EP1799062A1 - Set of rings - Google Patents

Set of rings

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EP1799062A1
EP1799062A1 EP05797141A EP05797141A EP1799062A1 EP 1799062 A1 EP1799062 A1 EP 1799062A1 EP 05797141 A EP05797141 A EP 05797141A EP 05797141 A EP05797141 A EP 05797141A EP 1799062 A1 EP1799062 A1 EP 1799062A1
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ring
assortment
rings
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baguess
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Diffusion Sa Lovekey
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A44—HABERDASHERY; JEWELLERY
    • A44C—PERSONAL ADORNMENTS, e.g. JEWELLERY; COINS
    • A44C9/00—Finger-rings
    • A44C9/02—Finger-rings adjustable
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A44—HABERDASHERY; JEWELLERY
    • A44C—PERSONAL ADORNMENTS, e.g. JEWELLERY; COINS
    • A44C9/00—Finger-rings
    • A44C9/0007—Finger-rings made of several rings
    • A44C9/0015—Finger-rings made of several rings connected or interlinked to each other
    • A44C9/0023—Finger-rings made of several rings connected or interlinked to each other in a separable way

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  • the present invention relates to the field of jewelry, in particular the field of rings, and the manufacture of jewelry by machining.
  • rings are exchanged during engagements or weddings.
  • the bridegroom or bridegroom selects similar or identical rings in order to mark their closeness. Rings are not usually unique, however, so that each partner is at least symbologically connected to buyers, often unknown, who have adopted the same ring.
  • US-A-1758447 (LH, Liebs) describes an assortment of two rings produced by dividing a ring by its slice along an arbitrary cutting line.
  • the two rings resulting from this division are intended to be worn by the two members of a couple.
  • the spouses or the fiancés can note the correspondence of the cutting line.
  • the name or surname of the two members of the couple may also be engraved astride the cutting line.
  • the two rings thus covered from the same ring necessarily have the same diameter; they can not be worn by the members of a couple whose annular diameter corresponds, which is rarely the case
  • Paired rings are also described in DE-U1 -
  • DE-U1 -8704230 (P. Tiemann) describes two related rings produced by splitting a ring having a frustoconical portion. It is thus possible to shelter two rings relatives of different diameters. The joining portion of the small diameter ring is flared, which is unattractive. Moreover, the diameter of two related rings can not be changed after manufacture. A jeweler wishing to offer this item in his assortment is therefore obliged to offer rings in many different sizes.
  • An object of the present invention is to provide rings and sets of rings to renew this custom.
  • Another object is to provide matching ring assemblies which can be adapted to finger diameters of many couples.
  • This goal is in particular achieved by means of an assortment comprising several pairs of rings, each ring having a pattern making it possible to relate it to a single other ring of said assortment. At least one ring has an interchangeable adapter to adapt its diameter to the wearer's finger.
  • the invention thus makes it possible to symbolize more strongly the unique links uniting the partners of each couple.
  • Each member of the couple is indeed linked to his partner by a related motif on his ring; no other ring can be related.
  • the two related rings thus form a unique pair in which none of the members can be replaced without breaking the patterning.
  • the adapter makes it possible to machine standard diameter ring pairs, which can be mounted on adapters to adapt their diameters to the fingers of both carriers. Ring diameter adapters are in themselves. Adaptnnus adapters do not, however, come to the related rings of a pair; in particular, the seemingly variable teachers make the mounting of the rings of a pair on standard adapters difficult or even impossible.
  • the reasons for the two related rings are not necessarily identical; in a preferred embodiment, they are even different, so that each ring is unique and provided with an individual pattern.
  • the reasons for the two rings of a pair correspond to each other in a manner that allows verification of their similarity.
  • the patterns of the two members of the pair are inverted relative to one another.
  • the two related rings of a pair are provided with raised patterns that fit into one another or abut each other, but each pattern is individual, so that a ring can only be nested in the related ring of the same pair.
  • the pairing of two rings can preferably be seen visually when the two rings are superimposed coaxially, for example when they are manufacturedeessur the same finger or on the same adapter ring. In this position, the profiles of the two related rings correspond to one another or allow the two rings to face each other against each other.
  • FIGS. 1A to 1E a pair of two related rings are both mounted on diameter matching rings, the two rings having raised patterns comprising a succession of convex and concave portions
  • Figures 2A to 2B a pair of related rings bearing relief patterns bearing male and / or female elements which fit into each other.
  • FIGS. 3A-3F a pair of two related rings are mounted on two-piece diameter adapter rings.
  • FIGS. 4A-4B a pair of two related rings are both mounted on the same diameter matching ring.
  • FIGS. 5A to 5C a ring bearing a pattern making it possible to relate it to a not shown ring, and mounted on an adapter ring with a neutral part.
  • FIGS. 6A to 6C are a pair of two non-circular related rings, all of which are mounted on diameter matching rings, the two rings having raised patterns having a succession of convex and concave portions.
  • FIGS. 7A to 7D a pair of related rings screwed onto diameter matching rings.
  • FIGS. 8A to 8F a ring intended to be related to the other ring of a pair, and slidably mounted on a diameter matching ring, so as to enable verification of the relatedness without disassembling the ring.
  • FIG. 1A illustrates in perspective a pair of related rings, for example forming part of an assortment comprising several pairs of rings which are different from one another.
  • the illustrated pair comprises two rings 1 respectively 2, each provided with a wafer 10 respectively 20 with profiles 11 and 12 corresponding to each other.
  • the rings 1 and 2 are preferably monolithic and metal, for example precious metal, the invention is however not limited to this particular choice.
  • the shape of the ring can be any and it can be provided with stones or other motifs or decorations, in particular on its outer face 15, respectively 25.
  • the two profiles 11 and 21 are constituted by a succession of convex relief portions 110, respectively 210, and concave portions 111 and 211.
  • the profiles 11 and 21 are defined by a monodimensional function f ( ⁇ ) of a single variable ⁇ corresponding for example to the angular position relative to the center of the ring.
  • Multidimensional profiles depending for example on the distance at the center of the ring, can also be envisaged; it is for example possible to use slices 10, 20 beveled with varying bevel angles along the periphery of the ring.
  • each ring is unique.
  • the number of convex or concave portions, the width or the height of these portions, as well as their shape may be variable. Prototypes have shown that even differences in dimension of depth of about one-tenth of a millimeter give rise to perceptible play during butting, making the number of possible combinations almost unlimited.
  • the chosen profile is however preferably free of discontinuities and sharp angles likely to injure the wearer of the ring and accumulate impurities.
  • the two rings 2, 3 can be easily seen when the two rings are superimposed coaxially, as shown in FIGS. 1D1.
  • the profiles 11, 21 allow the two rings to be abutted one inside the other.
  • the two seemingly interlocking motifs fit together, like two pieces of a puzzle.
  • the two prof 11 and 21 are not identical, but reversed with respect to each other.
  • the rings may also be provided with motifsappeared on their external surfaces 15, 25 or internal
  • the rings may include an inscription, a drawing, or a relief pattern reconstituted and debrandble when the two rings are superimposed corn me on the
  • the observation of the relationship between two rings can also be observed by juxtaposing two rings against each other, that is by pressing portions of external surfaces 15, 25 two rings against each other.
  • This variant makes it possible to note the relationship between two rings without removing them from two partners. It is also possible to wear a pair of related rings of this type on two adjacent fingers of the same wearer.
  • a ring may also bear one or more reasons for relating to several different surfaces.
