Earrings

Abstract

To provide an earing capable of restricting rotation of a pinching member so as not to allow the earing to fall due to unexpected extension of an interval to pinch an earlobe.SOLUTION: An earing includes: a first member 110 where a first pinching part 111 to pinch an earlobe is arranged at one end; a second member 120 where a second pinching part 121 to pinch an earlobe by opposing to the first pinching part 111 is arranged at one end; and a first support member 130 for supporting the second member 120. The first support member 130 is arranged on an opposite side of the first member 110 in the second member 120. The other end of the second member 120 is rotatably connected to the first member 110, and the first support member 130 is rotatably connected to the first member 110. One end of the first support member 130 is abutted to the second member 120, so as to support the second member 120 to restrict the rotation of the second member 120 in a direction to extend an interval between the first pinching part 111 and the second pinching part 121.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

[Technical field]

[0001] The present invention relates to an earring that is worn in the ear by clamping it around the wearer's earlobe. [Background technology]

[0002] Known earrings that are used by clamping the wearer's earlobe at two points include those that have a screw-type pressing means that directly presses against the earlobe, those that use the biasing force of a spring or the like, and those that combine a screw-type pressing means with a system that uses the biasing force of a spring or the like.

[0003] The earrings described in Patent Document 1 have a main decorative body on one side and a clamping member on the other side, each of which has a pair of mounting legs and a mounting base, and a circular metal plate is interposed between the mounting legs and the mounting base and axially attached, thereby creating a resistance force that controls the rotation of the main decorative body on one side and the clamping member on the other side when the main decorative body on one side and the clamping member on the other side rotate. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0004] [Patent Document 1] Utility Model Registration No. 3158448 Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0005] The earrings described in Patent Document 1 have only one mechanism that generates a resistance force to control the rotation of one main decorative body and the other clamping member when they rotate, and if the frictional force decreases due to deterioration over time, etc., a force unintended by the user may cause one main decorative body and the other clamping member to rotate, which may cause the earrings to fall off.

[0006] The earring of the present invention improves upon the above-mentioned drawbacks of conventional earrings, and aims to provide an earring that can prevent the rotation of the clamping member, so that the gap between the main decorative body and the clamping member on the other hand, which rotates and clamps the earlobe, does not suddenly widen due to deterioration or malfunction caused by long-term use, causing the earring to fall off. [Means for solving the problem]

[0007] In order to solve the above-mentioned problems, the earring of the present invention is an earring comprising a first member 110 having a first clamping portion 111 at one end for clamping the earlobe, a second member 120 having a second clamping portion 121 at one end facing the first clamping portion 111 for clamping the earlobe, and a first support member 130 for supporting the second member 120, wherein the first support member 130 is arranged on the opposite side of the second member 120 to the first member 110, the other end of the second member 120 is rotatably connected to the first member 110, the first support member 130 is rotatably connected to the first member 110, and one end of the first support member 130 abuts against the second member 120 to support the second member 120 so as to suppress the rotation in a direction in which the distance between the first clamping portion 111 and the second clamping portion 121 in the second member 120 increases.

[0008] Even if deterioration of frictional resistance occurs in the first connecting shaft (P1), which is the connecting part between the first member 110 and the second member 120, frictional resistance occurs in the second connecting shaft (P2), which is the connecting part between the first member 110 and the first support member 130, so the distance between the first clamping portion 111 and the second clamping portion 121 can be maintained, and the durability of the earrings can be increased.

[0009] Preferably, the earring of the present invention comprises two or more first support members 130, each of which may be coaxially connected.

[0010] By having two first support members 130, the magnitude of frictional resistance can be distributed, making it possible to operate each first support member 130 with relatively little force, improving the operability of putting on and taking off the earrings.

[0011] Also preferably, in the earring of the present invention, the connecting axis between the first member 110 and the second member 120 and the connecting axis between the second member 120 and the first support member 130 may be coaxial.

[0012] Because it is a single axis, assembly during manufacturing is easy and it is possible to provide earrings of a compact size.

[0013] Also preferably, the earring of the present invention may include a biasing portion that biases the second member 120 in a direction in which one end of the first support member 130 approaches the second member 120.

[0014] Due to this biasing portion, the first support member 130 biases the second member 120 in a direction to bring it closer to the first member 110, thereby increasing the force suppressing the second member 120 from rotating in a direction widening the gap between the first clamping portion 111 and the second clamping portion 121.

[0015] Also preferably, in the earring of the present invention, a concave portion and a convex portion are formed in the abutment portion 126 of the second support member 120 where the second support member abuts against the first support member, and the end of the first support member 130 may abut against the concave portion in the abutment portion 126 of the second member 120 in a substantially perpendicular state.

[0016] The first support member 130 acts as a stop bar, and can increase the force that prevents the second member 120 from rotating in a direction in which the distance between the first clamping portion 111 and the second clamping portion 121 increases.

[0017] Also preferably, in the earring of the present invention, the first support member 130 may be provided with a jewelry body A.

[0018] When the earrings are worn, the first support member 130 may be oriented forward, and the ornament M embedded in the first support member 130 allows for greater freedom in design.

[0019] Also preferably, in the earring of the present invention, the other end of the first support member 130 may be provided with a pressing portion 136 extending into the internal space S between the first member 110 and the second member 120 and capable of contacting the inner surface of the second member 120.

[0020] When the first support member 130 is rotated, the pressing portion 136 of the first support member 130 comes into contact with the inner surface of the second member 120, and when the first support member 130 is then rotated further, the tip portion presses the inner surface of the second member 120, causing the first support member 130 and the second member 120 to rotate in conjunction with each other, making it possible to remove them in one step.

[0021] In addition, preferably, the earring of the present invention may be configured such that a second support member 180 is rotatably connected to the first member 110 and abuts against the side of the first support member 130 opposite the second member 120 to prevent one end of the first support member 130 from coming into contact with and separating from the second member 120.

[0022] Friction resistance occurs at the third connecting shaft (P3) which is the connecting shaft between the first member 110 and the second support member 180, and it is possible to enhance the function of preventing the earring from falling off. Effect of the Invention

[0023] It is possible to prevent the clamping member from rotating so that the gap that clamps the earlobe does not suddenly widen and the earring does not fall off.

[0024] Furthermore, by providing multiple mechanisms that generate resistance, even if one mechanism deteriorates or breaks down, the other mechanisms can compensate, thereby increasing durability. [Brief description of the drawings]

[0025] [Figure 1] FIG. 1 shows an earring according to a first embodiment of the present invention. [Diagram 2] FIG. 2 is an exploded perspective view of the earring shown in FIG. 1. [Diagram 3] FIG. 13 shows an earring according to a second embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 4] FIG. 4 is an exploded perspective view of the earring shown in FIG. 3. [Diagram 5] FIG. 11 shows an earring according to a third embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 6] FIG. 6 is an exploded perspective view of the earring shown in FIG. 5. [Figure 7] FIG. 11 shows an earring according to a fourth embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 8] FIG. 13 is a diagram showing a first modified example of the earring according to the fourth embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 9] FIG. 13 is a diagram showing a second modified example of the earring according to the fourth embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 10] FIG. 10 is an exploded perspective view of the earring shown in FIG. [Figure 11] FIG. 13 shows an earring according to a fifth embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 12] FIG. 13 shows an earring according to a sixth embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 13] FIG. 13 shows an earring according to a seventh embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 14] FIG. 13 shows an earring according to an eighth embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 15] FIG. 13 shows an earring according to a ninth embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 16] FIG. 17 shows earrings according to a tenth embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 17] FIG. 15 shows an earring according to an eleventh embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 18] FIG. 12 shows an earring according to a twelfth embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 19]FIG. 13 shows an earring according to a thirteenth embodiment of the present invention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

[0026] In each figure, (A) shows the state in which the earrings are worn, and (B) shows the state before the earrings are worn or after the earrings are removed. Also, dotted lines indicate hidden lines.

[0027] [First Example] 1 and 2 show a first embodiment of the earring 100 according to the present invention. As shown in these figures, the earring 100 according to the first embodiment of the present invention includes a first member 110, a second member 120, a first support member 130, a pivot pin 140, and a friction resistance member 150.

[0028] The first member 110 and the second member 120 are connected to each other so as to be rotatable, and the first member 110 and the first support member 130 are connected to each other so as to be rotatable. The first support member 130 is disposed on the opposite side of the second member 120 to the first member 110.

[0029] When the earring of this embodiment is worn on the earlobe, one end of the first support member 130 abuts the second member 120 and supports the second member 120 so as to prevent rotation in a direction in which the gap between the open ends of the first member 110 and the second member 120 widens (in a direction in which the gap between the first clamping portion 111 and the second clamping portion 121 described below widens).

[0030] In the present invention, suppressing rotation in a specific direction includes holding the object so that it does not rotate in that direction, preventing rotation in that direction, and applying a biasing force to prevent rotation in that direction. The characteristics of each member are described below.

[0031] [First member 110] The first member 110 has a first clamping portion 111 for clamping the earlobe at one end, and a shaft hole 113 for connecting to a first support member 130 is formed at the other end.

