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Class 40/1.5 - BADGES


Subclass of Class 40 - Card, picture, or sign exhibiting
Definition: Devices for attachment to the clothing, designed to display
No. of patents: 172
Last issue date: 11/29/2011


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NumberTitleIssue Date
8065825Badge for displaying multiple and interchangeable pieces of information
An article to be worn, such as a badge, displays indicia such as identification and advertising. The article includes a housing, a first indicia member positioned on the first indicia portion of the housing and a second indicia member positioned on the second indici...
11/29/2011
8001710Biodegradable badge
The biodegradable badge has a paper name tag placed within a translucent envelope carried by a lanyard secured to the envelope by at least one clamp. The paper name tag degrades readily. The translucent envelope shows the name tag but upon disposing of the envelope,...
08/23/2011
7980012Pocket insert badge with magnetic retention
An identification badge for placement within a pocket of a garment. The identification badge includes a first portion shaped to be received within the pocket, the first portion having a coupling member in the form of a magnet. The identification badge also includes ...
07/19/2011
7966755Name badge and compass
A combination name badge and compass includes a substantially planar substrate having a front surface that has name indicia thereon, and a rear surface and a clutch bar that includes spaced pins. The clutch bar is secured to the rear surface of the planar substrate ...
06/28/2011
7905036Holder for wearing by a user, slidably, replaceably, and visibly holding an ID card, and replaceably and visibly holding at least one specifically configured charm
A holder for wearing by a user, slidably, replaceably, and visibly holding an ID card, and replaceably and visibly holding at least one specifically configured charm. The holder includes a frame, a first apparatus allowing the holder to be worn by the user, a second...
03/15/2011
7877907Badge or decoration mounting
A thin backing first support plate, for use with one or more retention pins that attach a display decoration to a shirt or jacket fabric, comprising the plate having one or more through openings to pass the pin or pins that are also passed through the uniform fabric...
02/01/2011
7874087Removable initial patch
The present invention relates to the field of luggage identification tags, and in particular, to a removable identification patch in which indicia can be incorporated onto the patch prior to installation of the patch onto the piece of luggage. A fastening plate is p...
01/25/2011
7752782Badge for displaying multiple and interchangeable pieces of information
An article to be worn, such as a badge, displays indicia such as identification and advertising. The article includes a housing, a first indicia member positioned on the first indicia portion of the housing and a second indicia member positioned on the second indici...
07/13/2010
7587844Novelty apparatus
A novelty apparatus that includes a birthday announcement and a number of money clips to which can be attached a paper form of money. The novelty apparatus includes a base and a frame that surrounds the base, with the base being either rectangular or square in natur...
09/15/2009
7380357Promotional badge holding apparatus
A promotional apparatus for use in holding badges and other forms of identification includes a first housing, a second housing, an extendable and retractable cord that tethers the first and second housings together, and a badge holder secured to the second housing. ...
06/03/2008
7371453Decorative sheet, molded article, and motor vehicle provided with the same
A decorative sheet includes a base member, made of a resin material and having a first and a second principal surfaces opposite to each other, a decoration layer provided on the first principal surface of the base member and having a pattern area representing a pred...
05/13/2008
7336185Combination ID/tag holder
A combination ID/tag holder is disclosed. The holder comprises (i) a holder body, (ii) a first pouch for holding a traditional ID card, (iii) a second pouch for holding a tag container, (iv) a tag container, for placement in the second pouch, and (v) a tag, such as ...
02/26/2008
7325339Apparatus for positioning and mounting awards
An apparatus for displaying ribbons and badges on a garment wherein predetermined arrangements of awards can be quickly and reliably established using designated openings in a template. Using break-away portions, the template can be sized as needed and pin holes are...
02/05/2008
7327217Security methods, systems and articles of manufacture
An identification badge is shown and includes a washable worker identification badge including a photograph of a worker using the garment, wherein an image from the photograph is sublimated or printed on the badge. In one embodiment the badge includes a security dev...
02/05/2008
7308771Card holder
A card holder 1, has a body 2 which has a first face 3 and a second face, and ledge means 5, the first and second faces being at substantially opposite sides of the card holder 1, and the ledge means 5 extending around at le...
12/18/2007
7267371Written correspondence kit
A correspondence kit and method for continued and repeated mailing or sharing or exchanging of a journal between two or more participants. The kit includes a journal of blank writing pages, multiple mailing envelopes, a primary sending envelope and accessories such ...
09/11/2007
7267479Magnetic coupler for holding a magnetic pumping or mixing element in a vessel
A kit for assisting in the set-up of a fluid pumping or mixing system including a superconducting element capable of reaching a transition temperature during a field cooling process is disclosed. In one embodiment, the kit comprises at least one pumping or mixing el...
09/11/2007
7261052Way-guidance marker
A guidance marker for utilization with a fibrous web surface and providing an individual with a safe egress to an exit. The guidance marker includes a base carrying an indicator surface and at least one lock pin. The indicator surface is identifiable in the absence ...
08/28/2007
7247027Mass casualty, disaster training inflatable manikin
A mass casualty disaster training system includes a plurality of manikins (mannequins) arrangeable to simulate a plurality of victims of a mass casualty disaster, and indicia associated with the plurality of manikins indicative of predetermined physical or medical c...
