Paper clip

Abstract

Described, is a paper clip with improved performance and appearance. The paper clip comprises a lower envelope section formed from a face and a lower back part connected by a set of edges. An upper envelope section is formed from the face and an upper back part connected by a set of edges. A fold line is formed along the face. The upper envelope section is folded along the fold line such that by folding the upper envelope section along the fold line, the lower envelope section is able to receive corners of several pieces of paper. The lower envelope section is formed such that it serves as a fulcrum for the corners of the pieces of paper to be bent around to secure the pieces of paper. In a desired aspect, the paper clip is formed of paper or other sheet stock material.

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