder or inserted therein.

Abstract: A hanging arrangement comprises eyeglasses inclusive a bow supporting lenses aside a nose bridge thereof, the bow defining first and second temple supports at first and second ends thereof, and first and second temples joined respectively with the first and second temple supports and a hanger secured with the eyeglasses and hanging the eyeglasses with the first and second temple supports in vertical alignment. The hanger is comprised of a one-piece molded plastic body comprising a display portion having an opening therethrough for receipt of a display rod and a tail depending from the display portion, the tail having first and second successive segments, the first segment having an opening therethrough, the second segment having a reduced thickness portion pierceable by the eyeglass temple to define an opening on assembly of the hanger with the eyeglasses. The hanger defines a further reduced thickness portion adjacent the first segment opening.

Abstract: An eyeglass holder having a cross-shaped clip (305) on which two shaped parts (341) are fastened for holding the eyeglasses fast and clamping the eyeglass holder (301) firmly on the breast pocket of an article of clothing (317). The shaped parts (341) can be pushed over the ends (312) of the beam (309) and adapted to the size of the eyeglasses to be held. On the vertical beam (307) there is fastened a holding part (308) by which the eyeglass holder (301) can be fastened to the breast pocket or another part of an article of clothing.

Abstract: An adjustable eyeglass holder to be mounted in an automotive vehicle, boat, airplane, office, room, or other location for holding conventional prescription eyeglasses and sun glasses, as well as clip-on eyeglasses attachable to conventional eyeglasses, and having a range of sizes and nose bridge configurations.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for cleaning eyeglasses is disclosed in which a holding device is provided with a clamp mechanism for mounting eyeglasses in the holding device in a manner which provides clear access to the lens surfaces of the eyeglasses. A cleaning and drying device is provided with a brush at one end for use in cleaning the lenses with soap while an absorbent material is mounted to the other end to dry the lenses after cleaning. The apparatus aids in cleaning the lenses in a manner that completely removes oil from the lens surfaces and prevents the oil from being smeared over the lenses.

Abstract: The invention is windshield sunshade storing device for confining a windshield sunshade alongside the interior sunvisor of an automobile. The storing device is an S shaped clip with a pair of surfaces that attach to a sun visor and another pair of surfaces that secure the folded up sunshade. Two or more clips may be used to confine the sunshade and hold it in place.

Abstract: An eyeglass display hanger permits the eyeglasses to be tried on in the normal wearing position while the hanger is still attached thereto. The eyeglass display hanger consists of a planar body which is divided into front and rear body portions by a crease line. The body further includes a slot on the crease line. The front body portion includes a first aperture which is adapted for being received over a cantilever display bar and a second aperture which is adapted for receiving the temple bar of a pair of the eyeglasses. For assembly of the hanger with a pair of eyeglasses, the front and rear body portions are folded over onto each other and the temple bar of the eyeglasses is inserted downwardly through the aperture in the front body portion and through the slot in the crease line so that the temple bar is received between the front and rear body portions. The front and rear body portions are then secured together, preferably by a self-sticking adhesive or by staples.

Abstract: The present invention is an eyeglasses holder which forms a detachable coupling between a flat base and a nosepiece. The flat base has front channels for accommodating an interlocking wedge structure of the nosepiece to provide the detachable coupling. The nosepiece comprises an A-shaped frame structure and a pair of interlocking wedges, where each interlocking wedge is connected to the A-shaped frame structure by an interconnecting shaft. The pair of interlocking wedges can be slid into the front channels of the flat base and locked therein by a pair of small protrusions. The two interconnecting shafts can be squeezed inwardly to cause the pair of interlocking wedges to shift and avoid the small protrusions, so that the pair of interlocking wedges can be released from the front channels of the flat base. The present invention is also a multiplicity of eyeglass holders each being detachably assembled by a base piece and a noise piece as described above.

Abstract: A device for supporting a plastic spectacle frame in a plastic spectacle frame warmer of the type that, in use, retains a primary amount of a solid granular material such as glass beads, in a heating pan and that uses the glass beads as a heat transfer medium, is disclosed. The device comprises a base portion for maintaining the device in a substantially upright relation within the heating pan of the frame warmer. An intermediate portion is supported by the base portion and extends upwardly therefrom. A receptacle portion is supported by the intermediate portion and extends upwardly from the base portion, and is adapted to receive and retain a secondary amount of the glass beads therein above the level of primary amount of the glass beads in the heating pan.

