Apparatus and method for preserving collectible items

Details Apparatus and method for preserving collectible items Apparatus and method for preserving collectible items

2006-04-04

2006-04-04

Alexander, Reginald L. (Department: 1761)

Chemical apparatus and process disinfecting, deodorizing, preser

Process disinfecting, preserving, deodorizing, or sterilizing

Process of storage or protection

C422S305000, C422S292000, C312S031000, C312S236000, C099S323100

Reexamination Certificate

active

07022283

ABSTRACT:
The present invention relates to an apparatus and method for preserving one or more collectible items. The apparatus includes a housing and a nitrogen generator. A nitrogen generator generates a nitrogen rich gas and supplies the nitrogen gas to the housing, which displaces the oxygen inside the housing to preserve the collectible item or items enclosed by the housing. The nitrogen rich gas significantly reduces the degradation of the collectible item due to the exposure of the item to oxygen in the air. In another embodiment, the apparatus further includes a temperature control system and a humidity control system to control the temperature and humidity inside the housing. This further aids in preserving a collectible item for relatively long periods of time by reducing the effects of the environment on the item.

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