  • the two rings can be related by matching the outer fea- ture of the smaller ring with the inner face of the larger ring. This solution is however only conceivable if the difference in diameter between the two rings of the couple is sufficient.
  • the rings 1, 2 can be custom made for each pair, depending on their finger diameter and employing at least one parameter defining the unique teacher employed.
  • pairs of standard diameter rings are manufactured in advance and intended for sale to unidentified users.
  • all the rings preferably have a radius r equal to the level of the wafer 10, 20. It is thus possible to note their relatedness more easily. Ring sets with two or more standard ring diameters may, however, also be envisaged; in this case, it is also possible to match the profiles of rings of different diameters within a pair.
  • FIGS. 1A to 1E uses adapter rings 3 and 4, respectively, to adapt the internal diameter of the rings 1 and 2 respectively to the wearer's finger.
  • the adapter rings 3, 4 are inserted inside the outer rings 1, 2 and held for example by driving, crimping, riveting, screwing, latching, welding or gluing.
  • a couple wishing to acquire a pair of rings 1, 2 therefore chooses a pair of standard radius ring with a raised pattern 11, 21 and a general pattern that occurs to him, and then reduces the radius of the two rings 1, 2 by means of rings of adaptation of internal radii depending on the diameter of the fingers of two partners.
  • the method of fixing the adapter rings preferably allows their assembly in jewelry with a minimum of tools and reducing the risk of deterioration of the appearance of the rings during the casing.
  • the adapter rings 3, 4 may be provided with abutments 31 and 41 respectively to reduce the risk of dislocation and to improve the finish of the complete ring.
  • FIGS 2A and 2B illustrate another embodiment of the invention, in which the individual pattern of each ring includes male elements 12 and / or 22.
  • the male studs 12 of a ring fit only into Iestrous blinds22. from the other ring.
  • the number, the angular position, the shape and / or the depth of the male elements and corresponding female elements are individual for each pair of related rings, so that the male elements of a ring fit only into the female elements of the related ring.
  • pins 12 are arranged on the ring 1 - for example the ring of the man - while Iestrous22 are allposspossur the other ring 22. It is naturally also possible to distribute thetrouset and the picotssur the two rings. Moreover, it is possible to use pins or other types of male and female elements on rings whose 10/20 edge is not individualized, for example on rings in which the two slices have an identical flat profile.
  • FIGS. 3A to 3 Figure a variant of the invention in which the two rings 1 or 2 respectively of a pair are mounted on adapter rings 3, 5 or 4, respectively, consisting of two threaded parts screwed to one another through the rings
  • the references 30, 40, 50, 60 illustrate the internal or external threads of different parts.
  • the ring 1 or 2 can preferably be rotated between a first stop (31, respectively 61) connected to the first part (3 respectively 6 and a second stop (41, respectively 51) connected to the second part (4 respectively 5), the stops limiting the lateral displacement of the rings 1, 2.
  • This variant has the advantage of avoiding the contact between the profs i 0, 20 and the skin of the wearer, it is thus possible to use prof les more point us without risk of injury.
  • the assembly or disassembly of the ring on the adapter ring is f acility.
  • FIGs 4A and 4B illustrate a variant of the invention in which the two rings 1, 2 relatedéa same pair are carried on the same finger and mountedon the same adapter ring, here an adapter ring consisting of two parts 7, 8 linked to each other by means of threads 70, 80.
  • This solution is suitable for example for a single person who is still looking for the soul mate, or for a widow / widower who wishes to keep the memory of the lost spouse .
  • the two partners exchange one element of their pairs and reconstitute a complete two-color or bimetallic pair that they can wear on the same finger.
  • each ring can be related to two rings of an assortment.
  • FIGS. 5A-5C illustrate a variant of the invention in which each ring 1, 2 is mounted with a neutral counterpart 9, 9 'on a coupling ring 7, 8 respectively 7', 8 ', here a two-part ring.
  • the rings i, 2 are individual and each provided with a single teacher.
  • the counterparts 9, 9 ' are however interchangeable and exist in a limited number of embodiments.
  • This solution is for example adapted to a single person who acquires the pair of rings of Figure 4 with the adapter ring to wear two rings of this pair. When he meets the soul mate, he gives him a half of his ring with a suitable matching ring, and replaces the half-ring offered by a standard counterpart 9 or 9 '.
  • Figures 6A to 6B illustrate an embodiment of the invention in which the two rings 1, 2 have a non-circular shape, here a square outer shape.
  • the rings are mounted around adapter rings 3, 4 whose external shape is compatible with the internal shape of the ring 1, 2, and the diameter of the central hole adapted to the wearer's finger.
  • Other types of rings, including fancy rings or stones, are possible within the scope of the invention.
  • SFPA igures7A-7D illustrate one embodiment of the invention wherein lesdeux rings'!, 2 of a pair are screwed on the corresponding baguesd'adaptation
  • An O-ring 32 respectively 42 is arranged between the ring and the adapter ring in order to control the torque required to unscrew the ring
  • An annular stop on each adapter ring prevents insertion or extraction of the ring from one side of the adapter ring.
  • FIGS. 5A to 8D illustrate an embodiment of the invention in which at least one of the rings i of a related pair is slidably mounted on the corresponding matching ring 3.
  • An inner stop 16 on the ring 1 limits the amplitude of the displacement in the direction of approximation of the two rings.
  • the stop 34 can be disassembled to assemble or remove the ring 1 of its adapter ring 3.
  • Desjointstoriques32 further allow to control the coefficient of friction between the ring and the adapter ring, so as to avoid undesirable displacements.
  • the ring is shown in the closed position on the FIGS.
  • the open position, in which the joints are hidden, is used to wear the ring daily; the ring 1 will be moved to the closed position to check the match with other rings.
  • the two individual rings of a pair are preferably sold simultaneously, for example in the same jewelry store. They can be linked to each other at the time of sale by a suitable packaging, housing or display, to limit the risk that the two members of a pair are separated from one another and mixed among non-compatible rings of an assortment.
  • the two rings 1, 2 are mechanically bonded to one another, for example by gluing with wax, another adhesive that is easy to clean, or a zone to be broken. At the time of the exchange of the rings, the two partners must then break this link to separate the two rings that they will carry each one of their side.
  • each ring with a number or a code to easily find the corresponding partner.
  • the two related rings of the same pair may for example bear the same code supplemented by a letter or an item of information that allows them to be differentiated.
  • the number or code may be engraved inside the ring, or delicately marked on a portion of the ring or on a label.
  • the code is indicated on a certificate provided to the purchaser, or stored in a database, so that it can be found even in case of loss of the associated ring.
  • the code preferably contains the machining parameters of the personal profile 11, 21 of the ring, or allows in any case to find these parameters. It is thus possible to remanufacture a ring 1, 2 lost at any time from this number or code, or replace a ring with a more modern ring without losing compatibility with the anterior ring.
  • the individual pattern of each ring is constituted by a single insert mounted on a standard ring. It is thus possible to manufacture pairs of individual pieces, two-to-two pairs, and fixed by means of conquest on rings of variable diameters adapted to different finger diameters.
  • the rings or jewels of the invention are preferably housed by numerically controlled machines executing a cutting program.
  • the cutting program determines the individual skill of each jewel 1, 2 successive, so that each jewel has a prof it in relief to relate it with only one other jewel product.
  • the teacher 11, 21 generated for each pair of jewel depends on at least one parameter of the cutting program different for each jewel.
  • the successive parameters are generated by a mathematical series, for example a semi-random number generator generating a sufficient or even infinite series of different numbers, or from a predefined table of numbers that are different from each other, or from date and time of manufacture.
