Abstract: The invention is directed to a decorative device for displaying an ornamental object within a fluid. The device takes the form of a transparent hollow bell-shaped enclosure, the interior of the enclosure containing a fluid and a plurality of small particles. A handle is attached to the crown of the enclosure. A fluid tight base is sealingly connected to the mouth of the enclosure. A fluid inlet is positioned within the base for introducing the fluid into the enclosure. A plug seals the fluid inlets to prevent fluid from leaving the enclosure. A bottom cover is placed over the base to provide a flat surface to permit the device to stand in an upright position on a horizontal surface.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
September 12, 1990
Date of Patent:
November 2, 1993
Assignee:
Franklin Mint Company
Inventors:
Richard D. Bankert, Edward D. Ciuffetelli, Dante Pro, Jerrold W. Ross