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Resources for Researching Patents
Costume Jewelry and Mesh Purse Patents
A useful reference for dating vintage costume jewelry from numerous designers and Whiting & Davis mesh purses.
Costume Jewelry Patents
A great reference showing costume jewelry patents paired up with actual photos of vintage pieces.
U.S. Patent & Trademark Office
Use the search feature on this site to look up all types of patents and trademarks.

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