  • the profiles 11, 21 of a pair are determined using parameters making it possible to identify only each pair, for example from the name of the two members of the couple, and / or their date of birth, and / or their sign and astrological ascendant, etc. This variant, however, requires that these parameters are known before the manufacture of the jewel or the personalized pattern of the jewel.
  • the jewelry can also be implemented using several cutting machines employing the same cutting program with different parameter sequences.
  • the different machines may use an identical pseudo-random number generator initialized with a different seed value on each machine.

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Abstract

A set consisting of several pairs of rings (1, 2), wherein each ring has a single raised pattern (11, 21 ) enabling it to fit together with one other ring of the set. The raised pattern is, for example, arranged on the edge (10, 20) of each ring. The ring is mounted on an adaptation ring (3, 4) so that it can be adapted to the diameter of the wearer's finger. The individual ring pairs are manufactured with the aid of a cutting program on a digitally controlled machine.

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Assortiment de bagues Assortment of rings
La présente invention concerne le domaine des bijoux, en particulier le domaine des bagues, ainsi que la fabrication des bijoux par usinage.The present invention relates to the field of jewelry, in particular the field of rings, and the manufacture of jewelry by machining.
De nombreux pays connaissent la coutume des baguesou alliances portées par lesdeux membresd'un couple et destinéesà symboliser leur union. Des bagues sont par exemple échangées lorsde fiançaillesou de mariages. Lesfiancés ou époux choisissent alors f réquemment des bagues similaires ou identiques af in de marquer leur rapprochement. Les bagues ne sont cependant généralement pas uniques, en sorte que chaque partenaire est lié au moinssymboliquement à des acheteurs, souvent inconnus, ayant adopté la même bague.Many countries know the custom of rings or wedding rings worn by the two members of a couple and intended to symbolize their union. For example, rings are exchanged during engagements or weddings. The bridegroom or bridegroom then selects similar or identical rings in order to mark their closeness. Rings are not usually unique, however, so that each partner is at least symbologically connected to buyers, often unknown, who have adopted the same ring.
US-A-1758447 (LH. Liebs) décrit un assortiment de deux bagues produites en partageant un anneau par sa tranche selon une ligne de découpe arbitraire. Lesdeux bagues résultant de cette division sont destinéesà être portées par lesdeux membresd'un couple. En juxtaposant lesdeux bagues, les époux ou lesf iancés peuvent constater la correspondance de la ligne de découpe. Le nom ou le prénom desdeux membresdu couple peut en outre être gravé à cheval sur la ligne de découpe.US-A-1758447 (LH, Liebs) describes an assortment of two rings produced by dividing a ring by its slice along an arbitrary cutting line. The two rings resulting from this division are intended to be worn by the two members of a couple. By juxtaposing the two rings, the spouses or the fiancés can note the correspondence of the cutting line. The name or surname of the two members of the couple may also be engraved astride the cutting line.
Lesdeux bagues ainsi f abriquéesà partir d'un même anneau ont nécessairement le même diamètre ; elles ne peuvent donc être portéesque par les membresd'un couple dont le diamètre des annulaires correspond, ce qui est rarement le casThe two rings thus covered from the same ring necessarily have the same diameter; they can not be worn by the members of a couple whose annular diameter corresponds, which is rarely the case
Des pairesde bagues apparentées sont aussi décritesdans DE-U1 -Paired rings are also described in DE-U1 -
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Sur le même principe, DE-U1 -8704230 (P. Tiemann) décrit deux bagues apparentées produites en scindant un anneau comportant une portion tronconique. Il est ainsi possible de f abriquer deux bagues apparentées de diamètre différent. La portion de jonction de la bague de petit diamètre est évasée, ce qui est peu esthétique. Par ailleurs, le diamètre desdeux bagues apparentées ne peut plus être modifié après fabrication. Un bijoutier souhaitant off rir cet article dansson assortiment est donc tenu d'off rir des baguesapparentéesdansde nombreuses corn binai sons de tailles possiblesOn the same principle, DE-U1 -8704230 (P. Tiemann) describes two related rings produced by splitting a ring having a frustoconical portion. It is thus possible to shelter two rings relatives of different diameters. The joining portion of the small diameter ring is flared, which is unattractive. Moreover, the diameter of two related rings can not be changed after manufacture. A jeweler wishing to offer this item in his assortment is therefore obliged to offer rings in many different sizes.
Un but de la présente invention est de proposer des bagues et des assortiments de bagues permettant de renouveler cette coutume.An object of the present invention is to provide rings and sets of rings to renew this custom.
Un autre but est de proposer desassortimentsde bagues apparentéesqui peuvent être adaptées aux diamètres de doigtsde nombreux couples.Another object is to provide matching ring assemblies which can be adapted to finger diameters of many couples.
Selon l'invention, ces butssont atteints notamment au moyen d'un assortiment de bagues comportant les caractéristiques de la revendication principale, des modesde réalisation préf érentielsétant indiquésdans les revendications dépendantesAccording to the invention, these objects are achieved in particular by means of an assortment of rings having the features of the main claim, preferrelive embodiments being indicated in the dependent claims
Ce but est en particulier atteint au moyen d'un assortiment comportant plusieurs pairesde bagues, chaque bague comportant un motif permettant de l'apparenter à une seule autre bague dudit assortiment. Au moins une bague comporte un adaptateur interchangeable pour adapter son diamètre au doigt du porteur.This goal is in particular achieved by means of an assortment comprising several pairs of rings, each ring having a pattern making it possible to relate it to a single other ring of said assortment. At least one ring has an interchangeable adapter to adapt its diameter to the wearer's finger.
L'invention permet ainsi de symboliser de manière plusforte les liens uniques unissant les partenairesde chaque couple. Chaque membre du couple est en effet lié à son partenaire par un motif apparenté sur sa bague ; aucune autre bague ne peut être apparentée. Lesdeux bagues apparentéesf orment ainsi un couple unique dans lequel aucun des membres ne peut être remplacé sans rompre l'apparentement des motifs.The invention thus makes it possible to symbolize more strongly the unique links uniting the partners of each couple. Each member of the couple is indeed linked to his partner by a related motif on his ring; no other ring can be related. The two related rings thus form a unique pair in which none of the members can be replaced without breaking the patterning.
L'adaptateur permet d'usiner des pairesde bague de diamètre standards, qui peuvent être montées sur des adaptateurs pour adapter leursdiamètresaux doigtsdesdeux porteurs. Des adaptateurs de diamètresde bague sont ∞nnus en soi. Les adaptateursde type ∞nnus ne ∞nviennent cependant pas aux bagues apparentéesd'une paire ; en particulier, les prof ilsd'apparentement variables rendent le montage des baguesd'une paire sur des adaptateurs standardsdifficile ou même impossible.The adapter makes it possible to machine standard diameter ring pairs, which can be mounted on adapters to adapt their diameters to the fingers of both carriers. Ring diameter adapters are in themselves. Adaptnnus adapters do not, however, come to the related rings of a pair; in particular, the seemingly variable teachers make the mounting of the rings of a pair on standard adapters difficult or even impossible.
Les motifsdesdeux bagues apparentées ne sont pas nécessairement identiques ; dans une variante préférentielle, ilssont même différents, en sorte que chaque bague est unique et munie d'un motif individuel. Les motifsdesdeux baguesd'un couple correspondent toutefois l'un à l'autre d'une manière qui permette la vérification de leur apparentement. Dans une variante, les motifsdesdeux membresdu couple sont inversés l'un par rapport à l'autre.The reasons for the two related rings are not necessarily identical; in a preferred embodiment, they are even different, so that each ring is unique and provided with an individual pattern. The reasons for the two rings of a pair, however, correspond to each other in a manner that allows verification of their similarity. In a variant, the patterns of the two members of the pair are inverted relative to one another.
