Horology: time measuring systems or devices – Cases – Combined with disparate device
Reexamination Certificate
2011-08-16
2011-08-16
Miska, Vit W (Department: 2833)
Horology: time measuring systems or devices
Cases
Combined with disparate device
C368S228000, C368S285000, CD10S002000, CD10S124000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07997789
ABSTRACT:
A clock for displaying collectibles and method of displaying collectibles within the clock is disclosed. The clock is a customizable device comprising a core having a first surface, a second surface opposite to the first surface and a thickness portion connecting the first and the second surfaces. The clock further includes a first structure removably attached to the first surface of the core and a clock movement received in an opening in the core. Also provided is a plurality of recesses, each of the recesses having a depth and configured and dimensioned to receive a collectible. In at least some embodiments, the recesses are provided in the core while in at least some other embodiments, the recesses are provided in the first structure of the clock. The collectibles are additionally secured in position within the clock by way of one or more adaptors.
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Rammel Brett
Smith Judd C.
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