Abstract: An apparatus for displaying eyeglass frames includes an elongate square channel-shaped base member that includes a flat bottom wall, a rear wall and a front wall. The rear and front wall are parallel to one another and accommodate therebetween the free ends of the temple pieces of a plurality of eyeglass frames that are positioned along the extent of the base member. The front wall has a greater height than the rear wall so that the temple pieces are maintained in a horizontal plane when the rear wall of the base member is secured to a vertical support surface. The spacing between the rear wall and the front wall is predetermined in accordance with the respective heights of the front and rear walls to prevent the free ends of the temple pieces from falling out.

Abstract: Ancillary to customer self-service retailing of dual-lenses eyeglasses based upon upright display-panels and provided with vertically-spaced supporting assemblies for holding displayed eyeglasses, there is disclosed herein improved eyeglasses supporting assemblies for attachment to an upright display-panel.

Abstract: A protective device configured to accommodate snow ski goggles when the goggles are not to be used for vision purposes. The protective device includes a strap and a protective cover which collectively form a loop adapted to circumscribe a portion of an animate bearer, such as the bicep area of one's arm. The cover is provided with structure to engage the ski goggle in a secure manner so that the protective goggle in conjunction with the strap can be worn with the cover occluding an outer arcuate surface of the goggle.

Abstract: An article holder which is generally of an S-shaped cross section and includes an upper slot for receiving an edge portion of a vehicle sun visor and a lower slot for receiving an article to be temporarily held within a vehicle, such as sunglasses or eyeglasses. The article holder is easily fitted onto the sun visor and positions the article held thereby in a readily accessible position. If desired, the article may also carry a holder for a pen or pencil and also a mirror. The article holder preferably includes a sheet metal core covered by suitable fabrics with the fabrics being applied to the sheet metal core when the core is in its flat planar state, after which the core is bent to the desired S-shaped configuration of the article holder.

Abstract: Eyeglasses are stored and protected when not in use, such as overnight, by providing a protective liner fitting the interior walls and outer rim of a generally cylindrical open mouthed receptacle of appropriate diameter and length to hold the eyeglasses in a safe and accessible position. The receptacle comprises in a preferred embodiment a coffee mug and the liner, a quilted and/or foam backed fabric material.

Abstract: A spectacle display device including security comprising a stand (2,6), a nosepiece (6), a security member (10) released by key (12).

Abstract: A display apparatus for displaying products such as eyeglasses or jewels, comprising a heavy base, a main stem having one end pivotally fixed to the base and another free end, and a tip element fixed to the free end of the main stem. The tip element includes another pivotable stem and a vise to attach the product to be displayed. Screws are used to apply friction to the surfaces of the stems to keep them in any desired orientation while allowing the stems to be turned without a tool. A brass tip helps reducing the wear on the stem surfaces in contact with the screws. The display apparatus may further comprise a sliding element including another pivotable stem and another vise to attach another product. The display apparatus is particularly well adapted for displaying eyeglasses in an optical shop window.

Abstract: A pair of non-prescription eyeglasses is mounted on a cantilevered support by a hanger that includes an element constructed of relatively stiff resilient plastic material. Such element includes a relatively wide main section having an aperture which receives the support arm, and a relatively narrow extension. The latter passes through the nose gap of the eyeglasses and is reversely bent to form a loop that surrounds the eyeglass frame bridge. In a first embodiment of this invention a rivet maintains the loop closed and prevents casual removal of the hanger from the eyeglasses. In a second embodiment a snap-type device holds the loop closed. This snap-type closure cannot be opened casually, at least for the first opening thereof.

Abstract: Disclosed is a device for holding spectacles. It is made of a unitary, flexible, resilient polymeric material formed into a receptacle member having a forward section and rear section separated by upwardly projecting, hinged walls. The forward section has a bridge rest and the rear section has a slot. The hinged walls flex outwardly to hold firmly spectacles placed into the device with the temples folded inwardly and inserted into the slot, the bridge of the frame resting on the bridge rest, and the hinged walls extending between the folded temples and the frame. The device is adapted to rest on a flat, horizontal surface or be mounted to a flat, vertical surface.

