WO2009009517A1 - Jewelry adapter - Google Patents
Jewelry adapter Download PDFInfo
- Publication number
- WO2009009517A1 WO2009009517A1 PCT/US2008/069387 US2008069387W WO2009009517A1 WO 2009009517 A1 WO2009009517 A1 WO 2009009517A1 US 2008069387 W US2008069387 W US 2008069387W WO 2009009517 A1 WO2009009517 A1 WO 2009009517A1
- Authority
- WO
- WIPO (PCT)
- Prior art keywords
- jewelry
- adapter
- tube member
- post
- tube
- Prior art date
Links
Classifications
-
- A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
- A44—HABERDASHERY; JEWELLERY
- A44C—PERSONAL ADORNMENTS, e.g. JEWELLERY; COINS
- A44C7/00—Ear-rings; Devices for piercing the ear-lobes
- A44C7/004—Ear-clips
- A44C7/006—Ear-clips with a pivotable back clamping arm
Definitions
- the embodiments of the present invention relate to a jewelry adapter.
- Ear piercings have numerous drawbacks pain and possible infection. Indeed, some persons are fearful of having the procedure conducted at all.
- wearing post earrings through ear piercings also have drawbacks including pinching, poking, irritation, infection and the like.
- post earrings can be uncomfortable to wear for individuals having thick ear lobes or earrings that are tight.
- a first embodiment of the present invention is a jewelry adapter comprising: a ring member with opening and closure means; and a tube member configured to accommodate an earring post, said tube member attached to said ring member.
- Another embodiment of the present invention is a jewelry adapter comprising: a clip member adapted to attach said jewelry adapter to an ear lobe; and a tube member configured to accommodate an earring post, said tube member hinged to said clip member.
- Another embodiment of the present invention is a jewelry adapter comprising: a fixed member; a moveable member hinged to said fixed member; and a tube member hinged to said fixed member.
- a tube member attached to an ear lobe via a ring member and/or clip member accommodates the post of an earring and allows the post to be secured by an earring nut.
- FIG. 1 illustrates a side, closed view of a jewelry adapter according to a first embodiment of the present invention
- Fig. 2 illustrates a side, open view of the jewelry adapter shown in Fig. 1 ;
- FIG. 3 illustrates the jewelry adapter of Figs. 1 and 2 with a post earring shown prior to attachment;
- FIG. 4 illustrates the jewelry adapter of Figs. 1 and 2 with the post earring shown after attachment thereto;
- FIG. 5 illustrates a side, closed view of a jewelry adapter according to a second embodiment of the present invention
- Fig. 6 illustrates a side, open view of the jewelry adapter shown in Fig. 5;
- Fig. 7 illustrates the jewelry adapter of Figs. 5 and 6 with a post earring shown prior to attachment
- Fig. 8 illustrates the jewelry adapter of Figs. 5 and 6 with the post earring shown after attachment thereto.
- FIGs. 1 and 2 illustrating a first embodiment of a jewelry adapter 100 according to the present invention.
- the jewelry adapter 100 includes two components comprising an attachment member or ring member 1 10 and a tube member 120 defining an open channel or tube.
- the tube member 120 is attached to said ring member 1 10 with a hinge 130.
- the hinge 130 allows the tube member 120 to be swiveled as necessary for reasons set forth below.
- the tube member 120 is fixedly attached to the ring member 1 10.
- the ring member 1 10 and tube member 120 are formed as a single unit.
- the ring member 1 10 comprises a fixed member 115 and a moveable member 125. As shown in Figs. 1 and 2, the moveable member 125 is connected to said fixed member 1 15 with a hinge 135 near the hinge 130. The tube member 120 is also connected to fixed member 1 15. In one embodiment, the moveable member 125 may rotate through a range of approximately 90 degrees to open (see Fig. 2) allowing the jewelry adapter 100 to be attached to an ear lobe through an existing ear piercing. In one embodiment, the hinge 135 has a fixed open position allowing the moveable member 125 to remain fully open (e.g., 90 degree open position) without external force.
- a first end 140 removed from the hinged end includes a semi-circular cross-section to securely receive a first end 150 of the fixed member 1 15.
- Fig. 3 shows the jewelry adapter 100 with a post earring 160 and earring nut 170 prior to attachment to the jewelry adapter 100 while Fig. 4 shows the post earring 160 attached to the jewelry adapter 100 via said tube member 120.
