K's Merchandise Mart Metal Business Card Holder
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$24.99
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Keep cards close with a business card holder celebrating K's Merchandise, the Decatur-founded retailer established in 1957 by Raymond “Ray” Eldridge Sr. and his son Kay. Its catalog showrooms grew into a 17-store network spanning five states, making the company a recognizable part of Midwest shopping history. This keepsake connects a useful desk accessory with the story of a family business and the local department-store era it represented, appealing to collectors and former customers alike.
K's Merchandise Mart, Inc., commonly known as K's Merchandise, was a catalog showroom department store based in Decatur, Illinois. Raymond "Ray" Eldridge Sr. and his son Kay founded the company in 1957. It sold furniture, jewelry, electronics, and other general merchandise. By the time it closed, K's had 17 stores across Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Missouri, and Kentucky. The company also operated four Bargains Only stores in Illinois: Mt. Zion, Champaign, Springfield, and Peoria. Their assortment included clothing, household goods, and furniture. By the 2000s, competition from big-box stores had eroded K's sales for years. Boston's Gordon Brothers Group took over the company from the founding family and appointed Bill Weinstein as president. After an effort to turn around store operations, K's announced on October 3, 2006, that it would liquidate and close to pay its creditors in full. Bargains Only stores closed ahead of their parent stores; the final one, in Mt. Zion, closed in October 2006.
K's Merchandise Mart Metal Business Card Holder
$24.99
Sale price
$24.99
Regular price
Keep cards close with a business card holder celebrating K's Merchandise, the Decatur-founded retailer established in 1957 by Raymond “Ray” Eldridge Sr. and his son Kay. Its catalog showrooms grew into a 17-store network spanning five states, making the company a recognizable part of Midwest shopping history. This keepsake connects a useful desk accessory with the story of a family business and the local department-store era it represented, appealing to collectors and former customers alike.
K's Merchandise Mart, Inc., commonly known as K's Merchandise, was a catalog showroom department store based in Decatur, Illinois. Raymond "Ray" Eldridge Sr. and his son Kay founded the company in 1957. It sold furniture, jewelry, electronics, and other general merchandise. By the time it closed, K's had 17 stores across Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Missouri, and Kentucky. The company also operated four Bargains Only stores in Illinois: Mt. Zion, Champaign, Springfield, and Peoria. Their assortment included clothing, household goods, and furniture. By the 2000s, competition from big-box stores had eroded K's sales for years. Boston's Gordon Brothers Group took over the company from the founding family and appointed Bill Weinstein as president. After an effort to turn around store operations, K's announced on October 3, 2006, that it would liquidate and close to pay its creditors in full. Bargains Only stores closed ahead of their parent stores; the final one, in Mt. Zion, closed in October 2006.
| One size | |
| Width, in | 3.67 |
| Height, in | 2.35 |
| Depth, in | 0.36 |
Product features
- Holds up to 20 standard 3.5" x 2.0" business cards
- Glossy metallic, polished exterior finish
- Velvet-like interior base for card protection
- Comfortable, pocket-friendly design
- Friction snap closure for secure storage
Care instructions
- Wipe the dust or any dirt off gently with a clean, dry cloth.
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Care instructions: Wipe the dust or any dirt off gently with a clean, dry cloth.