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Vintage 1965/1966 Mattel Francie Doll with Original Tagged Bathing Suit – Made in JapanUp for sale is a wonderfully preserved vintage Straight-Leg Francie doll (Barbie’s MOD\'ern cousin), Mattel model #1140 made in Japan. This early model features her classic brunette hair, brown eyes, and painted eyelashes. While her original striped swimsuit is heavily frayed and shows significant wear along the mesh straps, the doll herself boasts a gorgeous face with vivid original paint and an incredibly deep, sharp torso stamp that is rarely seen this crisp. She is an absolute dream for a collector looking to re-dress or restore an authentic, early-era piece!Please read the full description and review all photos—including the detailed magnifying glass close-ups—carefully for the exact condition details. details.Doll Features & Details:Brand/Model: Vintage Straight-Leg Francie (Mattel #1140)Markings: Features an exceptionally crisp, deep, and perfectly legible 5-line Mattel patent stamp on her rear torso (fully visible in the magnifying glass close-up photo). It clearly reads: © 1965 / MATTEL, INC. / U.S. PATENTED / U.S. PAT. PEND. / MADE IN JAPAN.Face/Makeup: Face paint and original makeup are still nice, clear, and visible. This is the authentic early version with painted eyelashes.Body/Limbs: Features a stationary body and rigid, non-bendable limbs.Condition Notes (Please Read):Hair: The hair has been previously trimmed/cut by a past owner (please review the magnifying glass photo closely for a detailed look at the bangs and current length).Bathing Suit: Includes her original striped Francie™ ©1965 Mattel tagged swimsuit. The swimsuit is in fair/played-with condition with noticeable fraying along the shoulder straps and upper mesh material, but the inner fabric tag remains completely intact and legible.Body Condition: The doll is vintage and showing minor signs of normal age/wear but holds poses nicely. No major marks. No missing digitsShips fast and carefully packaged to preserve her vintage condition.Item is sold as-is. Comes from a smoke-free home.
Return Policy: Due to the vintage nature of this 1960s collectible, this item is being sold As-Is with no returns accepted. Detailed condition notes regarding the trimmed hair and swimsuit wear have been explicitly provided, and multiple high-definition magnifying glass photos have been included to guarantee total transparency. Please review all media carefully and ask any questions prior to purchasing.