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Nancy Drew Vintage 1978 Book “The Mystery of the Ivory Charm” Near fine or better
$18.00
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”!
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| Weight | 32 oz |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 10 × 7 × 2 in |
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