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Vintage 1950s-style Telephone Operator Doll, 1984

$29.99

1 in stock

1950s-style Telephone Operator Doll: Nostalgia’s Calling

Calling all collectors, history buffs, and communication enthusiasts! Father Joe’s Villages presents a charming vintage telephone operator doll, a delightful tribute to a bygone era.

A Blast from the Past:

  • Celebrating Telephone Pioneers: Manufactured in 1984, this doll originally supported the Telephone Pioneers of America, thus honoring the role these individuals played in connecting communities through telephone networks.
  • 1950s Style Icon: Embodying the spirit of the 1950s, the reddish-brunette doll is dressed to impress. Her outfit features a classic pink shirt, a stylish gray poodle skirt, a crisp white lace-trimmed slip, and timeless black and white shoes with bobby socks—a perfect snapshot of a bygone fashion era.
  • Interactive Features: The doll’s vinyl body allows for poseable fun. It features a movable head with sleeping eyes (blinking eyelids), and movable legs and arms, making it perfect for imaginative play or charming display.

A Collector’s Dream in Excellent Condition:

  • Pre-owned Yet Pristine: This pre-owned doll is in excellent condition, showing minimal wear and tear.
  • Original Packaging: The doll arrives housed in its original box, adding to its historical value.
  • Bonus Collectible: Included with the doll is a full-color promotional sheet showcasing other dolls in the series, a delightful bonus for collectors.

More Than Just a Doll:

By purchasing this vintage doll from Father Joe’s Villages, you’re not only acquiring a nostalgic collector’s item. You’re also contributing to our mission to prevent and end homelessness in San Diego.

Height: 15″

Condition: Pre-owned, excellent, in original box

Compare To: $23.89–$79.10 (eBay, including shipping)

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