Complete & Unauthorized Guide to Vintage Barbie® Dolls - Hillary Shilkitus James

An indispensable resource catering to enthusiasts and collectors of Barbie®, this extensively updated and enhanced edition presents a wealth of new visuals and meticulously updated price points, all encapsulated within a conveniently portable format. Spanning across more than 1,200 exquisite full-color photographs, this comprehensive compendium documents the entirety of Barbie's evolution during her classic era, spanning from 1959 to 1972. Encompassing not just Barbie herself but also her sibling Skipper®, and their friends, relations, and pets. Ken®, Midge®, Allan®, Francie®, Skooter®, and all the rest are here. Unveiling an unprecedented level of intricacy and accompanied by an abundance of visuals, each photograph impeccably displays the original ensemble components. Comprehensively accounting both for items that have been removed from their packaging and those still intact within, the valuation insights are comprehensive. Alongside this, crucial information including stock identification numbers, manufacturing dates, and corresponding values is meticulously supplied for each individual entry. This edition fundamentally transforms the understanding of Barbie collectibles, establishing itself as an unparalleled reference guide adorned with a treasure trove of imagery and insights.