[0032] Moreover, the first member 110 has a curved portion 114 in the middle thereof, and an axial hole 112 for connecting to the second member 120 is formed between the curved portion 114 and the axial hole 113 .

[0033] [Second member 120] At one end of the second member 120, opposite the first clamping portion 111, there is a second clamping portion 121 for clamping the earlobe, and at the other end, there is a bifurcated mounting leg portion 124, and each mounting leg portion 124 has an axial hole 122 formed therein for connecting to the first member 110.

[0034] In each embodiment of the present invention, the surface facing the first member 110 is referred to as the inner surface of the second member 120, and the opposite surface is referred to as the outer surface of the second member 120.

[0035] [First support member 130] The first support member 130 has at one end a contact portion 131 that can contact the outer surface of the second member 120, and at the other end a bifurcated mounting leg portion 134 is formed, and each mounting leg portion 134 has an axial hole 132 formed therein for connection to the first member 110. In each embodiment of the present invention, the surface facing the first member 110 is referred to as the inner surface of the first support member 130, and the opposite surface is referred to as the outer surface of the first support member 130.

[0036] [Axle pin 140] The shaft pin 140 is basically in the shape of a long and thin cylinder (rod shape) and functions as a shaft pin for mounting the shaft. By inserting the shaft pin 140 through the shaft holes 112 and 122, the first member 110 and the second member 120 are connected (mounted) in a rotatable state.

[0037] Similarly, by inserting the shaft pin 140 through the shaft holes 113 and 132, the first member 110 and the first support member 130 are rotatably connected (axially attached) to each other. After the shaft attachment, it is preferable to crimp the end of the shaft pin 140 to reliably prevent it from coming loose.

[0038] [Friction resistance member 150] The friction resistance member 150 is a circular metal member having a through hole at approximately the center thereof through which the shaft pin 140 can be inserted. As an example, it may be a round washer, a spring washer, or a washer made of non-metal such as resin.

[0039] The friction resistance member 150 is interposed between the shaft holes 112 and 122 and between the shaft holes 113 and 132 with the shaft pins 140 inserted therethrough.

[0040] The friction resistance member 150 interposed between the shaft holes 112 and 122 generates friction resistance when the first member 110 and the second member 120 rotate, and the friction resistance member 150 interposed between the shaft holes 113 and 132 generates friction resistance when the first member 110 and the first support member 130 rotate.

[0041] [Connection shaft] The connecting shaft between the first member 110 and the second member 120 is referred to as a first connecting shaft (P1), and the connecting shaft between the first member 110 and the first support member 130 is referred to as a second connecting shaft (P2).

[0042] In the present invention, the connecting shaft refers to both the central shaft that rotates and the portion that generates resistance friction when rotating in a connected state via this connecting shaft.

[0043] [How to put on and take off] By the first support member 130 pressing the second member 120 in a direction in which the first clamping portion 111 of the first member 110 and the abutment portion 131 of the first support member 130 become narrower, the abutment portion 131 of the first support member 130 presses and supports the second member 120, thereby making it possible to reduce the distance between the first clamping portion 111 and the second clamping portion 121.

[0044] Since the distance between first clamping portion 111 and second clamping portion 121 only needs to be brought close enough to be narrower than the thickness of the user's earlobe before pressing, this can be done in a single step.

[0045] To remove it, the first support member 130 is rotated in a direction that widens the gap between the first clamping portion 111 of the first member 110 and the abutment portion 131 of the first support member 130, and then the second member 120 is rotated in a direction that widens the gap between the first clamping portion 111 and the second clamping portion 121, thereby enabling removal.

[0046] The above operation can be performed with one hand, improving the ease of putting on and taking off the earrings 100.

[0047] [Effects of the first embodiment] Based on the above-described configuration, the abutment portion 131 of the first support member 130 abuts against the outer surface of the second member 120, thereby making it possible to suppress rotation in a direction in which the distance between the first clamping portion 111 and the second clamping portion 121 of the first member 110 increases.

[0048] Furthermore, even if deterioration of frictional resistance occurs in the first connecting shaft (P1), frictional resistance occurs in the second connecting shaft (P2), so the distance between the first clamping portion 111 and the second clamping portion 121 can be maintained, thereby increasing the durability of the earring 100.

[0049] [Second Example] 3 and 4 show a second embodiment of the present invention. As shown in these figures, the earring 100A according to the second embodiment of the present invention includes a first member 110, a second member 120, two first support members 130, a pivot pin 140, and a friction resistance member 150.

[0050] Similar to the first embodiment earring 100 described above, the first member 110 and the second member 120 are rotatably connected to each other, and the first member 110 and the two first support members 130 are each rotatably and coaxially connected to each other.