- a user need only insert the post 165 of the post earring 160 through said tube member 120 until the post 165 extends through and out the tube member 120 so that the earring nut 170 can be attached to the post 165 thereby maintaining the post earring 160 in place on the jewelry adapter 100.
- the post earring 160 may be attached to the tube member 120 before or after attachment of the jewelry adapter 100 to the ear lobe.
- a hinged tube member 120 permits the tube member 120 to be swiveled out of the way while attaching the jewelry adapter 100 to the ear lobe.
- Figs. 5 and 6 illustrate a second embodiment of the jewelry adapter 101 according to the present invention.
- a clip member 180 is connected to a fixed member 190 via a hinge 200 such that the jewelry adapter 101 may be clipped to the ear lobe.
- the hinge 200 is distanced from hinge 130 more than with the first embodiment.
- a first end of the clip member 180 comprises a loop portion 215 shaped for receipt by a cup portion 220 on a first end f the fixed member 190. This configuration creates a gentle connection on the user's ear lobe.
- Figs. 7 and 8 show the post earring 160 being attached to the tube member
- the jewelry adapters 100, 101 described above may be made of any material including silver, gold, platinum and any other alloy, metal, plastic or other suitable material.
- the jewelry adapter 100, 101 may be handcrafted where individual parts are used or may be molded if formed as a single unit. Other fabrication techniques may be used as well.
Abstract
Described is a jewelry adapter. The jewelry adapter allows users to wear post earrings with or without pierced ears. The jewelry adapter includes attachment means which permit the jewelry adapter to attach to an ear lobe. A tube member attached to, or formed with, the attachment means accommodates a post of an earring. The post is inserted through the tube member such that a separate earring nut secures the post earring to the tube member.
Description
JEWELRY ADAPTER
CROSS REFERENCE
[0001] This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 60/948,651 filed July 9, 2007 and U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 61/031 ,753 filed February 27, 2008.
FIELD OF INVENTION
[0002] The embodiments of the present invention relate to a jewelry adapter.
BACKGROUND
[0003] Ear piercings have numerous drawbacks pain and possible infection. Indeed, some persons are fearful of having the procedure conducted at all. In addition, wearing post earrings through ear piercings also have drawbacks including pinching, poking, irritation, infection and the like. In addition, post earrings can be uncomfortable to wear for individuals having thick ear lobes or earrings that are tight.
[0004] Thus, there exists a need for a device that accommodates post earrings and overcomes the drawbacks of ear piercings and wearing post earrings therethrough.
SUMMARY
[0005] Accordingly, a first embodiment of the present invention is a jewelry adapter comprising: a ring member with opening and closure means; and a tube member configured to accommodate an earring post, said tube member attached to said ring member.
[0006] Another embodiment of the present invention is a jewelry adapter comprising: a clip member adapted to attach said jewelry adapter to an ear lobe; and a tube member configured to accommodate an earring post, said tube member hinged to said clip member.
[0007] Another embodiment of the present invention is a jewelry adapter comprising: a fixed member; a moveable member hinged to said fixed member; and a tube member hinged to said fixed member.
[0008] The embodiments of the present invention allow post earrings to be worn by persons with or without ear piercings. In general, a tube member attached to an ear
lobe via a ring member and/or clip member accommodates the post of an earring and allows the post to be secured by an earring nut.
[0009] Other variations, embodiments and features of the present invention will become evident from the following detailed description, drawings and claims.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0010] Fig. 1 illustrates a side, closed view of a jewelry adapter according to a first embodiment of the present invention
[0011] Fig. 2 illustrates a side, open view of the jewelry adapter shown in Fig. 1 ;
[0012] Fig. 3 illustrates the jewelry adapter of Figs. 1 and 2 with a post earring shown prior to attachment;
[0013] Fig. 4 illustrates the jewelry adapter of Figs. 1 and 2 with the post earring shown after attachment thereto;
[0014] Fig. 5 illustrates a side, closed view of a jewelry adapter according to a second embodiment of the present invention
[0015] Fig. 6 illustrates a side, open view of the jewelry adapter shown in Fig. 5;
[0016] Fig. 7 illustrates the jewelry adapter of Figs. 5 and 6 with a post earring shown prior to attachment; and
[0017] Fig. 8 illustrates the jewelry adapter of Figs. 5 and 6 with the post earring shown after attachment thereto.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0018] It will be appreciated by those of ordinary skill in the art that the invention can be embodied in other specific forms without departing from the spirit or essential character thereof. The presently disclosed embodiments are therefore considered in all respects to be illustrative and not restrictive.
