Stephen Perry patents the rubber band (1845)

Stephen Perry patented the rubber band in England on March 17, 1845. The device is defined as a loop of rubber, typically ring or oval shaped, used to hold multiple objects together. The patent marks the formal recognition of this specific elastic tool.

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Background. A rubber band, also known as an elastic band, is a loop of rubber, usually ring or oval shaped, and commonly used to hold multiple objects together. This definition establishes the functional nature of the item prior to its formal patenting. The object serves as a simple tool for grouping items.

Patent Details. The rubber band was patented in England on March 17, 1845, by Stephen Perry. This event marks the official registration of the invention in England. The date and inventor are explicitly stated in the source material, confirming the specific historical moment of the patent grant.

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