Clasp and chain system for securing a plurality of rings

Abstract

According to an aspect of the present invention, a device for securing a plurality of ring, comprising: two semi-elliptical members made of a solid metallic material; a notch arranged to receive a hinge member; and a hinge member, wherein the hinge member is arranged for insertion behind a plurality of rings. According to another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a chain configured to extend from a first notch on a first clasp to a second notch on a second clasp.

Description

BACKGROUND TITLE

[0001] The present invention generally relates to jewelry.

[0002] Clasps for jewelry have been described in the patent literature. For example, U.S. Pat. No. 9,770,077 discloses a clasp that enables a user to join the ends of one or more strands of jewelry without having to retrofit the jewelry. Chain systems are also known. For example, US20140150496 discloses a necklace chain that can be removably secured to at least one finger ring to form a pendant.

[0003] However, prior art systems are lacking in the ability to secure multiple rings to be worn on a single finger or more than one finger.SUMMARY OF INVENTION

[0004] Therefore, the present invention provides improved clasps and chains for securing rings. A clasp and chain system for securing a plurality of rings is provided in a form that does not meaningfully detract from the appearance of the jewelry. A kit is also provided with different size clasps and chains for securing rings according to their number and gauge.

[0005] According to an aspect of the present invention, a device for securing a plurality of ring, comprising: two semi-elliptical members made of a solid metallic material; a notch arranged to receive a hinge member; and a hinge member, wherein the hinge member is arranged for insertion behind a plurality of rings. According to another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a chain configured to extend from a first notch on a first clasp to a second notch on a second clasp.BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0006] FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a clasp;

[0007] FIG. 2 is a top view of a clasp;

[0008] FIG. 3 is a bottom view of a clasp;

[0009] FIG. 4 is a right side view of a closed clasp;

[0010] FIG. 5 is a left side view of a closed clasp;

[0011] FIG. 6 is a bird's eye view of a clasp from the top;

[0012] FIG. 7 is a bird's eye view of a clasp from the bottom;

[0013] FIG. 8 is an illustration of an open clasp;

[0014] FIG. 9 is an illustration of a clasp connecting two rings on a single finger;

[0015] FIG. 10 is an illustration of a chain connected to two clasps;

[0016] FIG. 11 is an illustration of a combination of the clasp and chain according to an embodiment for securing two pluralities of rings on two different fingers; and

[0017] FIG. 12 is an illustration of a chain.DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0018] FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a clasp.

[0019] Hinge 79 is configured to allow hinge member 76 to swing outward, but in other embodiments a hinge member could swing inward. Notch 77 is arranged to receive hinge member 76. Securing member 79 is configured to insert in notch 77. Decorative side 59 is designed to be visible on the outside of the set of rings.

[0020] FIG. 2 is a top view illustrating the decorative side of a clasp.

[0021] Decorative side 59 is designed to be visible on the outside of the set of rings. The operable side of the clasp is obscured in this view; that is, hinge 79 configured to allow hinge member 76 to swing outward, notch 77 arranged to receive hinge member 76 and securing member 79 configured to insert in notch 77 are not visible.

[0022] FIG. 3 is a bottom view of a clasp illustrating the operative side.

[0023] Hinge 79 is configured to allow hinge member 76 to swing outward, but in other embodiments a hinge member could swing inward. Notch 77 is arranged to receive hinge member 76. Securing member 79 is configured to insert in notch 77. Decorative side 59 is obscured from view in FIG. 3.

[0024] FIG. 4 is a right side view of a closed clasp.

[0025] Hinge 79 is configured to allow hinge member 76 to swing outward, but in other embodiments a hinge member could swing inward. Notch 77 is arranged to receive hinge member 76. Securing member 79 is configured to insert in notch 77. Decorative side 59 is designed to be visible on the outside of the set of rings.

[0026] FIG. 5 is a left side view of a closed clasp.

[0027] Hinge 79 is configured to allow hinge member 76 to swing outward, but in other embodiments a hinge member could swing inward. Notch 77 is arranged to receive hinge member 76. Securing member 79 is configured to insert in notch 77. Decorative side 59 is designed to be visible on the outside of the set of rings.

[0028] FIG. 6 is a bird's eye view of a clasp from the top.

[0029] Semicircle 73 obscures both the decorative side and the operative side of the clasp. The operable side of the clasp is obscured in this view; that is, hinge 79 configured to allow hinge member 76 to swing outward, notch 77 arranged to receive hinge member 76 and securing member 79 configured to insert in notch 77 are not visible. Decorative side 59 is obscured from view.

[0030] FIG. 7 is a bird's eye view of a clasp from the bottom.

