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Introduction: More Congost Barbie
In the world of Barbie dolls, collectors are always on the lookout for rare and unique finds. Today, we delve deeper into the captivating realm of Congost Barbie dolls, showcasing a few gems that you may not have seen before. These hidden treasures from Spain, produced by Congost under license due to Mattel’s limited production capacity, offer a fascinating glimpse into the world of Spanish Barbie dolls. Join us as we embark on a journey to discover these exquisite dolls and learn more about their captivating history. There are more Congost Barbie dolls than you might imagine.
1. Unveiling the Spanish Beauties:
In our previous blog post, we introduced you to some of the remarkable Congost Barbie dolls. However, our collection extends beyond that, with even more dolls waiting to be explored. These dolls have a distinct charm that sets them apart from the rest but they tend to loose their hair or have vanishing Make up. That’s at least a sign that you have a Congost Barbie in front of you.
![Exploring the Hidden Treasures: More Congost Barbie Dolls 1 blonde great shapes barbie in red black dress from oscar de la rent, unsual blue eyes for a spanish doll, hair is longer than from the regular great shape barbie but this one is the spanish version from congost](https://barbie.final-memory.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Aerobica-Barbie-in-Oscar-de-la-rent-dress-congost-spain.jpg)
![Exploring the Hidden Treasures: More Congost Barbie Dolls 2 Spanish Aerobica Barbie from Congost, produced under license in the early 1980s when mattel had not enough capacity to produce all dolls themselves](https://barbie.final-memory.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/aerobica-barbie-from-spain-great-shapes-version-congost.jpg)
![Exploring the Hidden Treasures: More Congost Barbie Dolls 3 Hard to find aerobica barbie with blonde hair and blue-greenish eyes and a platinum blonde mane](https://barbie.final-memory.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/aerobica-barbie-from-spain.jpg)
2. The Story Behind Congost Barbie Dolls:
Congost, a Spanish company, began producing Barbie dolls under license from Mattel when the demand for these iconic dolls grew after the death of Franco beyond Mattel’s production capacity. This collaboration allowed Congost to create unique Barbie dolls that catered to the Spanish market, highlighting their cultural diversity and aesthetic preferences. Although a huge part of the population in Spain is black haired or brunette, Barbie dolls were almost always available as blonde version. Link to the first article about Congost Barbie https://barbie.final-memory.org/the-enigmatic-spanish-barbie-dolls-from-congost-unraveling-the-untold-story/(opens in a new tab)
3. Identifying the Hidden Treasures:
As we present these additional Congost Barbie dolls, we invite you to join us in identifying and appreciating their distinctive features. Through your help and expertise, we can shed more light on these dolls, further enriching our understanding and appreciation for Spanish Barbie dolls. At first I thought I had almost all Barbie dolls from Congost until I found more Congost Barbie dolls on a certain platform. By the way here’s one more of them https://barbielistholland.wordpress.com/2014/10/18/1959-2014-fityfive-years-big-changes-of-the-barbie-doll-part-i/1978-congost-superstar-barbie-casino-doll-nrfb-mib-spain/
4. A Glimpse into Spanish Barbie Fashion:
One of the most captivating aspects of Congost Barbie dolls is their fashion. Reflecting the vibrant Spanish culture, these dolls don exquisite ensembles that showcase the country’s rich heritage. We see here a lot of variation from the normal Barbie dolls made for the US- and European market which were unknown to almost all of us but the ones being in Spain in that time for vacation. From Alta Coutura dresses to traditional regional costumes, each outfit tells a unique story and adds to the allure of these dolls.
![Exploring the Hidden Treasures: More Congost Barbie Dolls 4 Spanish springtime barbie or at least I bought her as springtime magic, I don't know if this is true or not. Her arm position is very different from my European Springtime Magic Barbie](https://barbie.final-memory.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Spanish-Springtime-Barbie-Congost.jpg)
![Exploring the Hidden Treasures: More Congost Barbie Dolls 5 Unusual amount of eyelashes for a Barbie doll for the early 80s, 4 above and 4 below the eyelid, I'm not really sure if this is a Springtime Magic Barbie from Spain but I bought her as one](https://barbie.final-memory.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Congost-Springtime-Barbie-Spain.jpg)
5. Collecting more Congost Barbie Dolls:
For avid Barbie collectors, uncovering these hidden treasures can be a thrilling experience. Whether you are a seasoned collector or a novice enthusiast, these rare Congost dolls offer an exciting addition to any Barbie collection. Their scarcity and unique designs make them highly sought after among collectors worldwide. Due to a quality not as good as the US version Barbie dolls a lot of them did not survive the millenium. That’s at least what I was told when asking a friend with an apartment in Spain.
Conclusion:
In our quest to explore the world of Barbie dolls, we’ve discovered the enchanting realm of Congost Barbie dolls. These hidden treasures from Spain, produced under license by Congost due to Mattel’s limited production capacity, captivate collectors with their distinctive charm and exquisite fashion. With your help, we can further identify and appreciate these Spanish Barbie dolls, adding to our knowledge and enjoyment of this fascinating hobby. Embark on this journey with us and uncover the beauty of Congost Barbie dolls, a testament to the allure of the Barbie universe.
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