[0051] In the first embodiment described above, there was only one first support member 130, and therefore the force with which the first support member 130 holds the second member 120 could not be distributed. However, in the second embodiment, there are two first support members, and therefore it is possible to distribute the magnitude of the frictional resistance in the second connecting shaft (P2) to the connecting shafts (P2) of each of the first support members 130.

[0052] Each of the first support members 130 has an operating portion 133. This operating portion 133 is formed by bending a part of the base of the first support member 130 into a C or U shape and extending outward (to the opposite side of the opposing two first support members 130). By placing a finger on this operating portion 133, each of the first support members 130 can be freely operated.

[0053] Friction resistance members 150 are respectively interposed between shaft holes 112 and 122 and between shaft holes 113 and 132. A protrusion may be formed on one end of first member 110 on the opposite side to first clamping portion 111.

[0054] [Effects of the second embodiment] By having two first support members 130, it is possible to distribute the magnitude of frictional resistance. Therefore, it is possible to operate each first support member 130 with less force than in the first embodiment, improving the operability of putting on and taking off the earrings. In addition, by attaching a decoration such as a pearl to the protruding part of the first member 110, it is possible to improve the design of the earrings.

[0055] Furthermore, when one of the first support members 130 is released, the clamping force on the earring is reduced, so that the earring can then be easily removed by simply pulling it.

[0056] [Third Example] 5 and 6 show the third embodiment. As shown in these figures, the earring 100B according to the third embodiment of the present invention has the same configuration as the first embodiment described above, but the other end of the first member 110 is a bifurcated mounting leg 115, and each of the mounting legs 115 is formed with an axial hole 112. Meanwhile, the other end of the second member 120 is a non-branched mounting base 123, and this mounting base 123 is formed with an axial hole 122.

[0057] In this embodiment, the first connecting shaft (P1) and the second connecting shaft (P2) are coaxial. This makes it possible to connect the first member 110, the second member 120, and the first support member 130 with one shaft pin 140. In the present invention, "coaxial" means that the axis is common or that the axis is substantially the same.

[0058] 6, the pair of inner friction resistance members 150 are disposed on either side of the axial hole 122 of the second member 120. In other words, the pair of inner friction resistance members 150 are disposed sandwiched between the axial hole 122 and the axial hole 132.

[0059] On the other hand, the pair of outer friction resistance members 150 are disposed between the shaft holes 112 and 132. Thus, the first member 110, the second member 120, and the first support member 130 can be rotatably attached by a single shaft pin 140.

[0060] The illustrated shaft pin 140 is in the form of a hollow pipe, and the connecting shaft may be crimped as an eyelet. In addition, an operating part 133 is provided on one end side of the first support member 130, which extends from the one end side and protrudes outward. This allows the first support member 130 to be rotated by placing a finger on the upper part of the earring 100B.

[0061] [Effects of the third embodiment] Compared to the first embodiment described above, it is possible to provide earrings with a smaller number of parts and a compact size. Also, because it has a single axis, assembly during manufacturing is easier.

[0062] [Fourth Example] 7 shows the fourth embodiment. As shown in this figure, the earring 100C according to one embodiment of the present invention has a structure basically similar to that of the first embodiment described above, but has a biasing portion that biases the first support member 130 in a direction in which the abutment portion 131 of the first support member 130 approaches the second member 120.

[0063] This biasing portion may be an elastic member 160 that is interposed in the second connecting shaft (P2) that connects the first member 110 and the first support member 130. In the illustrated example, the elastic member 160 is a torsion spring. One end of the elastic member 160 abuts against the first member 110, and the other end of the elastic member 160 abuts against the first support member 130.

[0064] In the illustrated example, the elastic member 160 is interposed on the second connecting shaft (P2), and therefore the frictional resistance member 150 is not interposed on the same shaft portion, but it is also possible for both the elastic member 160 and the frictional resistance member 150 to be interposed.

[0065] [Effects of the Fourth Example] Due to this biasing portion, the first support member 130 biases the second member 120 in a direction bringing it closer to the first member 110, thereby increasing the force suppressing the second member 120 from rotating in a direction widening the gap between the first clamping portion 111 and the second clamping portion 121.

[0066] [Modification 1 of the Fourth Embodiment] 8 shows a first modified example of the fourth embodiment. As shown in this figure, the biasing portion may be made of a material in which the first support member 130 itself has a biasing force.

[0067] In the illustrated example, it has a bent shape, and shaft portions 135 are formed at each end, which are rotatably fitted into shaft holes 113 formed at the other end of the first member 110. In other words, the first member 110 and the first support member 130 are in a pivotally connected state.

