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Nancy Drew Vintage 1978 Book “The Mystery of the Ivory Charm” Near fine or better
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Nancy Drew Vintage Book: “The Mystery of the Ivory Charm” by Carolyn Keene, published in 1978 by Grosset & Dunlop.
” “Nancy, be careful,” Bess warned fearfully.”
A 1978 hardcover Nancy Drew book that has looks and feels like it has NEVER BEEN READ!
This is a super nice, vintage children’s hard cover with a $2.95 cover price.
Super crispy, you can feel the covers have not been opened fully ever. Some spotting on the text block lower edge, otherwise “as new”!
See accompanying images for full condition details.
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| Weight | 32 oz |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 10 × 7 × 2 in |
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