Original Listing Description

My mother is the original owner of this 1960 Mattel #3 Brunette Barbie doll with brown eyeliner (only #3’s have brown eyeliner), stock #850 (made in Japan; stamped “Japan” on bottoms of both her feet). It comes with all the original items: box, little brochure with pages of Barbie fashions, metal stand, hoop earrings, sunglasses with blue lens, black and white bathing suit and high heels. Face painting, hairdo, fingernail and toenail polish are all original and in perfect condition. She has the faded skin that you see in Barbie’s 1 thru 3 and the crayon scent. She is also one of the few Barbies with nipples!This doll has never been played with. Having said that, there are minor defects that have occurred with the passage of time. Please see photos for details but they include:1. Minor discoloration spot on forehead (upper right) as well as on right shoulder and at joint for arm and shoulder. Also, slight difference in color on upper right back (please see photos). These sorts of spots do occur with age. This is NO greening around the earrings.2. One high heel has a broken strap (please see photo). I have not attempted repair but I think this can be done.3. Because the shoes were left on the doll, the black plastic shoes have discolored the doll’s feet (please see photo). However, with the shoes on, this defect cannot be seen.4. There is also a small crack in the base of the stand but it still works well (see photo).5. The box has one end severed at the edges (flap intact) and the other end has a small water mark (please see photos)For an almost 64 year old doll, she is in very good condition. She will make an excellent addition to someone’s collection.The barbie will be insured for shipping. (Condition: Pre-Owned)

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