An Improved Pouch or Case for Carrying Money.
Year: 1891

page_text: Date of Application, 14th Oct., 1891
Complete Specification Left, 4th June, 1892-Accepted, 27th Aug., 1892
PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION.
An Improved Pouch or Case for Carrying Money.
I, JOANNES MESPLÈDE, Postmaster, of 15, Boulevard St. Denis, Paris,
in the Republic of France, do hereby declare the nature of this invention to be as
follows:-
For forwarding or carrying money in the shape of coins, paper rolls are
ordinarily used, or bags which are tied up, and it frequently happens that such
packages, by their weight, descend to the bottom of the post bag in which they
are placed, together with other objects which are to be sent.
In the manipulation of these packages and in laying them down, the silver or
gold contained in them gives, although enclosed, a metallic sound which may
readily excite the attention of thieves.
The present invention obviates these inconveniences and renders the sending of
money more convenient and safe.
The improved package consists of a block of wood of sufficient thickness, in one
edge of which are bored vertically a series of holes having a diameter a little
greater than that of the coins which they are to contain. These holes are closed
by means of india rubber stoppers which can be inserted into each opening as
desired, and can be drawn out by a string or by a key specially made for the
purpose; this key is long enough to reach to the bottom of the opening, and at its
upper end it may be provided with a key fitting an ordinary lock or padlock by
which the different packages are closed. Instead of plugs helical springs may
be used if preferred, for the purpose of producing the necessary pressure upon the
coins.
The block is covered outside with leather, cloth, or other suitable material, one
part of which is made sufficiently long to form a flap by which the upper part is
closed, and its inner side may be formed with a pocket to contain bank notes or
At the lower
other documents, the flap being fastened in any convenient manner.
opposite edges of the block the ends of an elastic band are fastened, which can be
brought over the tops of the plugs or openings in order to close them more securely,
the flap being then turned down over the whole.
In a modification of my invention, the block may be made in two halves, the
division passing longitudinally through the centre of the openings, and the two
halves of the block being attached at their lower edges by hinges or other suitable
means so that when they are opened the upper halves of the several pieces of
money project above the recesses in which they lie. The whole is covered outside
with leather, cloth, or other suitable material, which may form a pocket upon
one side.
A flap closes this pocket and is buckled or otherwise fastened, and the two halves
of the block are held together by hooks or other fastenings.
EDWARDS & Co.,
35, Southampton Buildings, London, Agents for the Applicant.
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
An Improved Pouch or Case for Carrying Money.
1. JOANNES MESPLÈDE, of Souillac, Department of Lot, in the Republic of
France, Postmaster, do hereby declare the nature of this invention and in what
manner the same is to be performed, to be particularly described and ascertained in
and by the following statement:-
To facilitate the handling of money in coin, paper rolls and bags. which are tied

page_text: up move heretofore been used and it has frequently happened that the money, owing
to its weight accumulates at the bottom of the postal bags, which also contain other
postal objects.
In handling the postal bags and in placing the same down the silver or the gold
coins give although enclosed a metallic sounds which informs those intending to
commit a robbery of presents of money.
The present invention has for its object to obviate these defects and render the
sending of cash more convenient and safe.
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And in order that my invention may be more fully understood I have caused to
be appended hereunto two sheets of drawings representing my invention, called the
Financier," in its different forms.
Fig. 1, Sheet I, represents the money case in book form closed and in Fig. 2
open. It is composed of a box a of wood divided into several compartments by the
partitions b, which compartments in width are a little larger than the diameter of
the coins it is to contain. The interior of this box or case is covered with velvet,
leather or other suitable material. It is preliminary closed by a lid which may
be padded or otherwise formed so as on being pressed down to exert a pressure on
the coins sufficient to retain the same in position. A second lid d forms the back
and closes the whole of the book shaped box or case. On the interior of the said
back d, is arranged a pocket e serving for the reception of bank notes.
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Fig. 3 represents the money case in pocket book form closed and Fig. 4 open.