Dans un mode de réalisation de l'invention, lesdeux bagues apparentéesd'un couple sont muniesde motifs en relief qui s'emboîtent l'un dans l'autre ou s'aboutent l'un contre l'autre, chaque motif étant cependant individuel, en sorte qu'une bague peut uniquement être emboîtée dans la bague apparentée de la même paire.In one embodiment of the invention, the two related rings of a pair are provided with raised patterns that fit into one another or abut each other, but each pattern is individual, so that a ring can only be nested in the related ring of the same pair.
L'apparentement de deux bagues peut de préférence être constaté visuellement lorsque lesdeux bagues sont superposées coaxialement, par exemple lorsqu'ellessont enfiléessur un même doigt ou sur une même bague d'adaptation. Danscette position, les profilsdesdeux bagues apparentées correspondent l'un à l'autre ou permettent l'aboutage desdeux bagues l'une contre l'autre.The pairing of two rings can preferably be seen visually when the two rings are superimposed coaxially, for example when they are donnéeessur the same finger or on the same adapter ring. In this position, the profiles of the two related rings correspond to one another or allow the two rings to face each other against each other.
L'invention sera mieux comprise à la lecture d'exemplesde mise en œuvre illustrés par lesf iguresqui montrent :The invention will be better understood on reading examples of implementation illustrated by the figures which show:
Lesf igures iA à 1 E une paire de deux bagues apparentéestoutes deux montées sur des baguesd'adaptation de diamètre, lesdeux bagues comportant des motifs en relief comportant une succession de portions convexes et concaves Lesfigures2A à 2B une paire de bagues apparentées ∞mportant des motifsen reliefs∞mportant des éléments mâles et/ou femellesqui s'emboîtent l'un dans l'autre.FIGS. 1A to 1E a pair of two related rings are both mounted on diameter matching rings, the two rings having raised patterns comprising a succession of convex and concave portions Figures 2A to 2B a pair of related rings bearing relief patterns bearing male and / or female elements which fit into each other.
Lesf igures3A à 3F une paire de deux bagues apparentéestoutes deux montéessur des baguesd'adaptation de diamètre en deux parties.FIGS. 3A-3F a pair of two related rings are mounted on two-piece diameter adapter rings.
Lesf igures4A à 4B une paire de deux bagues apparentéestoutes deux montéessur la même bague d'adaptation de diamètre.FIGS. 4A-4B a pair of two related rings are both mounted on the same diameter matching ring.
Lesf iguresδA à 5C une bague ∞mportant un motif permettant de l'apparenter à une bague non représentée, et montée sur une bague d'adaptation avec une ∞ntrepartie neutre.FIGS. 5A to 5C a ring bearing a pattern making it possible to relate it to a not shown ring, and mounted on an adapter ring with a neutral part.
Lesf iguresδA à 6C une paire de deux bagues apparentées non circulaires, toutesdeux montéessur des baguesd'adaptation de diamètre, lesdeux bagues comportant des motifsen relief comportant une succession de portions convexes et concaves.FIGS. 6A to 6C are a pair of two non-circular related rings, all of which are mounted on diameter matching rings, the two rings having raised patterns having a succession of convex and concave portions.
Lesf igures7A à 7D une paire de bagues apparentées vissées sur des baguesd'adaptation de diamètre.FIGS. 7A to 7D a pair of related rings screwed onto diameter matching rings.
Lesf iguresδA à 8F une bague destinée à être apparentée avec l'autre bague d'une paire, et montée de manière coulissante sur une bague d'adaptation de diamètre, de manière à permettre la vérif ication de l'apparentement sansdémonter la bague.FIGS. 8A to 8F a ring intended to be related to the other ring of a pair, and slidably mounted on a diameter matching ring, so as to enable verification of the relatedness without disassembling the ring.
La figure 1 A illustre en perspective une paire de bagues apparentées, faisant par exemple partie d'un assortiment comportant plusieurs pairesde baguestoutesdifférentes les unesdes autres. La paire illustrée comprend deux bagues 1 respectivement 2, munies chacune d'une tranche 10 respectivement 20 avec des prof ils 11 et 12 correspondant l'un à l'autre. Les bagues 1 et 2 sont de préférence monolithiques et en métal, par exemple en métal précieux, l'invention n'étant cependant pas limitée à ce choix particulier. La forme de la bague peut être quelconque et elle peut être munie de pierresou d'autres motifs ou décorations, notamment sur sa face externe 15, respectivement 25.FIG. 1A illustrates in perspective a pair of related rings, for example forming part of an assortment comprising several pairs of rings which are different from one another. The illustrated pair comprises two rings 1 respectively 2, each provided with a wafer 10 respectively 20 with profiles 11 and 12 corresponding to each other. The rings 1 and 2 are preferably monolithic and metal, for example precious metal, the invention is however not limited to this particular choice. The shape of the ring can be any and it can be provided with stones or other motifs or decorations, in particular on its outer face 15, respectively 25.
Lesdeux profils 11 et 21 sont constitués par une succession de portions en reliefs convexes 110, respectivement 210, et de portions concaves 111 , respectivement 211. Dans l'exemple illustré, les profils 11 et 21 sont définis par une f onction monodimensionnelle f (Θ) d'une seule variable Θ correspondant par exemple à la position angulaire par rapport au centre de la bague. Des profils multidimensionnels, dépendant par exemple de la distance au centre de la bague, peuvent aussi être envisagés ; il est par exemple possible d'employer des tranches 10, 20 biseautées avec des anglesde biseautage variables le long de la périphérie de la bague.The two profiles 11 and 21 are constituted by a succession of convex relief portions 110, respectively 210, and concave portions 111 and 211. In the example illustrated, the profiles 11 and 21 are defined by a monodimensional function f (Θ ) of a single variable Θ corresponding for example to the angular position relative to the center of the ring. Multidimensional profiles, depending for example on the distance at the center of the ring, can also be envisaged; it is for example possible to use slices 10, 20 beveled with varying bevel angles along the periphery of the ring.
Le motif en relief sur la tranche de chaque bague est unique. Par exemple, le nombre de portionsconvexes ou concaves, la largeur ou la hauteur de ces portions, ainsi que leur forme peuvent être variables Des prototypes ont permisde constater que même desdifférencesde dimension de prof il de l'ordre du dixième de millimètre donnent lieu à un jeu perceptible lorsde l'aboutement, rendant le nombre de combinaison possibles presque illimité. Le profil choisi est cependant de préférence dépourvu de discontinuités et d'angles vifs susceptibles de blesser le porteur de la bague et d'accumuler desimpuretés.The embossed pattern on the edge of each ring is unique. For example, the number of convex or concave portions, the width or the height of these portions, as well as their shape may be variable. Prototypes have shown that even differences in dimension of depth of about one-tenth of a millimeter give rise to perceptible play during butting, making the number of possible combinations almost unlimited. The chosen profile is however preferably free of discontinuities and sharp angles likely to injure the wearer of the ring and accumulate impurities.
