Name: Birthstone Beauties Barbie Collection
Made by and When: Mattel, 2007
Designed by: Bill Greening
Head Sculpt: Steffie
Material: Vinyl on ModelMuse bodies
Height: 11-1/2 inches
Hair, Eyes, Mouths: Spiral-curled waist-length rooted hair in shades of light to dark brown and black with a left-side part, painted eyes, closed mouths
Clothes: Dressed identically, except for color, in lace dresses with velveteen shrugs, each doll wears a faux gemstone necklace and bracelet. Dresses and jewelry colors represent the birthstone of the month each doll represents. Each Birthstone Beauty includes a miniature dog on a leash and a doll stand.
Other: From the Barbie Collector Pink Label Birthstone Beauties Collection, each doll represents and is named after a gemstone of the month. For example, Miss Garnet (January), Miss Amethyst (February), Miss Aquamarine (March), etc. Each doll’s appearance is individualized with skin tones, makeup, and hair colors that vary.
Gallery (Photos are courtesy of Melvin and Telisa Watson.)
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