Federal's Car Coaster
2.6'' × 2.6" / 1pc
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Add a note of Detroit retail history to everyday drives with this Federal's car coaster. Federal Department Store began in 1929 and later merged with Columbus-based Kobacker's in 1961. Its story includes the 1969 purchase of Shifrin-Willens Jewelers, bankruptcy in 1972, a new owner in 1978, and liquidation in 1980. The company also had stores in Lansing and Kalamazoo. This keepsake is a fitting choice for collectors who enjoy remembering the department stores that shaped regional communities.
Federal Department Store, commonly known as Federal's, was a department store chain based in Detroit and founded in 1929. Its history includes expansion through a merger and a separate jewelry acquisition. In 1961, Federal's merged with Kobacker's, a department store company based in Columbus, Ohio. In 1969, Federal's bought Shifrin-Willens Jewelers. The chain filed for bankruptcy in 1972; that same year, its stores in Lansing and Kalamazoo closed. One of Federal's holdings at the time of the bankruptcy was the Hoffritz for Cutlery chain, which was sold in 1975 through a leveraged buyout. In 1978, Steven Watstein, also known as Steven West, purchased Federal's. The chain was liquidated in 1980. These milestones trace Federal's from its 1929 founding through a merger, an acquisition, financial difficulty, a change in ownership, and eventual liquidation. The documented locations connect its story to Detroit, Columbus, Lansing, and Kalamazoo.
Federal's Car Coaster
$10.99
Sale price
$10.99
Regular price
Add a note of Detroit retail history to everyday drives with this Federal's car coaster. Federal Department Store began in 1929 and later merged with Columbus-based Kobacker's in 1961. Its story includes the 1969 purchase of Shifrin-Willens Jewelers, bankruptcy in 1972, a new owner in 1978, and liquidation in 1980. The company also had stores in Lansing and Kalamazoo. This keepsake is a fitting choice for collectors who enjoy remembering the department stores that shaped regional communities.
Federal Department Store, commonly known as Federal's, was a department store chain based in Detroit and founded in 1929. Its history includes expansion through a merger and a separate jewelry acquisition. In 1961, Federal's merged with Kobacker's, a department store company based in Columbus, Ohio. In 1969, Federal's bought Shifrin-Willens Jewelers. The chain filed for bankruptcy in 1972; that same year, its stores in Lansing and Kalamazoo closed. One of Federal's holdings at the time of the bankruptcy was the Hoffritz for Cutlery chain, which was sold in 1975 through a leveraged buyout. In 1978, Steven Watstein, also known as Steven West, purchased Federal's. The chain was liquidated in 1980. These milestones trace Federal's from its 1929 founding through a merger, an acquisition, financial difficulty, a change in ownership, and eventual liquidation. The documented locations connect its story to Detroit, Columbus, Lansing, and Kalamazoo.
| 2.6'' × 2.6" | |
| Width, in | 2.60 |
| Height, in | 2.60 |
| Thickness, in | 0.30 |
Product features
- Made from 100% soapstone — naturally absorbent
- Available in 1, 2, or 4-piece sets with the same print on each
- One-sided full-color print with a matte finish
- 2.6″ × 2.6″ size fits most vehicle drink holders; notch for easy removal
- Removable “Made in China” sticker on the bottom
Care instructions
- Gently wipe the dirt or dust off with a clean, dry microfiber cloth