Vintage 1997 Chilean Barbie Dolls of the World #18559 NRFB

Description

This doll is one of my favorite Barbies from the Dolls of the World grouping. It is with some reluctance that I have decided to offer her to a new collector, but as they say, you can’t take it with you and before my eyesight dims and my typing fingers get too stiff, I need to set her free.
The back of the box features cultural information about Chile, and includes this information about the outfit she wears. “My charming costume is based on the clothing of the ‘huaso,’ or Chilean cowboy, and is worn for roundups and rodeos. My bolero jacket is worn over a traditional dress with ruffles on the top and a black skirt on the bottom. My costume sports a hat and sash banded in red, blue and white, the colors on the Chilean flag.” Notice the white button accent on the bolero jacket and the fringe at the sash. Not mentioned are the doll’s silver earrings and ring or her black boots. She was originally holding a white lace hankie in her left hand, but at some point, it slipped from her tiny hand and fluttered to the bottom of the box, where it still rests. A display stand comes with.
This doll has never been removed from the box, and though the box features tabs that allow the flaps to be opened without damaging the top or bottom, both still have the original tape in place. The box’s cello surround makes for wonderful display and the lace trim detail at the top of the box reflects the lace trim on Barbie’s costume. The original .99 price sticker is still on the top of the box. Figuring in inflation, that would be .88 in today’s marketplace, still a bargain in my book for such a well-conceived doll. Get one while you can, as I don’t think Mattel will ever release a remake of this doll.
Made in China. For ages 3 and up. From a non-smoking, Barbie-loving home.
Please note that I do not ship outside of the continental United States, but international buyers can purchase via Ebay’s Global Shipping Program. Rest assured that your doll has been well cared for over the years, and that it will be packed with the utmost of care as it heads off to its new home after a few tears shed at the post office.