Trading card carrying and display case

摘要

The instant invention is a container designed specifically for storing and displaying trading cards. The container has a main storage area, a hidden storage area, and a display floor. Construction allows for the stackability of containers by use of a lower tab which engages a peripheral edge formed by molded indicia placed on the upper surface. The main storage compartment of the container includes two fixed dividers allowing for placement of trading cards along the longitudinal length of the container wherein slots are provided for placement of loose leaf dividers allowing for individual separation. Between the two fixed dividers is another storage area having an increased depth which allows for placement of oversized cards or specialty cards. When the lid is placed in an open position, the handle operates as a stand and the bottom surface of the lid provides a card display area. When the lid is in the closed position and the handle placed in a storage position, lifting of the cover reveals a hidden compartment wherein the upper surface of the lid includes four individual compartments for placement of trading cards. The handle includes a locking notch to secure the handle is a raised position preventing access to the hidden compartment. An over-center hinge secures the cover to the bin locking the lid therebetween. One end of the hinge includes an aperture for insertion of a padlock hasp.