Abstract: A display rack is designed to display a multiplicity of sets of eyeglasses. A plurality of eyeglasses are mounted on each of a number of cantilevered eyeglass supporting elements. Each of these eyeglass supporting elements is comprised of a plurality of longitudinally aligned ridges forming eyeglass bridge supports. The ridges are broader at their bases than at their crests in a lateral direction. Upwardly facing support pads extend laterally outwardly in both directions from the base of each of the ridges, and transverse retainer walls extend laterally across the ends of each of the ridges to define eyeglass frame receiving pockets above the pads. An upwardly facing temple platform is located at a level above and behind the support pads for supporting the folded temples of a set of eyeglasses. The eyeglasses on each of the projecting, cantilevered supports are both accessible independently of each other.

Abstract: There is disclosed a holder with an adjusting body for displaying spectacle frames or for receiving a mounting frame for displaying spectacle frames comprising a housing on which the adjusting body is steplessly adjustable in three dimensions, for example using a clampable ball joint.

Abstract: Apparatus for securing sunglasses and driving glasses to a sunvisor, having an "S"shaped body including a clip which protrudes at an upward angle from the body to resiliently bias the clip closely to the body. The bow at the end of the clip is adapted to accept both the temples and the bridges of various sizes and styles of sunglasses and driving glasses. The leg is the bottom extension of the body and is adapted to support either the temples or the bridge of the sunglasses or driving glasses. The leg supports the temples and prevents them from hanging down and obscuring the drivers vision. Also a clamp at the top of the body is provided to mount the apparatus to sunvisors. The apparatus is injection molded with a pliant plastic material which will not scratch or misform either sunglasses or driving glasses.

Abstract: A spectacle display device wherein the nose piece (12) is removably mounted to an acrylic rod by clip (4) and the interaction between the serrated back (22) of the nose piece and the ridge (20) along mounting face (8) permits relative angular placement therebetween.

Abstract: Tray for displaying one or more folded eyeglasses, including spaced vertical walls joined by an inclined support post.

Abstract: The present invention is a holder for eyeglasses which may accept the temple portion of an eyeglass frame for supporting the eyeglasses in a vertical position and which may be mounted onto any surface, for instance, an automobile, a boat, or at a convenient position in the home environment for holding the eyeglasses. A molded plastic eyeglass holder has flat, planner, first member having a first surface and a second surface. The first surface has second member molded integrally to the first surface of the flat, planer member and protruding outwardly therefrom. An opening between the first member and the second member and the second member accepts the temple of an eyeglass frame. An adhesive material is applied to the second surface of the first member and protected by a release sheet. Removal of the release sheet allows the eyeglass holder to be pressed against a surface and adhered thereto.

Abstract: A holder typically for a portable telephone comprises an upper housing and a lower housing, the latter being adapted for fixing to a surface or object. The upper housing comprises a support plate upon which the telephone may be located, and a pair of movable gripper members which urge the telephone against a fixed member so as to be held firmly therebetween. The distance between the fixed member and movable gripper members may be varied according to the dimensions of the telephone which the holder is receiving, and biasing means on the movable gripper members are provided to insure that there is sufficient force to firmly hold the telephone in the holder between the movable and fixed gripper members.

Abstract: An eyeglass wrap has a flat sheet of flexible material that folds about a pair of eyeglasses with releasable fastening strips. The flexible material may be fabric-covered closed cell sponge rubber and the sheet may contain orifices that allow temples of eyeglasses to pass through to a distance that provides coverage of the lenses and frame of the eyeglasses by the sheet. The sheet may include an extended portion that further wraps around the folded temples of enclosed eyeglasses to secure the temples to the exterior surface of the wrap. The sheet is unfoldable from a folded condition to a flat condition.

Abstract: A device for displaying an article comprising a support having first and second apertures, a U-shaped member having first and second legs received in respective ones of said first and second apertures, said legs each having unidirectional teeth disposed thereon for engaging sides of said first and second apertures such that the legs can be translated in the apertures in a first direction to secure the article between the legs by a first force applied in the first direction but cannot be moved in a direction opposite the first direction by an oppositely applied force unless a second force perpendicular to the first force is applied to the legs while applying the force opposite the first force.

Abstract: An easily movable display mounting system including a mounting cup (12) secured to a slot wall by a T-shaped fastener 26.