07/24/2007
7228651Holder for an identification card
An identification card holder, on the front side of which a replaceable identification card can be placed. A spring-loaded yo-yo is fastened and positioned on the reverse side of the holder, such that the yo-yo remains partially or completely invisible as the card, ...
06/12/2007
7194828Badge for displaying multiple and interchangeable pieces of information
An article to be worn, such as a badge, displays indicia such as identification and advertising. The article includes a housing, a first indicia member positioned on the first indicia portion of the housing and a second indicia member positioned on the second indici...
03/27/2007
7195158Baggage identification system
A baggage identification system has a label and a key fob. The label has a front face with a distinctive design thereon, and a rear face with an adhesive thereon. A backing material attached to the adhesive on the rear face of the label is removable to expose the ad...
03/27/2007
7181879Military ribbon method and apparatus
A military ribbon method and apparatus includes a transparent panel that has a front side, a back side, an upper edge, a lower edge, a first side edge and a second side edge. A strap has a first end and a second end. The first end is attached to the bottom edge of t...
02/27/2007
7174665Media display system for ski-lift chair
A display system for displaying media on a ski-lift chair is provided. A main body portion is disclosed, having clamps to hold it to the restraint of the ski-lift chair. A plurality of frames are provided along a top surface of the body portion for holding printable...
02/13/2007
7174664Hand-held signaling device
A battery powered, hand-held signaling device having an illuminated display capable of selectively displaying illuminated indicia including the words “STOP”, “SLOW” and “GO” is privided. The illuminated indicia are preferably color-coded, whereby the wor...
02/13/2007
7137176Arrangement introduced in an electronic device for the identification of apparel goods within production chain
Arrangement in a device for identifying counterfeit apparel including a cylindrical button body (1) coupled to a circular base, (2) forming a circular space (4) housing an encapsulated assembly formed by a chip (6) and an antenna (5
11/21/2006
7103379Wearable electronic device
Disclosed is a wearable electronic device including a processing device, memory that stores organization data, a wireless receiver that receives organization data, and a display that displays organization information to a user, wherein the electronic device is subst...
09/05/2006
7096690Bracelet and pendant
A bracelet has a removable ornament that can also be worn as a necklace pendant. The bracelet includes a resilient wristband with opposed first and second ends with hooks at each end. The hooks are preferably transverse to the plane of the wristband and extend in op...
08/29/2006
7096614Military ribbon assembly
A military flat ribbon assembly includes a plurality of discrete military ribbons each including a base panel having a rear surface with one or more pegs extending therefrom. The assembly also includes a blank sheet having a rear surface and front surface with a plu...
08/29/2006
7069678Badge and badge manufacturing device
The present invention relates to a badge where it is possible to select the attachment position of attachment means such as a detachable pin while confirming orientation of a representation attached to a badge body, and a badge manufacturing device that is lightweig...
07/04/2006
7055755Illuminated badge
An illuminated badge has a plastic transparent section having an LED illuminating the transparent section. A compartment section houses a controller circuit controlling LED illumination. A battery tray holds batteries and inserts into the compartment section from th...
06/06/2006
7013493Entertainment vest with straps and toys
An article of clothing designed to also function as a traveling entertainment center, preferably for a child. The clothing may be reversible with at least one pocket, preferably eight total pockets, four on each side. Toy attachment straps can be buttoned onto each ...
03/21/2006
7013540Rotating pin clasp apparatus
A rotating pin clasp apparatus includes a base member with a cavity formed on the surface of the base member and a rod disposed in the cavity of the base member. The rod includes a recess and a pin utilized for fastening the rotating pin clasp apparatus, where a fir...
03/21/2006
7010875Medal mounting device
A medal mounting device is comprised of a ribbon with a first end folded into a narrower strip with parallel sides. A second end of the ribbon is attached to a metal clip with foldable tabs. The first end of the ribbon is inserted through a loop attached to a medal ...
03/14/2006
7003910Attachment plate of a flexible, bendable material
The attachment plate (2) is made of a flexible, bendable material. The attachment plate has two tongue shaped portions including a first tongue and a second tongue formed by a perforation in the plate so that a foot portion of each tongue shaped portion is he...
02/28/2006
6986918System and method for facilitating customer appreciation
The present invention relates to an article for association with a motor vehicle. The article may include a base, and a plurality of inserts received in the base. Each insert has at least two characteristics. The at least two characteristics of each insert causes th...
01/17/2006
6976349Method for filling and capping syringes
An inventive method, system and apparatus are provided for syringe handling, and more particularly, for syringe labeling, filling and capping operations. To facilitate syringe handling, an inventive apparatus includes a plurality of syringe bodies interconnected in ...
12/20/2005
6957507Decorative magnet and casing
A decorative magnet having lens with a generally rounded upper surface, a generally flat lower surface, and a peripheral flange. An image is adhered to the bottom surface of the lens. The lens is mounted in a base having a central recess and a flange that interlocki...
10/25/2005
6931708Interior and exterior grille inserts and method for making same
An exterior grille insert includes a central opening. An interior grille insert conforms to the shape of the interior opening of the exterior grille. The cutting of the interior opening of the exterior grille forms the interior grille. Either the interior grille or ...
08/23/2005
6929209Self-orienting retractable ID card holder
Disclosed is an automatically retracting cardholder or accessory holder which, when worn, retains and automatically reestablishes the desired orientation of the card or accessory to user. A longitudinally flexible tape is used, with a non-circular cross-sectional ge...
08/16/2005
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