L'apparentement desdeux bagues2, 3 peut être constaté facilement lorsque lesdeux bagues sont superposées coaxialement, comme illustré sur lesfigures i Cet 1 D. Dans cette position, les prof ils 11 , 21 permettent l'aboutement desdeux bagues l'une dans l'autre, lesdeux motifsapparentéss'emboîtant sansjeu l'un contre l'autre, à la manière de deux piècesd'un puzzle. Lesdeux prof ils 11 et 21 ne sont donc pas identiques, mais inversés l'un par rapport à l'autre.The two rings 2, 3 can be easily seen when the two rings are superimposed coaxially, as shown in FIGS. 1D1. In this position, the profiles 11, 21 allow the two rings to be abutted one inside the other. the two seemingly interlocking motifs fit together, like two pieces of a puzzle. The two prof 11 and 21 are not identical, but reversed with respect to each other.
Les bagues peuvent également être muniesde motifsapparentés sur leurs faces extern es 15, 25 ou internes Par exemple, les bagues peuvent comporter une inscription, un dessin, ou un motif en relief reconstitué et déchiff rable lorsque lesdeux bagues sont superposées corn me sur les figures 1 Cet 1 D. Dans une autre variante, la constatation de l'apparentement entre deux bagues peut aussi être constatée en juxtaposant deux bagues l'une contre l'autre, c'est-à-dire en appuyant des portionsdessurfacesexternes 15, 25 desdeux bagues l'une contre l'autre. Cette variante permet de constater l'apparentement entre deux bagues sans les retirer desdoigtsdesdeux partenaires. Il est aussi possible de porter une paire de bagues apparentéesde cette f açon sur deux doigts voisinsdu même porteur. Une bague peut aussi porter un ou des motifs d'apparentement sur plusieurssurfacesdistinctes.The rings may also be provided with motifsappeared on their external surfaces 15, 25 or internal For example, the rings may include an inscription, a drawing, or a relief pattern reconstituted and decifrable when the two rings are superimposed corn me on the In another variant, the observation of the relationship between two rings can also be observed by juxtaposing two rings against each other, that is by pressing portions of external surfaces 15, 25 two rings against each other. This variant makes it possible to note the relationship between two rings without removing them from two partners. It is also possible to wear a pair of related rings of this type on two adjacent fingers of the same wearer. A ring may also bear one or more reasons for relating to several different surfaces.
Dans une autre variante, l'apparentement desdeux bagues peut être constaté en faisant correspondre la f ace externe de la plus petite bague avec la face interne de la plusgrande bague. Cette solution n'est cependant envisageable que si la diff érence de diamètre entre lesdeux baguesdu couple est suff isante.In another variant, the two rings can be related by matching the outer fea- ture of the smaller ring with the inner face of the larger ring. This solution is however only conceivable if the difference in diameter between the two rings of the couple is sufficient.
Les bagues 1 , 2 peuvent être fabriquées sur mesure pour chaque couple, en fonction de leur diamètre de doigt et en employant au moins un paramètre définissant le prof il unique employé. Dans un mode de réalisation préf érentiel, des pairesde baguesde diamètre standard sont fabriquéesà l'avance et destinéesà la vente à des utilisateurs non identif iés Dansce cas, toutes les bagues ont de préférence un rayon r égal au niveau de la tranche 10, 20. Il est ainsi possible de constater leur apparentement plusfacilement. Des assortiments de bague comportant deux ou plusieursdiamètresde bague standards peuvent cependant aussi être envisagées ; dansce cas, il est aussi possible dé faire correspondre des prof ilsde baguesde diamètresdifférentsau sein d'une paire.The rings 1, 2 can be custom made for each pair, depending on their finger diameter and employing at least one parameter defining the unique teacher employed. In a preferred embodiment, pairs of standard diameter rings are manufactured in advance and intended for sale to unidentified users. In this case, all the rings preferably have a radius r equal to the level of the wafer 10, 20. It is thus possible to note their relatedness more easily. Ring sets with two or more standard ring diameters may, however, also be envisaged; in this case, it is also possible to match the profiles of rings of different diameters within a pair.
La variante illustrée sur lesf igures iA à 1 E emploie des bagues d'adaptation 3 respectivement 4 pour adapter le diamètre interne des bagues 1 respectivement 2 au doigt du porteur. Les baguesd'adaptation 3, 4 sont inséréesà l'intérieur des bagues externes 1 , 2 et maintenues par exemple par chassage, sertissage, rivetage, vissage, encliquetage, soudage ou collage. Un couple souhaitant acquérir une paire de bagues 1 , 2 choisit donc une paire de bague de rayon standard avec un motif en relief individuel 11 , 21 et un motif général qui lui ∞nvient, puis réduit le rayon des deux bagues 1 , 2 au moyen de baguesd'adaptation de rayons internes dépendant du diamètre desdoigtsdesdeux partenaires. Le mode de fixation des baguesd'adaptation permet de préf érence leur montage en bijouterie avec un minimum d'outillage et en réduisant le risque de détérioration de l'aspect des bagues lorsde l'emboîtage. Les bagues d'adaptation 3, 4 peuvent être muniesde butées31 , respectivement 41 pour réduire le risque de déboîtage et améliorer la f inition de la bague complète.The variant illustrated in FIGS. 1A to 1E uses adapter rings 3 and 4, respectively, to adapt the internal diameter of the rings 1 and 2 respectively to the wearer's finger. The adapter rings 3, 4 are inserted inside the outer rings 1, 2 and held for example by driving, crimping, riveting, screwing, latching, welding or gluing. A couple wishing to acquire a pair of rings 1, 2 therefore chooses a pair of standard radius ring with a raised pattern 11, 21 and a general pattern that occurs to him, and then reduces the radius of the two rings 1, 2 by means of rings of adaptation of internal radii depending on the diameter of the fingers of two partners. The method of fixing the adapter rings preferably allows their assembly in jewelry with a minimum of tools and reducing the risk of deterioration of the appearance of the rings during the casing. The adapter rings 3, 4 may be provided with abutments 31 and 41 respectively to reduce the risk of dislocation and to improve the finish of the complete ring.
Lesf igures2A et 2B illustrent un autre mode de réalisation de l'invention, dans lequel le motif individuel de chaque bague comporte des éléments mâles 12 et/ou f emelles 22. Les picots mâles 12 d'une bague s'insèrent uniquement dans Iestrous borgnesfemelles22 de l'autre bague.Figures 2A and 2B illustrate another embodiment of the invention, in which the individual pattern of each ring includes male elements 12 and / or 22. The male studs 12 of a ring fit only into Iestrous blinds22. from the other ring.
Le nombre, la position angulaire, la forme et/ou la profondeur des éléments mâles et des élémentsfemellescorrespondantssont individuels pour chaque paire de bagues apparentées, en sorte que les éléments mâlesd'une bague s'insèrent uniquement dans les éléments femellesde la bague apparentée.The number, the angular position, the shape and / or the depth of the male elements and corresponding female elements are individual for each pair of related rings, so that the male elements of a ring fit only into the female elements of the related ring.
Dans l'exemple illustré tous les picots 12 sont disposés sur la bague 1 - par exemple la bague de l'homme - tandisque Iestrous22 sont tousdisposéssur l'autre bague 22. Il est naturellement aussi possible de répartir lestrouset les picotssur lesdeux bagues. Par ailleurs, il est possible d'utiliser des picots ou d'autrestypesd'éléments mâles et femelles sur des baguesdont la tranche 10/20 n'est pasindividualisée, par exemple sur des baguesdont lesdeux tranches ont un prof il plat identique.In the example shown all the pins 12 are arranged on the ring 1 - for example the ring of the man - while Iestrous22 are allposspossur the other ring 22. It is naturally also possible to distribute thetrouset and the picotssur the two rings. Moreover, it is possible to use pins or other types of male and female elements on rings whose 10/20 edge is not individualized, for example on rings in which the two slices have an identical flat profile.
Lesf igures3A à 3Fillustrent une variante de l'invention dans laquelle lesdeux bagues 1 respectivement 2 d'un couple sont montées sur des baguesd'adaptation 3, 5 respectivement 4, 6 constituéesde deux pièces filetées vissées l'une à l'autre au traversdes bagues Les références 30, 40, 50, 60 illustrent lesfiletagesinternes ou externesdesdiff érentes pièces. La bague 1 respectivement 2 peut de préférence être pivotée entre une première butée (31 , respectivement 61 ) liée à la première partie (3 respectivement 6 et une deuxième butée (41 , respectivement 51 ) liée à la deuxième partie (4 respectivement 5), les butées limitant le déplacement latéral des bagues 1 , 2. Cette variante a l'avantage d'éviter le contact entre lesf lancs prof ilés i O, 20 et la peau du porteur ; il est ainsi possible d'utiliser des prof ils plus point us sans risque de blessure. Par ailleurs, le montage ou démontage de la bague sur l'anneau d'adaptation est f acilité.FIGS. 3A to 3Figure a variant of the invention in which the two rings 1 or 2 respectively of a pair are mounted on adapter rings 3, 5 or 4, respectively, consisting of two threaded parts screwed to one another through the rings The references 30, 40, 50, 60 illustrate the internal or external threads of different parts. The ring 1 or 2 can preferably be rotated between a first stop (31, respectively 61) connected to the first part (3 respectively 6 and a second stop (41, respectively 51) connected to the second part (4 respectively 5), the stops limiting the lateral displacement of the rings 1, 2. This variant has the advantage of avoiding the contact between the profs i 0, 20 and the skin of the wearer, it is thus possible to use prof les more point us without risk of injury.In addition, the assembly or disassembly of the ring on the adapter ring is f acility.
Lesf igures4A et 4B illustrent une variante de l'invention dans laquelle lesdeux bagues 1 , 2 apparentéesd'une même paire sont portées sur le même doigt et montéessur une même bague d'adaptation, ici une bague d'adaptation constituéesde deux pièces 7, 8 liées l'une à l'autre au moyen de filetages 70, 80. Cette solution est appropriée par exemple pour un / une célibataire qui cherche encore l'âme sœur, ou pour un veuf / une veuve qui souhaite garder le souvenir du conjoint perdu. Dans une variante, il est aussi possible de réaliser deux pairesde bagues 1 , 2 avec des prof ils H , 21 identiquesdeux à deux, mais par exemple dansdes couleurs ou des matériaux différents. Lorsdesfiançaillesou du mariage, lesdeux conjointséchangent un élément de leurs paireset reconstituent une paire bicolore ou bimétallique complète qu'ils peuvent porter sur le même doigt. Dans ce casde figure, chaque bague peut donc être apparentée à deux baguesd'un assortiment.Figures 4A and 4B illustrate a variant of the invention in whichthe two rings 1, 2 relatedéa same pair are carried on the same finger and mountedon the same adapter ring, here an adapter ring consisting of two parts 7, 8 linked to each other by means of threads 70, 80. This solution is suitable for example for a single person who is still looking for the soul mate, or for a widow / widower who wishes to keep the memory of the lost spouse . In a variant, it is also possible to produce two pairs of rings 1, 2 with profiles H, 21 which are identical to those of two, but for example in different colors or materials. During the engagement or marriage, the two partners exchange one element of their pairs and reconstitute a complete two-color or bimetallic pair that they can wear on the same finger. In this case, each ring can be related to two rings of an assortment.
Lesf iguresδA à 5Cillustrent une variante de l'invention dans laquelle chaque bague 1 , 2 est montée avec une contrepartie neutre 9, 9' sur une bague d'accouplement 7, 8 respectivement 7', 8', ici une bague en deux parties. Les bagues i , 2 sont individuelleset munies chacune d'un prof il unique. Les contreparties9, 9' sont en revanche interchangeables et existent en un nombre limité de modesde réalisation. Cette solution est par exemple adaptée à un célibataire qui acquiert la paire de baguesde la figure 4 avec la bague d'adaptation permettant de porter lesdeux bagues de cette paire. Lorsqu'il rencontre l'âme sœur, il lui off re une moitié de sa bague avec un anneau d'adaptation approprié, et remplace la demi-bague offerte par une contrepartie standard 9 ou 9'. Lesf iguresδA à 6B illustrent un mode de réalisation de l'invention dans lequel les deux bagues 1 , 2 ont une f orme non circulaire, ici une forme externe carrée. Les bagues sont montées autour de bagues d'adaptation 3, 4 dont la forme externe est compatible avec la forme interne de la bague 1 , 2, et le diamètre du trou central adapté au doigt du porteur. D'autresf ormesde bagues, y comprisdes baguesde f orme fantaisie ou muniesde pierres, sont envisageablesdans le cadre de l'invention.FIGS. 5A-5C illustrate a variant of the invention in which each ring 1, 2 is mounted with a neutral counterpart 9, 9 'on a coupling ring 7, 8 respectively 7', 8 ', here a two-part ring. The rings i, 2 are individual and each provided with a single teacher. The counterparts 9, 9 'are however interchangeable and exist in a limited number of embodiments. This solution is for example adapted to a single person who acquires the pair of rings of Figure 4 with the adapter ring to wear two rings of this pair. When he meets the soul mate, he gives him a half of his ring with a suitable matching ring, and replaces the half-ring offered by a standard counterpart 9 or 9 '. Figures 6A to 6B illustrate an embodiment of the invention in which the two rings 1, 2 have a non-circular shape, here a square outer shape. The rings are mounted around adapter rings 3, 4 whose external shape is compatible with the internal shape of the ring 1, 2, and the diameter of the central hole adapted to the wearer's finger. Other types of rings, including fancy rings or stones, are possible within the scope of the invention.
Lesf igures7A à 7D illustrent un mode de réalisation de l'invention dans lequel lesdeux bagues "! , 2 d'une paire sont vissées sur les baguesd'adaptation correspondantes Un joint torique 32 respectivement 42 est disposé entre la bague et la bague d'adaptation, de manière à contrôler le couple nécessaire pour dévisser la bague. Une butée annulaire sur chaque bague d'adaptation prévient l'introduction ou l'extraction de la bague depuis l'un descôtésde la bague d'adaptation.SFPA igures7A-7D illustrate one embodiment of the invention wherein lesdeux rings'!, 2 of a pair are screwed on the corresponding baguesd'adaptation An O-ring 32 respectively 42 is arranged between the ring and the adapter ring in order to control the torque required to unscrew the ring An annular stop on each adapter ring prevents insertion or extraction of the ring from one side of the adapter ring.