[0068] The illustrated first support member 130 has a mechanism in which the spring pressure (biasing force) is released when a specific position (limit point) is passed.

[0069] [Effects of Variation 1 of the Fourth Embodiment] In the case of a normal torsion spring, the biasing force of the elastic member 160 is in a continuous state, whereas the illustrated first support member 130 can limit the range in which the biasing force acts. Also, since the first support member 130 itself is an elastic member, the number of parts can be reduced.

[0070] [Modification 2 of the Fourth Embodiment] 9 and 10 show a second modification of the fourth embodiment. In the example shown, the biasing portion is a substantially Ω-shaped wire rod, with shaft portions 135 formed at each end, which can be rotatably fitted into shaft holes 113 formed at the other end of the first member 110. As in the first modification of the fourth embodiment, the first member 110 and the first support member 130 are pivotally connected.

[0071] As in the first modification of the fourth embodiment described above, the illustrated first support member 130 has a mechanism in which the spring pressure (biasing force) is released when a specific position (limit point) is passed.

[0072] [Effects of Modification 2 of the Fourth Embodiment] As in the first modification of the fourth embodiment, it is possible to limit the range in which the biasing force acts. Furthermore, the first support member 130 itself is an elastic member, and by using a substantially Ω-shaped wire material, assembly is made easier.

[0073] [Fifth Example] Fig. 11 shows the fifth embodiment. As shown in this figure, an earmuff member 170 is attached to one end of the second member 120 of the earring 100D according to the fifth embodiment of the present invention. The earmuff member 170 may be made of flexible silicone rubber.

[0074] [Effects of the Fifth Example] When the earmuff member 170 comes into contact with the earlobe, the contact area with the earlobe increases, and the frictional resistance also increases, thereby making it possible to stabilize the wearing state of the earring 100D.

[0075] [Sixth Example] 12 shows a sixth embodiment. As shown in this figure, the first support member 130 of the earring 100E according to one embodiment of the present invention is in a state in which it can abut against the second member 120 substantially perpendicularly.

[0076] The second support member 120 has a contact portion 126 that is pressed against the contact portion 131 of the first support member 130, and a recess and a protrusion are formed in this contact portion 126. The end portion of the first support member 130 can contact the recess in the contact portion 126 of the second member 120 in a substantially perpendicular state. This contact portion 126 may be replaced with a contact surface.

[0077] In other words, the second connecting shaft (P2) connecting the illustrated first member 110 and the first support member 130 is located approximately in the center of this first support member 130, and two arms extend from the second connecting shaft (P2) as a center. The number of arms is not limited to two, and may be three, four, or more.

[0078] It is desirable that the contact portion 126 is not slippery, and may have a rough surface to generate resistance. The first support member 130 may be substantially disk-shaped and may be designed to rotate in only one direction (counterclockwise in the figure) like a ratchet. Also, a material that generates resistance, such as rubber, may be attached to each end of the first support member 130.

[0079] [Effects of the Sixth Example] The first support member 130 acts as a stop bar, and can increase the force that prevents the second member 120 from rotating in a direction in which the distance between the first clamping portion 111 and the second clamping portion 121 increases.

[0080] [Seventh Example] Fig. 13 shows the seventh embodiment. As shown in this figure, in the earring 100F according to one embodiment of the present invention, a jewelry body M is embedded in the first support member 130. This jewelry body M may be a gemstone such as melee diamonds. In addition, the first support member 130 itself may be a decorative member.

[0081] [Effects of the Seventh Example] When the earring 100F is worn, the first support member 130 may be oriented forward, and the jewelry body M embedded in the first support member 130 allows for greater freedom in design.

[0082] [Eighth Example] 14 shows the eighth embodiment. As shown in this figure, in the earring 100G according to the eighth embodiment of the present invention, the other end of the first support member 130 extends beyond the second member 120 into the internal space S surrounded by the first member 110 and the second member 120.

[0083] In this internal space S, the other end of the first support member 130 has a pressing portion 136 that can contact the inner surface of the second member 120, and a gap (play) is provided between this pressing portion 136 and the inner surface of the second member 120.

[0084] A protruding operating portion 133 is provided at one end of the first support member 130, and a hollow space is provided between this operating portion 133 and the abutting portion 131. Furthermore, uneven portions are provided on the outer surface of the base of the first member 110 and the outer surface of the base of the first support member 130. These uneven portions can prevent the finger from slipping when operating the earring 100G from below.

