Patent ID: 6709339
Filing Date: 2004-03-23
Classification: G09F

Abstract:
An infinity mirror display apparatus for enhanced exhibition of different groupings of independently prized collectible objects without injury to and permanent modification thereto, which allows for frequent and prompt replacement of currently exhibited collectible objects by newly selected collectible objects so as to maintain within said apparatus a selection of collectible objects that continually updates the artistic and aesthetic effect it exhibits to maintain a fresh and interesting effect for the operator and other viewers, said apparatus comprising:a housing having a stationary base member and a cover which together define an enclosed interior space, said cover being easily movable between a closed position against said stationary base member and a plurality of opened positions wherein rapid access to said interior space is provided without moving said base member from its operational position; at least two opposed mirrors positioned adjacent to said interior space with said mirrors being at a spaced-apart distance from one another and at least one of said mirrors being a partially reflective mirror; a plurality of collectible objects each smaller than said interior space, at least one of said collectible objects being initially operator selected and positioned between said mirrors; support means adapted for secure positioning of at least one of said collectible objects within said interior space without permanent modification to said collectible object and without restriction on rapid replacement of said securely positioned and currently exhibited collectible object by a new one of said collectible objects selected according to operator impulse; at least one light source positioned within said interior space and configured for sufficient illumination of each said selected collectible object positioned between said mirrors to create multiple closely spaced-apart reflected images rearwardly therefrom and make an infinity mirror effect; and electrical connection means adapted for connecting each said light source to a source of power so that when said selected collectible objects and said support means are within said interior space in operational positions and electrical power is provided to each said light source, exhibition of each said collectible object within said interior space is enhanced by an infinity mirror effect to observers looking at said collectible object through each said partially reflective mirror and also when a new appearance is desired for said apparatus an operator can promptly make additions and removals of said collectible objects to and from said interior space without having to substantially dismantle said apparatus, move said base member from its operational position, or disturb any of said collectible objects already positioned within said interior space.