Lesf iguresδA à δFillustrent un mode de réalisation de l'invention dans lequel au moins une des bagues i d'une paire apparentée est montée de manière coulissante sur la bague d'adaptation 3 correspondante. Une butée intérieure 16 sur la bague 1 limite l'amplitude du déplacement dans la direction de rapprochement desdeux bagues. Une autre butée amovible 34, vissée sur la bague d'adaptation 3, limite l'amplitude de déplacement dans la direction opposée. La butée 34 peut être démontée pour assembler ou retirer la bague 1 de sa bague d'adaptation 3. Desjointstoriques32 permettent en outre de contrôler le coefficient de f rottement entre la bague et la bague d'adaptation, de manière à éviter des déplacements indésirables. La bague est représentée en position f ermée sur lesf iguresδA, 8D et 8F, et en position ouverte sur lesf iguresδB, 8Eet 8C. La position ouverte, dans laquelle lesjointssont cachés, est utilisée pour porter la bague au quotidien ; la bague 1 sera déplacée en position f ermée pour vérifier l'apparentement avecd'autres bagues. Lesdeux bagues individuellesd'une paire sont de préf érence vendues simultanément, par exemple dans la même bijouterie. Elles peuvent être liées l'une à l'autre lorsde la vente par un emballage, un boîtier ou un présentoir approprié, permettant de limiter le risque que les deux membresd'une paire soient séparés l'un de l'autre et mélangés parmi des bagues non compatiblesd'un assortiment. Dans une variante, lesdeux bagues 1 , 2 sont liées mécaniquement l'une à l'autre, par exemple par collage au moyen de cire, d'une autre colle f acile à nettoyer, ou d'une zone à briser. Au moment de l'échange des bagues, lesdeux partenairesdoivent alors briser ce lien pour séparer lesdeux baguesqu'ils porteront chacun de leur côté.FIGS. 5A to 8D illustrate an embodiment of the invention in which at least one of the rings i of a related pair is slidably mounted on the corresponding matching ring 3. An inner stop 16 on the ring 1 limits the amplitude of the displacement in the direction of approximation of the two rings. Another removable abutment 34, screwed onto the adapter ring 3, limits the amplitude of displacement in the opposite direction. The stop 34 can be disassembled to assemble or remove the ring 1 of its adapter ring 3. Desjointstoriques32 further allow to control the coefficient of friction between the ring and the adapter ring, so as to avoid undesirable displacements. The ring is shown in the closed position on the FIGS. 8A, 8D and 8F, and in the open position on the FIGS. 8B, 8E and 8C. The open position, in which the joints are hidden, is used to wear the ring daily; the ring 1 will be moved to the closed position to check the match with other rings. The two individual rings of a pair are preferably sold simultaneously, for example in the same jewelry store. They can be linked to each other at the time of sale by a suitable packaging, housing or display, to limit the risk that the two members of a pair are separated from one another and mixed among non-compatible rings of an assortment. In a variant, the two rings 1, 2 are mechanically bonded to one another, for example by gluing with wax, another adhesive that is easy to clean, or a zone to be broken. At the time of the exchange of the rings, the two partners must then break this link to separate the two rings that they will carry each one of their side.
Il est aussi possible de munir chaque bague d'un numéro ou d'un code permettant de retrouver facilement le partenaire correspondant. Les deux bagues apparentéesd'une même paire peuvent par exemple porter le même code complété par une lettre ou un élément d'information qui permet de lesdifférencier. Le numéro ou le code peut par exemple être gravé à l'intérieur de la bague, ou marqué de manière délébile sur une portion de la bague ou sur une étiquette. Dans une variante préférentielle, le code est indiqué sur un certif icat f ourni à l'acquéreur, ou stocké dans une banque de données, de manière à pouvoir être retrouvé même en casde perte de la bague associée. Le code contient de préférence les paramètres d'usinage du profil 11 , 21 personnel de la bague, ou permet en tout casde retrouver ces paramètres. Il est ainsi possible de refabriquer une bague 1 , 2 perdue en tout tempsà partir de ce numéro ou code, ou de remplacer une bague par une bague plus moderne sans perdre la compatibilité avec la bague antérieure.It is also possible to provide each ring with a number or a code to easily find the corresponding partner. The two related rings of the same pair may for example bear the same code supplemented by a letter or an item of information that allows them to be differentiated. For example, the number or code may be engraved inside the ring, or delicately marked on a portion of the ring or on a label. In a preferred embodiment, the code is indicated on a certificate provided to the purchaser, or stored in a database, so that it can be found even in case of loss of the associated ring. The code preferably contains the machining parameters of the personal profile 11, 21 of the ring, or allows in any case to find these parameters. It is thus possible to remanufacture a ring 1, 2 lost at any time from this number or code, or replace a ring with a more modern ring without losing compatibility with the anterior ring.
Dans une variante de l'invention, le motif individuel de chaque bague est constitué par une pièce rapportée unique montée sur une bague standard. Il est ainsi possible de fabriquer des pairesde pièces individuelles, apparentéesdeux à deux, et fixées par des moyensquelconquessur des baguesde diamètres variables adaptéesà différentsdiamètresde doigta Comme évoqué, les baguesou bijoux de l'invention sont de préférence f abriquées par des machinesà ∞mmande numériques exécutant un programme de coupe. Le programme de coupe détermine le prof il individuel de chaque bijou 1 , 2 successif , de manière à ce que chaque bijou comporte un prof il en relief permettant de l'apparenter avec un seul autre bijou produit. Le prof il 11 , 21 généré pour chaque paire de bijou dépend d'au moins un paramètre du programme de coupe différent pour chaque bijou. Les paramètres successif s sont générés par une série mathématique, par exemple un générateur de nombre semi-aléatoire générant une série suff isante ou même infinie de nombrestousdiff érents, ou à partir d'une table prédéfinie de nombrestousdifférents les unsdes autres, ou à partir d'e la date et de l'heure de f abrication. Dans une variante, Ies profils 11 , 21 d'une paire sont déterminés à l'aide de paramètres permettant d'identif ier uniquement chaque couple, par exemple à partir du nom desdeux membresdu couple, et/ou de leur date de naissance, et/ou de leur signe et ascendant astrologique, etc. Cette variante nécessite cependant que ces paramètres soient connusavant la fabrication du bijou ou du motif personnalisé du bijou.In a variant of the invention, the individual pattern of each ring is constituted by a single insert mounted on a standard ring. It is thus possible to manufacture pairs of individual pieces, two-to-two pairs, and fixed by means of conquest on rings of variable diameters adapted to different finger diameters. As mentioned, the rings or jewels of the invention are preferably housed by numerically controlled machines executing a cutting program. The cutting program determines the individual skill of each jewel 1, 2 successive, so that each jewel has a prof it in relief to relate it with only one other jewel product. The teacher 11, 21 generated for each pair of jewel depends on at least one parameter of the cutting program different for each jewel. The successive parameters are generated by a mathematical series, for example a semi-random number generator generating a sufficient or even infinite series of different numbers, or from a predefined table of numbers that are different from each other, or from date and time of manufacture. In a variant, the profiles 11, 21 of a pair are determined using parameters making it possible to identify only each pair, for example from the name of the two members of the couple, and / or their date of birth, and / or their sign and astrological ascendant, etc. This variant, however, requires that these parameters are known before the manufacture of the jewel or the personalized pattern of the jewel.
Les bijoux peuvent aussi être misen œuvre à l'aide de plusieurs machinesde coupe employant le même programme de coupe avec des séquencesde paramètresdifférents. Lesdifférentes machines peuvent par exemple employer un générateur de nombre pseudo-aléatoire identique initialisé avec une valeur (seed) différente sur chaque machine.The jewelry can also be implemented using several cutting machines employing the same cutting program with different parameter sequences. For example, the different machines may use an identical pseudo-random number generator initialized with a different seed value on each machine.