[0085] [Effects of the eighth embodiment] When the first support member 130 is rotated, the pressing portion 136 of the first support member 130 comes into contact with the inner surface of the second member 120, and when the first support member 130 is further rotated thereafter, the tip portion presses the inner surface of the second member 120, and the first support member 130 and the second member 120 rotate in conjunction with each other. This allows removal in one step.

[0086] [Ninth Example] 15 shows the ninth embodiment. As shown in this figure, the earring 100H according to the ninth embodiment of the present invention is provided with a second support member 180 that suppresses the rotation of the first support member 130, and this second support member 180 is connected to the first member 110 by a third connecting shaft (P3).

[0087] The earring 100H has three shafts: a first connecting shaft (P1), a second connecting shaft (P2), and a third connecting shaft (P3). The first support member 130 has an abutment portion 137 that is pressed against the abutment portion 181 of the second support member 180. This abutment portion 137 may be a protruding shape, a recessed groove shape, or a shape in which a protruding portion and a recessed groove are combined.

[0088] [Effects of the ninth embodiment] Friction resistance occurs at the third connecting shaft (P3), which is the connecting shaft between the first member 110 and the second support member 180, and it is possible to enhance the function of preventing the earring from falling off.

[0089] [Tenth Example] Fig. 16 shows the tenth embodiment. As shown in this figure, the earring 100I according to the tenth embodiment of the present invention is provided with a third support member 190 that suppresses the rotation of the second support member 180, and this third support member 190 is connected to the first member 110 by a fourth connecting shaft (P4).

[0090] The earring 100I has three shafts: a first connecting shaft (P1), a second connecting shaft (P2), a third connecting shaft (P3), and a fourth connecting shaft (P4). The second support member 180 has an abutment portion 183 that is pressed against an abutment portion 191 of the third support member 190. This abutment portion 183 may be a protruding shape, a recessed groove shape, or a shape in which a protruding portion and a recessed groove are combined.

[0091] [Effects of the 10th embodiment] It is possible to enhance the function of preventing the earring from falling off by generating friction resistance at the fourth connecting shaft (P4) which is the connecting shaft between the first member 110 and the third support member 190. In addition, the presence of the third support member 190 also enhances the decorativeness.

[0092] [Eleventh Example] 17 shows the eleventh embodiment. As shown in this figure, the earring 100J according to the eleventh embodiment of the present invention includes a first member 110, a second member 120, a first support member 130, a pivot pin 140, and an elastic member 165.

[0093] In addition, the earring 100J has a biasing portion that biases the second member 120 in a direction such that the abutment portion 126 of the second member 120 approaches the first support member 130, and an elastic member 165 that serves as this biasing portion is interposed on the first connecting axis (P1), which is the connecting axis between the first member 110 and the second member 120.

[0094] [Elastic member 165] The elastic member 165 biases the first clamping portion 111 of the first member 110 and the second clamping portion 121 of the second member 120 in a direction that widens the gap between them. At the same time, the elastic member 165 biases the contacted portion 126 of the second member 120 in a direction that approaches the contacting portion 131 of the first support member 130, so that the contacted portion 126 of the second member 120 presses the contacting portion 131 of the first support member 130.

[0095] The angle between the direction line of the pressure vector and the direction line of the force that rotates the first support member 130 outward due to an external force is about 40 degrees. This angle is preferably between 30 degrees and 60 degrees. If the first connecting shaft (P1) and the second connecting shaft (P2) are arranged horizontally, then in theory an angle of 45 degrees is optimal.

[0096] Due to the existence of this angular difference, it becomes difficult for the first support member 130 to rotate outward, and the first support member 130 is locked. (Rotating the first support member 130 outward means rotating the first support member 130 in a direction that widens the gap between the first clamping portion 111 and the contact portion 131.

[0097] [Adjustment mechanism] An adjustment mechanism for adjusting the position at which the contact portion 131 of the first support member 130 contacts the second member 120 is provided on the contacted portion 126 of the second member 120.

[0098] A plurality of grooves 127 are formed in the contacted portion 126 of the second member 120. The grooves 127 may be uneven grooves. Also, the contact portion 131 of the first support member 130 has a protrusion, and the positional relationship between the second member 120 and the first support member 130 is determined by engaging the protrusion with the groove 127.

[0099] Due to the biasing force of the elastic member 165 interposed on the first connecting shaft (P1), the abutted portion 126 of the second member 120 rotates in a direction approaching the first support member 130, so that the second member 120 and the first support member 130 come into continuous contact and abutment with each other.

[0100] Although not shown, the adjustment mechanism may be configured so that the abutted portion 126 is a convex portion and the abutting portion 131 is a concave portion, and the concave portion and the convex portion engage with each other to adjust the position of the second member 120 and the support member 130.

