Vintage WWII Satin USMC Pillow Cover — Parris Island Mother Souvenir with Fringe

A sentimental piece of World War II-era military ephemera, this satin souvenir pillow cover commemorates the U.S. Marine Corps at Parris Island, South Carolina. The ivory satin front features the Eagle, Globe and Anchor emblem alongside vivid pink roses, patriotic stars, a printed poem dedicated to “Mother,” and golden yellow fringe trim. These decorative pillow covers were popular keepsakes sent or brought home by servicemen during the WWII era.

Condition
Good vintage condition with age-related wrinkling and wear to the satin and fringe. A very small orange-colored stain is present on the front. Printed graphics remain bright and highly visible. Please review photos closely for condition.

Measurements
Pillow Cover: 17.5" x 17"
Fringe: Approximately 2"
Overall Size Including Fringe: Approximately 21.5" x 21"

Material
Satin fabric
Rayon or synthetic fringe trim

Origin
Parris Island, South Carolina, USA
Era: World War II, circa 1940s

Styling Notes
A particularly evocative piece for a collection of WWII militaria, vintage patriotic textiles, or wartime ephemera. The combination of romantic florals, brilliant satin, military imagery, and the sentimental “Mother” verse makes it equally striking displayed as a textile rather than used as a pillow cover.

Additional Notes
Pillow cover only; no insert included.

A unique find and purr-fectly peculiar.