[0031] Semicircle 71 obscures both the decorative side and the operative side of the clasp. The operable side of the clasp is obscured in this view; that is, hinge 79 configured to allow hinge member 76 to swing outward, notch 77 arranged to receive hinge member 76 and securing member 79 configured to insert in notch 77 are not visible. Decorative side 59 is obscured from view.

[0032] FIG. 8 is an illustration of an open clasp.

[0033] Hinge 79 is configured to allow hinge member 76 to swing outward, but in other embodiments a hinge member could swing inward. Notch 77 is arranged to receive hinge member 76. Securing member 79 is configured to insert in notch 77. Decorative side 59 is designed to be visible on the outside of the set of rings.

[0034] FIG. 9 is an illustration of a clasp connecting two rings on a single finger.

[0035] Rings 85 are secured by the clasp of this invention. Decorative side 59 is visible. Top semicircle 73 is partially visible. Bottom semicircle 71 is partially visible. The operable side of the clasp is obscured in this view; that is, hinge 79 configured to allow hinge member 76 to swing outward, notch 77 arranged to receive hinge member 76 and securing member 79 configured to insert in notch 77 are not visible.

[0036] FIG. 10 is an illustration of a chain connected to two clasps.

[0037] By the chain 103, first complete clasp 105 is connected to second complete clasp 107. First circular member 113 is inserted into first complete clasp 105 via the opening of hinge member 76 (not shown). Links 101 are strung together in series to comprise chain 107. Second circular member 114 is inserted into second complete clasp 103 via the opening of hinge member 76 (not shown).

[0038] FIG. 11 is an illustration of a combination of the clasp and chain according to an embodiment for securing two pluralities of rings on two different fingers.

[0039] By the chain 103, first complete clasp 105 is connected to second complete clasp 107. First circular member 113 is inserted into first complete clasp 105 via the opening of hinge member 76 (not shown). Links 101 are strung together in series to comprise chain 103. Second circular member 114 is inserted into second complete clasp 107 via the opening of hinge member 76 (not shown).

[0040] A kit can also be provided with different size clasps and chains for securing rings according to their number and gauge. For example, a clasp can be provided in multiple lengths for wearing with two rings or for wearing with five rings, and further varied depending on the lengths of the rings. Each of the numbered parts described in this specification can be produced in a number of sizes, and multiple parts of different sizes can be provided according to the demands of a user.

[0041] By tailoring the specific sizes of the chains and clasps as described herein, rings on multiple fingers of different numbers and widths can be reliably secured by the clasp and the chain, providing advantages for example during athletic activities.

[0042] FIG. 12 is an illustration of a chain.

[0043] By the chain 103, two clasps can be connected. Links 101 are strung together in series to comprise chain 103. First circular member 113 can be inserted into a first complete clasp. Second circular member 114 can be inserted into a second complete clasp.

Claims

1. A device for securing a plurality of ring, comprising:two semi-elliptical members made of a solid metallic material;a notch arranged to receive a hinge member; anda hinge member,wherein the hinge member is arranged for insertion behind a plurality of rings.

2. The device according to claim 1, further comprising:second two semi-elliptical members made of a solid metallic material;a second notch arranged to receive a hinge member; anda second hinge member,wherein the second hinge member is arranged for insertion behind a plurality of rings; anda chain configured to extend from a first notch on a first clasp to a second notch on a second clasp.

3. A system for securing a plurality of rings, comprising:a first clasp securing a first plurality of two or more rings on a first finger;a second clasp securing a second plurality of two or more rings on a second finger; anda chain linking the first clasp securing the first plurality of rings and the second clasp securing the second plurality of rings.

4. The system of claim 3, further comprising a variety of clasps with different sizes for securing rings of different gauges.

5. A system for securing a plurality of rings, comprising:two or more different sizes of:two semi-elliptical members made of a solid metallic material;a notch arranged to receive a hinge member; anda hinge member,wherein the hinge member is arranged for insertion behind a plurality of rings;two or more different sizes of:second two semi-elliptical members made of a solid metallic material;a second notch arranged to receive a hinge member; anda second hinge member,wherein the second hinge member is arranged for insertion behind a plurality of rings; andtwo or more different sizes of:a chain configured to extend from a first notch on a first clasp to a second notch on a second clasp.

6. The system of claim 5, wherein 5-10 different sizes are provided.

7. The system of claim 5, wherein the sizes are measured to fit a particular user's finger.

8. The device according to claim 2, further comprising:third two semi-elliptical members made of a solid metallic material;a third notch arranged to receive a hinge member; anda third hinge member,wherein the third hinge member is arranged for insertion behind a plurality of rings; anda chain configured to extend from a second notch on a second clasp to a third notch on a third clasp.

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