[0101] [Effects of the 11th embodiment] The biasing portion and adjustment mechanism on the first connecting shaft (P1) allow the abutment portion 131 of the first support member 130 and the abutted portion 126 of the second member 120 to engage at an appropriate position, making it possible to prevent the earring from falling off.

[0102] [Twelfth Example] 18 shows the twelfth embodiment. As shown in this figure, the earring 100K according to the twelfth embodiment of the present invention includes a first member 110, a second member 120, a first support member 130, a pivot pin 140, and an elastic member 165.

[0103] The first support member 130 has a box shape with an opening on the second member 120 side, and a hollow space 128 is formed on the inner surface of the first support member 130.

[0104] The other end of the second member 120 can be housed in this hollow space 128, and the first connecting shaft (P1) can be covered so that it cannot be seen from the outside.

[0105] [Effects of the 12th embodiment] Since the first support member 130 of the earring 100K has a box shape, it is stronger than the first support member 130 of the earring 100J, and the first support member 130 itself is less likely to deform. In addition, the first support member 130 can be held and rotated with two fingers, the thumb and the index finger, which makes it easier to put on and take off the earring.

[0106] In addition, the first connecting shaft (P1) can be made invisible from the outside. This makes it more appealing to users who tend to avoid mechanical structures. Of course, it is also possible to improve the overall aesthetics of the earrings.

[0107] [Thirteenth Example] 19 shows the thirteenth embodiment. As shown in this figure, the earring 100L according to the thirteenth embodiment of the present invention includes a first member 110, a second member 120, a first support member 130, a pivot pin 140, an elastic member 160, and an elastic member 165.

[0108] An insertion portion 125 is provided in the middle portion of the second member 120, and the first support member 130 is inserted into this insertion portion 125. This insertion portion 125 allows the middle portion of the second member 120 and the middle portion of the support member 130 to intersect. The insertion portion 125 may be a through hole or a slit.

[0109] Although not shown, an insertion portion may be provided in the middle portion of the first support member 130, and the second member 120 may be inserted into this insertion portion. Even in such a case, the middle portion of the second member 120 and the middle portion of the support member 130 cross each other. The crossing refers to a state in which they cross in a substantially X-shape.

[0110] [Elastic member] The elastic member 160 biases the first support member 130 in a direction in which the abutting portion 131 of the first support member 130 approaches the abutted portion 126 of the second member 120, and the abutting portion 131 of the first support member 130 presses the abutted portion 126 of the second member 120.

[0111] On the other hand, the elastic member 165 urges the second member 120 in a direction in which the abutted portion 126 of the second member 120 approaches the abutting portion 131 of the first support member 130, and the abutted portion 126 of the second member 120 presses the abutting portion 131 of the first support member 130.

[0112] As a result, the contacted portion 126 of the second member 120 and the contact portion 131 of the first support member 130 approach each other with a stronger biasing force.

[0113] The angle between the direction line of the vector in which the abutting portion 131 of the first support member 130 presses the abutted portion 126 of the second member 120 by the elastic member 160 and the direction line of the vector in which the abutted portion 126 of the second member 120 presses the abutting portion 131 of the first support member 130 by the elastic member 165 is about 30 degrees. This angle is preferably between 30 degrees and 60 degrees. If the first connecting shaft (P1) and the second connecting shaft (P2) are arranged horizontally, an angle of 45 degrees is theoretically optimal. Because of the existence of this angle difference, the first support member 130 becomes difficult to rotate outward and is locked.

[0114] [Effects of the 13th embodiment] The biasing force of elastic member 160 and the biasing force of elastic member 165 can prevent first support member 130 from rotating outward. In other words, by second member 120 and support member 130 pressing against each other, first support member 130 becomes more firmly locked, making it possible to stably clamp the user's earlobe.

[0115] [material] In the first to thirteenth embodiments of the earrings of the present invention described above, the first member 110, the second member 120, the first support member 130, the second support member 180, the third support member 190, and the friction resistance member 150 are made from metal materials such as silver, copper, stainless steel, titanium, etc., carbon-based materials such as carbon, ceramics, plastic, resin, silicon, etc.

[0116] The first support member 130 or the elastic member 160, which serves as the biasing portion, and the elastic member 165 are made of a metal material such as stainless steel or an alloy, or plastic, and become elastic when bent. Alternatively, a rubber material having elasticity may be used.

[0117] A preferred embodiment of the present invention has been described above, but since this embodiment is merely one form of earrings according to the present invention, modifications can be made without departing from the spirit of the present invention.

[0118] In each figure, (A) shows the state in which the earrings are worn, and (B) shows the state before the earrings are worn or after the earrings are removed. Also, dotted lines indicate hidden lines.

[0119] In each drawing, the same components are given the same reference numerals and duplicated explanations are omitted. [Industrial Applicability]

[0120] As described above, the earrings of the present invention are highly durable and easy to put on and take off, making them convenient for the user. [Explanation of symbols]

[0121] 100 Earrings 110 First member 111 First clamping part 112 Shaft hole 113 Shaft hole 114 Curved section 115 Mounting foot 120 Second member 121 Second clamping part 122 Shaft hole 123 Mounting base 124 Mounting foot 125 Insertion part 126 Abutted part 127 Groove 128 Hollow Space 130 First support member 131 Contact part 132 Shaft hole 133 Operation section 134 Mounting foot 135 Shaft 136 Pushing part 137 Abutted part 140 Axle pin 150 Friction resistance members 160 Elastic member 165 Elastic Members 170 Earmuffs 180 Second support member 181 Contact part 182 Shaft hole 183 Abutted part 190 Third support member 191 Contact part 192 Shaft hole P1 1st connection shaft P2 2nd connecting shaft P3 3rd connecting shaft P4 4th connecting shaft M Decoration S interior space

Claims

1. A first member 110 having a first clamping portion 111 at one end for clamping an earlobe; a second member 120 having a second clamping portion 121 at one end thereof for clamping the earlobe opposite the first clamping portion 111; a first support member 130 having a contact portion 131 that contacts the second member 120; An earring comprising: The first support member 130 is rotatably connected to the first member 110, The first member 110 is rotatably connected to the other end of the second member 120, The first support member 130 is The second member 120 is supported so as to suppress the rotation in a direction in which the distance between the first clamping portion 111 and the second clamping portion 121 increases, The first support member 130 includes two or more first support members 130, Each of the first support members 130 Each is connected to the other rotatably by a coaxial These earrings are characterized by their

2. A first member 110 having a first clamping portion 111 at one end for clamping an earlobe; a second member 120 having a second clamping portion 121 at one end thereof for clamping the earlobe opposite the first clamping portion 111; a first support member 130 having a contact portion 131 that contacts the second member 120; An earring comprising: The first support member 130 is rotatably connected to the first member 110, The first member 110 is rotatably connected to the other end of the second member 120, The first support member 130 is The second member 120 is supported so as to suppress the rotation in a direction in which the distance between the first clamping portion 111 and the second clamping portion 121 increases, The second member 120 is The first support member 130 has a contact portion 126 that is pressed against the contact portion 131 of the first support member 130. The contact portion 126 is formed with a recess and a protrusion. The end of the first support member 130 is With respect to the recess in the abutted portion 126 of the second member 120, It is possible to make contact in a substantially vertical state. These earrings are characterized by their

3. A first member 110 having a first clamping portion 111 at one end for clamping an earlobe; a second member 120 having a second clamping portion 121 at one end thereof for clamping the earlobe opposite the first clamping portion 111; a first support member 130 having a contact portion 131 that contacts the second member 120; An earring comprising: The first support member 130 is rotatably connected to the first member 110, The first member 110 is rotatably connected to the other end of the second member 120, The first support member 130 is The second member 120 is supported so as to suppress the rotation in a direction in which the distance between the first clamping portion 111 and the second clamping portion 121 increases, The other end of the first support member 130 exceeds the second member 120, Extending into the internal space S between the first member 110 and the second member 120, In the internal space S, the other end of the first support member 130 is The second member has a pressing portion that is capable of contacting an inner surface of the second member. A gap is provided between the pressing portion 136 and the inner surface of the second member 120. These earrings are characterized by their

4. A first member 110 having a first clamping portion 111 at one end for clamping an earlobe; a second member 120 having a second clamping portion 121 at one end thereof for clamping the earlobe opposite the first clamping portion 111; a first support member 130 having a contact portion 131 that contacts the second member 120; An earring comprising: The first support member 130 is rotatably connected to the first member 110, The first member 110 is rotatably connected to the other end of the second member 120, The first support member 130 is The second member 120 is supported so as to suppress the rotation in a direction in which the distance between the first clamping portion 111 and the second clamping portion 121 increases, The first support member 130 abuts against a surface on the opposite side to the second member 120, A second support member 180 that prevents the abutment portion 131 of the first support member 130 from moving away from the second member 120, The first member 110 is rotatably connected to the first member 110. These earrings are characterized by their

5. The earring according to claim 4, A third support member 190 is provided to suppress rotation of the second support member 180. The third support member 190 is The first member 110 is rotatably connected to the first member 110. These earrings are characterized by their

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