La description ci-dessus concerne systématiquement des bagues portées par des couplesformésde deux partenaires II est naturellement possible dans le cadre de l'invention de prévoir des bagues destinées à être portées par des groupesde plusde deux membres, les baguesde tous les membres étant apparentées entre elles II est aussi possible de prévoir des bagues comportant plusde deux motifsd'apparentement - par exemple un motif sur chaque tranche. Par ailleurs, il est aussi possible d'apparenter une bague unique à plusieurs bagues compatibles, identiquesou différentes les unesdes autres, dans le casde polygamie ou de polyandrie par exemple. The above description systematically concerns rings carried by couples formed by two partners It is naturally possible within the scope of the invention to provide rings intended to be worn by groups of more than two members, the rings of all members being related to each other. It is also possible to provide rings with more than two patterns of appearance - for example a pattern on each wafer. Furthermore, it is also possible to relate a single ring to several rings that are compatible, identical or different from one another, in the case of polygamy or polyandry, for example.

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1. Assortiment ∞mportant plusieurs pairesde bagues (1 , 2), chaque bague ∞mportant un motif (11 , 21 ) permettant de l'apparenter à une seule autre bague dudit assortiment , caractérisé en ce qu'au moins une bague (1 , 2) comporte un adaptateur interchangeable (3, 4) pour adapter son diamètre au doigt du porteur.An assortment comprising a plurality of pairs of rings (1, 2), each ring having a pattern (11, 21) for affixing it to a single other ring of said assortment, characterized in that at least one ring (1, 2) comprises an interchangeable adapter (3, 4) for adapting its diameter to the wearer's finger.
2. Assortiment de baguesselon la revendication 1 , au moins deux bagues apparent éesd'une même paire étant montées sur des adaptateursde diamètresdifférents.2. Assortment of baguessaccording to claim 1, at least two rings related to the same pair being mounted on adapters of different diameters.
3. Assortiment de baguesselon la revendication 2, lesdits adaptateurs (3, 4) étant formésde manière à permettre la juxtaposition de deux bagues (1 , 2) apparentées sans lesdémonter de leur adaptateur.3. Assortment of baguessaccording to claim 2, said adapters (3, 4) being formedto allow the juxtaposition of two rings (1, 2) related without démémonter their adapter.
4. Assortiment de baguesselon la revendication 3, au moins un dit adaptateur (3, 4) permettant de faire coulisser la bague (1 , 2) qui y est montée afin de vérifier son apparentement avec une autre bague.4. Assortment of baguess according to claim 3, at least one said adapter (3, 4) for sliding the ring (1, 2) mounted therein to verify its similarity with another ring.
5. Assortiment de baguesselon l'une des revendications 1 à 4, ladite bague (1 , 2) étant vissée, chassée, soudée, sertie, rivée ou collée sur ledit adaptateur (3, 4).5. Assortment of baguessaccording to one of claims 1 to 4, said ring (1, 2) being screwed, driven, welded, crimped, riveted or glued on said adapter (3, 4).
6. Assortiment de baguesselon l'une des revendications 1 à 5, ladite bague (1 , 2) comportant une face intérieure, ledit adaptateur (3, 4) comportant une f ace externe, ladite bague et ledit adaptateur étant maintenussolidairement l'un à l'autre au niveau de ladite f ace intérieure et de ladite face extérieure.6. Assortment of baguessaccording to one of claims 1 to 5, said ring (1, 2) having an inner face, said adapter (3, 4) having an external f ace, said ring and said adapter being now solidarily one to the other at said inner feace and said outer face.
7. Assortiment de baguesselon l'une des revendications 1 à 6, le diamètre externe maximal dudit adaptateur (3, 4) étant inférieur au diamètre intérieur de ladite bague (1 , 2). 7. A bag assortment according to one of claims 1 to 6, the maximum outer diameter of said adapter (3, 4) being smaller than the inner diameter of said ring (1, 2).
8. Assortiment de baguesselon l'une des revendications 1 à 7, au moins un joint étant prévu entre ledit adaptateur et ladite bague.8. Bag assortment according to one of claims 1 to 7, at least one seal being provided between said adapter and said ring.
9. Assortiment de baguesselon l'une des revendications 1 à 8, une butée permettant d'empêcher l'insertion ou l'extraction de la bague depuis un seul desdeux côtés de l'adaptateur associé.9. Assortment of baguess according to one of claims 1 to 8, a stop for preventing the insertion or extraction of the ring from a single side of the associated adapter.
10. Assortiment de bague selon la revendication 9, ladite butée (34) étant amovible.The ring assortment of claim 9, said stopper (34) being removable.
1 1. Assortiment de baguesselon l'une des revendications 1 à 8, ledit adaptateur comportant deux parties (3, 5 ; 4, 6 ; 7, 8) liées l'une à l'autre de manière à maintenir ladite bague (1 , 2) entre une première butée (31 , 61 , 71 ) liée à la première partie (3, 6, 7) et une deuxième butée (41 , 81 ) liée à la deuxième partie (4, 8).1. Bag assortment according to one of claims 1 to 8, said adapter comprising two parts (3, 5; 4, 6; 7, 8) connected to each other so as to maintain said ring (1, 2) between a first stop (31, 61, 71) connected to the first part (3, 6, 7) and a second stop (41, 81) connected to the second part (4, 8).
12. Assortiment de bague selon l'une des revendications 1 à 1 1 , ladite bague (2-3) pouvant être pivotée par rapport audit adaptateur (7-8) lorsqu'elle est portée.12. A ring assortment according to one of claims 1 to 1 1, said ring (2-3) being pivotable relative to said adapter (7-8) when worn.
13. Assortiment de baguesselon l'une des revendications 1 à 12, au moins une paire de bagues apparentées étant montée simultanément sur un même adaptateur.13. Assortment of baguess according to one of claims 1 to 12, at least one pair of related rings being mounted simultaneously on the same adapter.
14. Assortiment de baguesselon l'une des revendications 1 à 13, au moins une bague étant montée sur le même adaptateur qu'une contrepartie neutre (9).14. Assortment of baguess according to one of claims 1 to 13, at least one ring being mounted on the same adapter as a neutral counterpart (9).
15. Assortiment de baguesselon l'une des revendications 1 à 14, chaque bague étant munie d'un motif en relief (1 1 , 21 ) dépourvu de discontinuités et d'angles vifs permettant de l'emboîter/abouter/ajuster avec une seule autre bague dudit assortiment.15. Assortment of baguessaccording to one of claims 1 to 14, each ring being provided with a relief pattern (1 1, 21) devoid of discontinuities and sharp angles to fit / abut / adjust with a single another ring of said assortment.
16. Assortiment de baguesselon l'une des revendications 1 à 15, le rayon (r) de chaque bague au niveau de la tranche (10, 20) étant égal. 16. Assortment of baguess according to one of claims 1 to 15, the radius (r) of each ring at the edge (10, 20) being equal.
17. Assortiment de baguesselon l'une des revendications 1 à 16, lesdites bagues (1 , 2) étant monolithiques et métalliques.17. Bag assortment according to one of claims 1 to 16, said rings (1, 2) being monolithic and metallic.
18. Assortiment de baguesselon l'une des revendications 1 à 17, lesdites bagues (1 , 2) étant fabriquées par usinage par enlèvement de copeaux sous le contrôle d'une commande numérique.18. A bag assortment according to one of claims 1 to 17, said rings (1, 2) being manufactured by machining by chip removal under the control of a numerical control.
19. Assortiment de baguesselon l'une des revendications 1 à 18, chaque bague (1 , 2) étant munie d'un certificat portant un code permettant de reconstituer la bague, ou la bague apparentée. 19. Assortment of baguess according to one of claims 1 to 18, each ring (1, 2) being provided with a certificate bearing a code to reconstruct the ring, or the related ring.
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