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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Dec. 29, 1992
Filed:
Feb. 05, 1992
John M Adams, Mechanicsville, VA (US);
Christopher N Chance, Richmond, VA (US);
James A DeBlasio, Midlothian, VA (US);
Donald H Evers, Richmond, VA (US);
William C Harris, Jr, Midlothian, VA (US);
Michael A Kirby, Sr, Trevilians, VA (US);
Reginald W Newsome, Richmond, VA (US);
Robert E Talley, Chester, VA (US);
Philip Morris Incorporated, New York, NY (US);
Abstract
A dual carton formed from two substantially identical individual cartons secured together along their top flaps such that the means for securing the cartons is not readily apparent to a consumer. An additional means for securing the individual cartons together is provided across the bottom walls of the individual cartons. A dual cigarette carton of dimensions compatible with tax-stamping machinery is also shown.