It is composed of a block or body of wood in which are formed vertical holes,
having a diameter a little larger than that of the coin, it is to contain. The open
ends of the said holes are adapted to be closed, by means of rubber plugs forced in
each hole, which may be retained by means of a cord or by a key specially made
for this purpose; this key may penetrate the end of the said holes. At the upper
extremity may be arranged a key for a suitable lock serving to close the different
kinds of pocket book shaped cases.
In lieu of the said plugs if preferred, spiral springs may be employed which
produces the desired pressure.
The block is covered with fabric, leather or other suitable material and one
part thereof is elongated in such a manner as to form a flap g which serves to cover
the case and may be formed on its inner side with a small pocket i for the reception
of bank notes; this flap may be fixed in any suitable manner. Attached to the two
ends at the bottom of the block is an elastic band h, which is passed over the
aforesaid plugs and open ends of the respective holes so as to close the same more
securely, the flap 9 afterwards covering the whole.
Figs. 5 & 6 represent respectively, closed and open, a modification of the
preceding form of money case. To facilitate the closing a flap g is formed which
does not fit on the side but has endways extending portions g', furnished with
eyelets, which serve to engage small catches or springs j, fixed to the ends of the
block.
Fig. 7 shows a money case pocket-book shaped with gilt edges closed and Fig. 8
open. In this form, the block or body in which are formed the boles or tubes, is
formed in two parts, which are connected together by means of hinges or by other
convenient means, whereby on opening and lifting the lid the contents of the case
are half exposed. The whole of the case is externally covered with leather, fabric
or any other suitable material, which forms also a pocket on one side of the block.
The case is closed by means of a flap y passed through a buckle and by hooks k at
the ends.
Fig. 9 is a plan of another construction of money case, and Fig. 10 a side view
thereof. In this modification the said case consists of one block or body only, in
which the holes which receive the coin are formed open about half of their length
which has for its purpose to partially expose the coins and thus facilitate the
removing of the same. The said case may be covered with fabric or other material
and closed in any suitable manner.
Fig. 11 shows a system in which the coins are placed flat. In this fig. three

page_text: compartments m are shown for gold and one n for silver. Each compartment is
closed by a separate hinged lid m'. These lids are covered with rubber or other
elastic material, so that the pressure exerted thereby ou the coin will retain the
same in position. It may be covered internally and externally with leather, velvet,
cloth or other suitable material. The said money case may be made with receptacles
having a round base in which the coin rests. In this form as in those with
cylindrical receptacles means for compressing the coins may be applied, may it be
a spiral spring o or an elastic block p as shown in Fig. 13.
All these pocket book shaped money cases, are furnished with pockets for the
reception of bank notes; may it be in the manner as represented in the other figs.
or by means of a double bottom closed by a lid.
Fig. 12 represents a large money case in the form of a large book, for banks and
administrations. It is composed of two cash compartments which open like those
shown in Fig. 8. One of the said compartments serve for the reception of large
silver coins and the others for gold coins. One of the edges of the case may be
formed with an opening for bank notes. To render the system more comprehen-
sible the holes in the drawing are shown on the upper part of the edge but it is
obvious that the said part will be entirely covered. These different parts are
closed either by springs or locks t and keys, a movable strap being provided to
facilitate the transport of the money case.
Figs. 14, 15, 16, 17 & 18, Sheet II show improved money cases. They are
composed of tubes, with a third of their circumference open on the whole of their
length, which may be closed at will, either by metal plates hinged thereto, or a
slide surrounding the tubes, or a large plate covering all the tubes simultaneously.
The partitions which form the compartments, are covered on their whole length
with metal plates on which is engraved a register which indicates with certainty
the precise sum in each tube. The coins are introduced through round openings
which are in the edge of the money case and take their place without having to be
shaken. The lower part of the said tube is internally lined with a rubber band,
the free end of which terminates in a fringe C which overlaps and is adapted to be
placed against and cover the ends of the coins. In this manner the coins are
rendered stationary on the aforesaid flap being placed against the said band. This
band may be replaced as previously described by rubber block or by a spiral
spring.
The pocket money case shown in Fig. 14, is of medium size and intended to
contain only gold coins from 10-20 francs value. A small pocket A formed
underneath the cover suitably curved may receive the bank notes in comparatively
large quantities. It may be formed in the form of a purse, book or letter case.
The small pocket A is placed on the box, after the flap B has been raised and the
coins have been covered with the rubber bands.
The commercial money case shown in Fig. 15, is only as an example and is
intended for counters and offices and may be of various sizes according to the
nature of the safe for which it is intended.
I have represented only one money case containing a distinct tube for each
specie of silver money and gold, but it will be understood that the number of these
tubes is unlimited. The tubes are closed separately by means of slides D but they
may be all covered simultaneously by a plate E, as shown in Fig. 16. A plate F
covers also the edges of the case so as to hide the orifice of the tubes. This form
of money case, by preference is placed, in a box closed with a key so that it may
be placed against a wall, on a table or other place.
This box is maintained upright and its edge furnished with a metal plate, on
which are formed grooves of the dimensions of each coin, in relation to each
opening of the tubes and permitting the coin to pass without having to open the
said box.
To render an account of the sum of money contained in the case the coins are
pressed against the base, by means of the finger and by means of the register, the
sum contained in each tube can be seen at a glance. A simple addition is then

page_text: sufficient to know exactly the total sum of money in the case.
The said money
case is adapted to rest on a box of the same length and the same width. Its lower
end is formed with cylindrical holes serving to receive the metal tubes, in diameter
corresponding to the copper coins of 5 and 10 centime A hinged metal plate
hides the orifices of these tubes, whilst the slots formed on this plate permits the
introduction of the coin in each tube.
I have also a third form of money case, serving for payment covering and
transport of money. The interior is the same as that of the money cases previously
described, with this difference only, that an envelope of leather forms a travelling
bag. This closes completely on two sides, like the covers of a book and serves for
extra safety surrounded by a leather belt.
A fourth form in which my improved money case may be made is that of a chest
of drawers, see Fig. 17, one of which drawers may be used for several gross of
silver coin, the second for small silver coin, the third for gold and the fourth for
bank notes. This case is intended for holding considerable amounts of large safes
and may be placed in a cupboard or in a strong box.
I also form a money case of another shape and size which I call "Cristal
Financier," Fig. 18; the tubes G are made the whole length of cristal and have
engraved a register in lines and figures. On a frame H, made of any suitable
material and resting on four legs is retained at its base by a plain plate J over
which are arranged two other plates K, L, having holes which receive the cristal
tubes and maintain the same upright. The latter plates may be replaced by a
meshed gilt or silvered wire.
The great advantage of these novel money cases consist solely in the facility in
totalling the sum of money which they contain without having to manipulate the
coin; no disorder and loss of time will be experienced from morning to night and
the cash in each tube readily indicated by the register on pressing with the finger
as aforesaid.
These money cases have also the advantage of holding a comparatively large
sum of money in a small compass, and which whether lined or not will never cause
a sound.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of this inven-
tion and in what manner the same is to be performed I declare that what I
claim, is-
In a pouch or case for ensuring the safety of money in coin or notes in transit
and which is also adapted for safes.
1st. The cases, flat or round, or blocks with tubes, for the reception of coin, in
which it is retained in position by padded covers, plugs, springs, or rubber bands;
the pockets or gussets arranged in the covers, both adapted to receive the bank
notes, substantially as described and illustrated in Figs. 1 to 13.
2nd. The registers positioned on the sides of the said openings, which permit of
seeing instantly the sum of money contained, substantially as described and shown
in Figs. 14 to 17.
3rd. The cristal tubes, having a register positioned on a bottom plate and
maintained in a vertical position by means of two plates one above the other plain
or of meshed wire, substantially as described and shown in Fig. 18.
Dated this 3rd day of June 1892.
F. BOSSHARDT & Co.,
4, Corporation Street, Manchester, Agents to Applicant.