McDonald's "Birthday Party" Barbie Happy Meal Toy, 1993
THF101190 / McDonald's "Birthday Party" Barbie Happy Meal Toy, 1993
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Artifact Overview
During the summer of 1993, McDonald's Happy Meals had gender-specific toy choices; boys could receive a Hot Wheels car while girls could receive this Barbie doll.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Doll
Date Made
1993
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Made in China by Mattel, Inc. for McDonald's Corporation.
Location
at Henry Ford Museum in Driving America
Object ID
97.5.184.5
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Jeff and Marilyn Escue.
Material
Plastic
Color
White (Color)
Blue
Pink (Color)
Black (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 4.5 in
Width: 2.75 in
Length: 2.25 in
Inscriptions
Stamped on bottom: MADE FOR MCDONALD'S / MATTEL INC / CHINA / SW
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