US4091599A
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Coin counting and packaging device
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1977-06-16
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Granted: 1978-05-30
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Expires: 1997-06-16
Abstract
Abstract A coin counting and packaging device is disclosed which comprises a tubular body having at its receiving end a semi-circular scoop and at its counting end a circular coin chamber to hold a column of coins. At the terminal end of the coin chamber a stopper means, which may be adjustable, is provided to support the coins in the chamber and to define a length of chamber for a prescribed number of coins to be counted and packaged. Standard paper wrapping tubes or wrapping sheets formed into tubes may be used in conjunction with the device for the purpose of wrapping the coins into a compact stack. The device of the present invention is most useful for counting and packaging coins without the necessity of counting the coins mentally prior to wrapping them, and reducing the dexterity required on the part of the wrapper to package them.
Inventors
- 👤 Roger Joseph Lemieux
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-29 21:09
CPC Classifications
G; G07; G07D; G07D9/00; G07D9/06
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 9
Claim 1
Independent Claim
134 words
A portable coin counting and packaging device for use with a tubular wrapping medium comprising: a hollow tubular body of substantially circular cross-section adapted to receive coins of a predetermined denomination, said tubular body having at its receiving end a portion thereof removed along its longitudinal axis to form a scoop of substantially semi-circular cross-section, and having at its other end stopper means, a portion of which protrudes within said tubular body, said protruding portion of said stopper means having a diameter less than the inside diameter of said tubular body to provide a space there between, said portion of said tubular body between the end of said semi-circular scoop and the end of said protruding stopper means defining a chamber for holding a prescribed number of coins and when full, constituting self-counting means.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
134 words
A portable coin counting and packaging device for use with a tubular wrapping medium comprising: a hollow tubular body of substantially circular cross-section adapted to receive coins of a predetermined denomination, said tubular body having at its receiving end a portion thereof removed along its longitudinal axis to form a scoop of substantially semi-circular cross-section, and having at its other end stopper means, a portion of which protrudes within said tubular body, said protruding portion of said stopper means having a diameter less than the inside diameter of said tubular body to provide a space there between, said portion of said tubular body between the end of said semi-circular scoop and the end of said protruding stopper means defining a chamber for holding a prescribed number of coins and when full, constituting self-counting means.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
17 words
A device as defined in claim 1 wherein the material of said tubular body is a metal.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
17 words
A device as defined in claim 1 wherein the material of said tubular body is a polymer.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
16 words
A device as defined in claim 1 wherein said tubular body includes a coin observation slot.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
13 words
A device as defined in claim 1 wherein said stopper means is adjustable.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
33 words
A device as defined in claim 1 wherein the diameter of said protruding portion of said stopper is such as to permit passage of said wrapping medium between it and said tubular body.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
27 words
A device as defined in claim 1 wherein said stopper means protrudes within said tubular body a distance sufficient to provide self-centering means for said wrapping medium.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
19 words
A device as defined in claim 1 wherein said self-counting means comprises a notch inscribed on said tubular body.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1981-05-29 | 1981-11-28 | 1982-05-30 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1985-05-29 | 1985-11-28 | 1986-05-30 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1989-05-29 | 1989-11-28 | 1990-05-30 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |