Mervyn's Passport Cover
3.9" x 5.8" / Black
$28.99
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Take a familiar part of American retail history along on your travels with this Mervyn's passport cover. The company began in San Lorenzo, California, in 1949 and grew into a regional department store chain serving suburban families. Its expansion, years as Mervyn's California, 2008 liquidation, and later online presence mark distinct chapters in the brand's story. For collectors and former shoppers, this travel accessory offers a personal connection to a store name remembered across generations.
Mervyn's was an American department store chain founded by Mervin G. Morris, who opened its first store in San Lorenzo, California, on July 29, 1949. Its lower-priced approach and modest store format helped it appeal to suburban families. A second store opened at Fremont Hub in 1962, and by 1978 the chain had grown to more than 50 stores in three states. That year it was acquired by Dayton-Hudson Corporation, later known as Target Corporation, while retaining a separate identity. From 1995 to 2001, stores used the name Mervyn's California before returning to Mervyn's. Target announced a sale in 2004, and the chain was acquired by a group of investors that included Sun Capital Partners, Cerberus Capital Management, and Lubert-Adler Management. Mervyn's filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in July 2008; the case became a Chapter 7 liquidation in October, and remaining stores were slated to close by year-end. In 2009, the Morris family bought back the company's intellectual property and announced plans for an internet-based relaunch. A later online-only store has been described as specializing in closeout and overstock merchandise.
Take a familiar part of American retail history along on your travels with this Mervyn's passport cover. The company began in San Lorenzo, California, in 1949 and grew into a regional department store chain serving suburban families. Its expansion, years as Mervyn's California, 2008 liquidation, and later online presence mark distinct chapters in the brand's story. For collectors and former shoppers, this travel accessory offers a personal connection to a store name remembered across generations.
Mervyn's was an American department store chain founded by Mervin G. Morris, who opened its first store in San Lorenzo, California, on July 29, 1949. Its lower-priced approach and modest store format helped it appeal to suburban families. A second store opened at Fremont Hub in 1962, and by 1978 the chain had grown to more than 50 stores in three states. That year it was acquired by Dayton-Hudson Corporation, later known as Target Corporation, while retaining a separate identity. From 1995 to 2001, stores used the name Mervyn's California before returning to Mervyn's. Target announced a sale in 2004, and the chain was acquired by a group of investors that included Sun Capital Partners, Cerberus Capital Management, and Lubert-Adler Management. Mervyn's filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in July 2008; the case became a Chapter 7 liquidation in October, and remaining stores were slated to close by year-end. In 2009, the Morris family bought back the company's intellectual property and announced plans for an internet-based relaunch. A later online-only store has been described as specializing in closeout and overstock merchandise.
| 3.9" x 5.8" | |
| Height, in | 5.79 |
| Width (Closed), in | 3.94 |
| Width (Open), in | 8.03 |
| Depth, in | 0.39 |
Product features
- Two card slots plus pockets for boarding passes or IDs
- Cruelty-free black PU faux leather exterior
- RFID-blocking lining to protect against skimming
- One-size fits most passports (3.9″ × 5.8″)
- Vibrant front-cover print with potential edge fading on darker solids
Care instructions
- Wipe with a damp cloth, air dry or use a soft, non-abrasive cloth
EU representative: HONSON VENTURES LIMITED, gpsr@honsonventures.com, 3, Gnaftis House flat 102, Limassol, Mesa Geitonia, 4003, CY
Product information: Generic brand, two year warranty in the EU and Northern Ireland
Care instructions: Wipe with a damp cloth, air dry or use a soft, non-abrasive cloth