Magnetic dinnerware

Abstract

A line of ceramic, porcelain and plastic dinnerware that contains individual pieces inlaid with heavy duty magnetic rings on which silverware and other utensils are securely adhered by means of magnetic attraction.

1 . A piece of dinnerware that contains at least one magnetic area capable of securing another piece of dinnerware containing a magnetic area or utensils. 
     
     
         2 . The piece of dinnerware of  claim 1 , wherein the piece of dinnerware is selected from the group consisting of plates, bowls, cups, coffee mugs and demitasse saucers. 
     
     
         3 . The piece of dinnerware of  claim 1 , wherein the dinnerware comprises ceramic, porcelain, glass and plastic material. 
     
     
         4 . The piece of dinnerware of  claim 1 , wherein the magnetic area is inlaid with heavy duty neodymium magnetic material. 
     
     
         5 . The piece of dinnerware of  claim 1 , wherein the dinnerware is circular and the magnetic area is a circular ring centrally positioned in the base of the piece and concentrically around the piece near the perimeter of the piece. 
     
     
         6 . A place setting of dinnerware comprising a dinner plate piece, demitasse plate piece or saucer piece, bowl piece and cup piece, wherein each piece contains at least one magnetic area capable of securing another piece of dinnerware containing a magnetic area or utensils. 
     
     
         7 . The piece of dinnerware of  claim 2 , wherein the piece is a dinner plate that measures approximately thirty centimeters in circumference, one half to two centimeters in depth and two to four centimeters in height. 
     
     
         8 . The piece of dinnerware of  claim 2 , wherein the piece is a demitasse plate that measures approximately nineteen centimeters in circumference, one quarter centimeters in depth and two centimeters in height. 
     
     
         9 . The piece of dinnerware of  claim 2 , wherein the piece is a cup that measures approximately eight centimeters in diameter, nine centimeters in depth and ten centimeters in height. 
     
     
         10 . The piece of dinnerware of  claim 2 , wherein the piece is a bowl that measures approximately fifteen to twenty one centimeters in circumference, eight centimeters in depth and nine centimeters in height. 
     
     
         11 . The place setting of dinnerware of  claim 6 , produced in a range of colors and patterns to accommodate various home decors, institutional uses and serving needs. 
     
     
         12 . The piece of dinnerware of  claim 1 , wherein the magnetic area comprises two or more magnetic fasteners to encompass the total surface of the piece and provide multiple areas on which to secure utensils and other items. 
     
     
         13 . The piece of dinnerware of  claim 5 , wherein the circular ring of magnetic material is encased within the material of the piece, and is hidden from view. 
     
     
         14 . The piece of dinnerware of  claim 5 , wherein the circular ring of magnetic material is coated in a colorful glaze or customized styles.