Vintage Hispanic Barbie (Dolls of the World Collection, 1979/1980)

This is a vintage 'Hispanic Barbie' doll, model number 1292, manufactured by Mattel. The doll is housed in its original 'Never Removed From Box' (NRFB) condition. She features long, dark hair and dark eyes, styled in a traditional cultural ensemble consisting of a full red skirt with black lace trim, a white peasant-style blouse with lace detailing, and a black lace shawl (mantilla). The packaging is characterized by its signature 1980s aesthetic, featuring a vibrant pink box with bilingual text in English and Spanish. The front of the box displays stylized graphic artwork of the doll and the vintage Barbie logo. In terms of condition, the cardboard box shows visible signs of shelf wear, including corner crushing, minor creases, and some discoloration typical for its age (circa 1980). The clear plastic window appears mostly intact but may have light scuffing. There is handwritten text at the top of the box 'TERRI 12-25-1980', suggesting it was a Christmas gift from that year. This doll represents an early effort in Mattel's diversity expansion following the Christie and Black Barbie releases, marking it as a significant piece in the history of the Barbie brand. The craftsmanship reflects the mass-production standards of the early 1980s, utilizing plastic for the body and synthetic fibers for the hair and clothing.