FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a key ring embodying the invention; FIG. 2 is a side view thereof; FIG. 3 is a plan view thereof; FIG. 4 is a top end view thereof; and, FIG. 5 is a bottom end view thereof. The terms side, plan, top and bottom being with specific reference to the orientation shown in FIG. 1 with the rings at the bottom, it being understood that the invention may be oriented in an infinite number of positions.

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›1.independentThe ornamental design for a key ring, as shown and described.

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Section A — Human necessities

A44B15/00

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D03/205D32/5

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