[0019] Initial reference is made to Figs. 1 and 2 illustrating a first embodiment of a jewelry adapter 100 according to the present invention. The jewelry adapter 100 includes two components comprising an attachment member or ring member 1 10 and a tube member 120 defining an open channel or tube. As shown in Figs. 1 and 2, the tube member 120 is attached to said ring member 1 10 with a hinge 130. The hinge 130 allows the tube member 120 to be swiveled as necessary for reasons set forth below. In another embodiment, the tube member 120 is fixedly attached to the ring member 1 10.
In another embodiment, the ring member 1 10 and tube member 120 are formed as a single unit.
[0020] The ring member 1 10 comprises a fixed member 115 and a moveable member 125. As shown in Figs. 1 and 2, the moveable member 125 is connected to said fixed member 1 15 with a hinge 135 near the hinge 130. The tube member 120 is also connected to fixed member 1 15. In one embodiment, the moveable member 125 may rotate through a range of approximately 90 degrees to open (see Fig. 2) allowing the jewelry adapter 100 to be attached to an ear lobe through an existing ear piercing. In one embodiment, the hinge 135 has a fixed open position allowing the moveable member 125 to remain fully open (e.g., 90 degree open position) without external force. When closed, the hinge 135 maintains sufficient pressure to secure the jewelry adapter 100 to the ear lobe. In other embodiments, the moveable member 125 may rotate more or less as long the jewelry adapter 100 may be attached to an ear lobe. In one embodiment, a first end 140 removed from the hinged end includes a semi-circular cross-section to securely receive a first end 150 of the fixed member 1 15. [0021] Fig. 3 shows the jewelry adapter 100 with a post earring 160 and earring nut 170 prior to attachment to the jewelry adapter 100 while Fig. 4 shows the post earring 160 attached to the jewelry adapter 100 via said tube member 120. To attach the post earring 160 to the jewelry adapter 100 a user need only insert the post 165 of the post earring 160 through said tube member 120 until the post 165 extends through and out the tube member 120 so that the earring nut 170 can be attached to the post 165 thereby maintaining the post earring 160 in place on the jewelry adapter 100. The post earring 160 may be attached to the tube member 120 before or after attachment of the jewelry adapter 100 to the ear lobe. A hinged tube member 120 permits the tube member 120 to be swiveled out of the way while attaching the jewelry adapter 100 to the ear lobe.
[0022] Figs. 5 and 6 illustrate a second embodiment of the jewelry adapter 101 according to the present invention. In this embodiment, a clip member 180 is connected to a fixed member 190 via a hinge 200 such that the jewelry adapter 101 may be clipped to the ear lobe. The hinge 200 is distanced from hinge 130 more than with the first embodiment. A first end of the clip member 180 comprises a loop portion 215 shaped for receipt by a cup portion 220 on a first end f the fixed member 190. This configuration creates a gentle connection on the user's ear lobe.
[0023] Figs. 7 and 8 show the post earring 160 being attached to the tube member
120 of the second embodiment of the present invention in the same manner as described above relative to the first embodiment.
[0024] The jewelry adapters 100, 101 described above may be made of any material including silver, gold, platinum and any other alloy, metal, plastic or other suitable material. The jewelry adapter 100, 101 may be handcrafted where individual parts are used or may be molded if formed as a single unit. Other fabrication techniques may be used as well.
[0025] Although the invention has been described in detail with reference to several embodiments, additional variations and modifications exist within the scope and spirit of the invention as described and defined in the following claims.
Claims
1. A jewelry adapter comprising: a ring member with opening and closure means; and a tube member configured to accommodate an earring post, said tube member attached to said ring member.
2. The jewelry adapter of claim 1 wherein said ring member comprises a fixed member and a moveable member.
3. The jewelry adapter of claim 2 wherein said opening and closure means comprises said moveable member hinged to said fixed member.
4. The jewelry adapter of claim 1 wherein said tube member has a length shorter than an earring post.
5. The jewelry adapter of claim 1 wherein said tube member is hinged to said ring member.
6. The jewelry adapter of claim 2 wherein said tube member is hinged to said fixed member.
7. The jewelry adapter of claim 1 wherein said ring member is configured to be received by an existing ear piercing.
8. A jewelry adapter comprising: a clip member and fixed member adapted to attach said jewelry adapter to an ear lobe; and a tube member configured to accommodate an earring post, said tube member hinged to said clip member.
