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Candle finial

a candle finial and candle technology, applied in the field of candles, can solve the problems of unsightly burnt candlewicks that detract from the aesthetics of candles, no universal solution to cover burnt candles, and no universal solution to provide cool candlewicks

Inactive Publication Date: 2006-10-05
HANES CHANDRA E
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"The patent describes a decorative ornament called a candle finial that can be placed on a cooled, unlit candle to cover up the unsightly blackened candlewick. The finial is made of various materials and can have any ornamental shape. The finial has a cavity for receiving the candlewick. The technical effect of this invention is to provide a simple and effective way to improve the appearance of candles."

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Whether used as decoration or for work purposes, used candles display an unsightly burnt candlewick that detracts from the aesthetics of the candle.
Some candle enthusiasts use jarred candles that can be concealed when not in use; however, no universal solution to covering burnt, cool candlewicks has been provided.

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[0014] The present invention is a candle finial, designated generally as 10 in the drawings. As shown in FIG. 1, the candle finial 10 is formed with a decorative, ornamental body, the representative example shown in FIG. 1 having a shape simulating a Christmas tree. Referring to FIG. 2, the finial 10 has a body defined by a base end 14, a central section 16, and a top end 18. A cavity 12 is defined within the body and extends axially from the base end 14 into the central section 16 of the finial 10.

[0015] Still referring to FIG. 2, the cavity 12 is an inverted opening defined within the body of the finial 10. The cavity 10 is dimensioned and configured to receive a candlewick 75 of a candle 70. The finial 10 may be made of any material, such as plastic, wood, metal, etc.

[0016] As shown in FIG. 3, the finial 10 may be made in other shapes or designs and furnished in kit form, with or without one or more candles. For instance, the finial may be formed as a knob- or mushroom-shaped f...

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Abstract

The candle finial is a decorative, ornamental body having a base end, a top end, a central section, and a cavity extending from the base end into the central section. The cavity is an inverted opening defined within the body and is dimensioned and configured to receive a candlewick. The finial may have the shape of a heart, a figurine, a holiday ornament or any other desired shape or design. The finial may be made of any material, such as plastic, wood, metal, etc. In use, the finial is placed on a cooled, unlit candle. The finial is disposed on the top surface of the cooled candle after a lighted candlewick has been extinguished to cover up the unsightly blackened candlewick.

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BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0001] 1. Field of the Invention [0002] The present invention relates to candle accessories. In particular, the invention relates to a candle finial, which is a decorative ornament for covering an unlit wick of a candle. [0003] 2. Description of the Related Art [0004] In early times, candles were used primarily to provide light for work areas. Today, candles come in different shapes and forms and create an ambiance for leisure purposes, as well as providing light. Candles have also long been used in various ceremonies and rites that are religious in nature. Whether used as decoration or for work purposes, used candles display an unsightly burnt candlewick that detracts from the aesthetics of the candle. Some candle enthusiasts use jarred candles that can be concealed when not in use; however, no universal solution to covering burnt, cool candlewicks has been provided. [0005] There is a need for a candle finial that can be placed over a cooled candlewick w...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): F23D3/16F23Q25/00
CPCF21S13/12F23D3/18F23D3/16F21V17/00F21W2121/00
Inventor HANES, CHANDRA E.
Owner HANES CHANDRA E
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