9. The jewelry adapter of claim 8 wherein said clip member is connected to said fixed member via a hinge.
10. The jewelry adapter of claim 8 wherein said tube member has a length shorter than an earring post.
1 1. The jewelry adapter of claim 8 wherein said tube member is hinged to said fixed member.
12. The jewelry adapter of claim 8 wherein said clip member has a loop portion for receipt by a cup portion of the fixed member.
13. The jewelry adapter of claim 8 wherein said clip member is configured to attach to an ear lobe.
14. A jewelry adapter comprising: a fixed member; a moveable member hinged to said fixed member; and a tube member hinged to said fixed member.
15. The jewelry adapter of claim 14 wherein said tube member has a length shorter than an earring post.
16. The jewelry adapter of claim 14 wherein said moveable member and tube member are hinged to said fixed member in an adjacent relationship.
17. The jewelry adapter of claim 14 wherein said moveable member and tube member are hinged to said fixed member in a distanced relationship.
Applications Claiming Priority (4)
Application Number | Priority Date | Filing Date | Title |
---|---|---|---|
US94865107P | 2007-07-09 | 2007-07-09 | |
US60/948,651 | 2007-07-09 | ||
US3175308P | 2008-02-27 | 2008-02-27 | |
US61/031,753 | 2008-02-27 |
Publications (1)
Publication Number | Publication Date |
---|---|
WO2009009517A1 true WO2009009517A1 (en) | 2009-01-15 |
Family
ID=40229015
Family Applications (1)
Application Number | Title | Priority Date | Filing Date |
---|---|---|---|
PCT/US2008/069387 WO2009009517A1 (en) | 2007-07-09 | 2008-07-08 | Jewelry adapter |
Country Status (2)
Country | Link |
---|---|
US (1) | US20090013723A1 (en) |
WO (1) | WO2009009517A1 (en) |
Families Citing this family (3)
Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
---|---|---|---|---|
US20100058560A1 (en) * | 2008-09-11 | 2010-03-11 | Scott Hayleigh | Jewelry clasp for hearing aid |
US20130319043A1 (en) * | 2012-06-01 | 2013-12-05 | Thomas Family Llc | Jewelry Adapter |
JP2017209301A (en) * | 2016-05-25 | 2017-11-30 | 株式会社ワンダーワークス | Resin-made earrings |
Citations (4)
Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
---|---|---|---|---|
KR200150164Y1 (en) * | 1997-04-26 | 1999-07-01 | 성기봉 | Tension rocker of ear ring |
US20040093899A1 (en) * | 2002-11-19 | 2004-05-20 | John Ravenstein | Earring having attachable accessory |
US6843072B1 (en) * | 2002-09-10 | 2005-01-18 | Terry T. Lau | Earring assembly |
KR20060007683A (en) * | 2004-07-21 | 2006-01-26 | 김유곤 | Clip for earring |
Family Cites Families (20)
Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
---|---|---|---|---|
US3071939A (en) * | 1960-05-27 | 1963-01-08 | Coro Inc | Magnetic earring with slidably pivoted clamp members |
US3533247A (en) * | 1968-08-30 | 1970-10-13 | Dwaine C Douglas | Earring kit with plural changeable pendants |
US4003216A (en) * | 1976-03-18 | 1977-01-18 | Anthony Robert Cecere | Earring structure |
US4218894A (en) * | 1978-10-10 | 1980-08-26 | Lang Jewelry Company | Pierced earring with adjustable ornament |
US4593540A (en) * | 1985-01-31 | 1986-06-10 | Cuvar Christina L | Pierced earring with slidable plastic post and backing |
US4682477A (en) * | 1985-11-22 | 1987-07-28 | Vaillancourt Marilyn L | Convertible pierced-earlobe earring |
US4700552A (en) * | 1986-08-25 | 1987-10-20 | Quality Jewelry, Inc. | Convertible earring construction |
US5048310A (en) * | 1990-07-30 | 1991-09-17 | Riley Yong N | Apparatus for changeable earring pendents |
US5161390A (en) * | 1991-07-30 | 1992-11-10 | Mina Sam | Interchangeable and detachable earring assemblage |
FR2714020B1 (en) * | 1993-12-17 | 1996-01-12 | Sicma Aero Seat | Structure with several adjacent convertible seats and variable dimensions along a sliding axis. |
US5524457A (en) * | 1994-09-26 | 1996-06-11 | Dunham; Ann A. | Pierced earring on which to hang a clip or pierced earring |
US5487280A (en) * | 1994-10-04 | 1996-01-30 | Cotillion, Inc. | Convertible earring |
US5836176A (en) * | 1997-05-16 | 1998-11-17 | Hazel Jewelry Co. | Earring assembly with removable ornaments |
US6014870A (en) * | 1998-04-10 | 2000-01-18 | Horner; Joanne A. | Double post earring |
US7082788B1 (en) * | 2002-03-13 | 2006-08-01 | Harry N. Mason | Secure interchangeable charm earring system |
US6925838B1 (en) * | 2002-03-25 | 2005-08-09 | Jacqueline M. Carmack | Earring support device |
USD489639S1 (en) * | 2003-06-02 | 2004-05-11 | Findings, Inc. | Lever-back earring |
US7093332B1 (en) * | 2003-10-29 | 2006-08-22 | Scott Kay | Locking toggle assembly for jewelry |
US20050199001A1 (en) * | 2004-03-12 | 2005-09-15 | Matanya Yozevitch | Earring |
US7111370B2 (en) * | 2004-07-01 | 2006-09-26 | Stella Daniel | Sanitary ear clip display member for an earring |
-
2008
- 2008-07-07 US US12/168,719 patent/US20090013723A1/en not_active Abandoned
- 2008-07-08 WO PCT/US2008/069387 patent/WO2009009517A1/en active Application Filing
Patent Citations (4)
Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
---|---|---|---|---|
KR200150164Y1 (en) * | 1997-04-26 | 1999-07-01 | 성기봉 | Tension rocker of ear ring |
US6843072B1 (en) * | 2002-09-10 | 2005-01-18 | Terry T. Lau | Earring assembly |
US20040093899A1 (en) * | 2002-11-19 | 2004-05-20 | John Ravenstein | Earring having attachable accessory |
KR20060007683A (en) * | 2004-07-21 | 2006-01-26 | 김유곤 | Clip for earring |
Also Published As
Publication number | Publication date |
---|---|
US20090013723A1 (en) | 2009-01-15 |
Similar Documents
Publication | Publication Date | Title |
---|---|---|
US20090013723A1 (en) | Jewelery adapter | |
EP0491967B1 (en) | Accessory for earring | |
US6843072B1 (en) | Earring assembly | |
WO1988009134A1 (en) | Earring holder | |
US6662598B2 (en) | Body ornament | |
US4139993A (en) | Protective device for receiving earring clamping pressure | |
USRE35511E (en) | Accessory for earring | |
EP4039122A1 (en) | Backing for an earring, and earring with a backing | |
JP6111395B2 (en) | Combination set of earrings and earring fittings | |
JP3310466B2 (en) | Decorative earrings | |
GB2572067A (en) | Stud earring | |
WO2007078527A2 (en) | Method and device for joining jewelry components | |
US20100122553A1 (en) | Pierced jewelry retainment system | |
JP6198359B1 (en) | Clip-on earrings | |
US6128923A (en) | Hoop earring with a hidden post | |
JP5419227B2 (en) | Stopper, stop device, and jewelry using the same | |
JP6595286B2 (en) | Piercing earring fittings | |
KR101512106B1 (en) | Fasteners for adjustable angle Earrings | |
KR102620979B1 (en) | Ear pain relief type mask strap connector | |
JP2017148123A (en) | Accessory for ear | |
JP2002044770A (en) | Set of ear attachment for earphone or the like and hands-free earphone or the like | |
EP2838397A1 (en) | Clutch for precious metal earrings | |
US20070199347A1 (en) | Earring apparatus | |
JPH10201507A (en) | Ear accessory | |
JP3911523B2 (en) | Piercing holder |
Legal Events
Date | Code | Title | Description |
---|---|---|---|
121 | Ep: the epo has been informed by wipo that ep was designated in this application |
Ref document number: 08772453 Country of ref document: EP Kind code of ref document: A1 |
|
NENP | Non-entry into the national phase |
Ref country code: DE |
|
122 | Ep: pct application non-entry in european phase |
Ref document number: 08772453 Country of ref document: EP Kind code of ref document: A1 |