Bright 1970s American Greetings address book with a mod big-eye flower child on vivid lime green—an unused-looking retro stationery piece with snap closure.
Details
• Era: 1970s
• Maker: American Greetings
• Origin: Printed in Japan, as shown on the interior title page
• Measurements: Approx. 5 x 4 in.
• Material: Hardcover board covers with paper address pages and metal snap closure
• Color: Vivid lime green cover with black script, a red-haired big-eye girl, and a multicolor floral bouquet; yellow endpapers inside
• Design: “Flower Child” style address book featuring a mod, big-eye girl illustration with psychedelic color and hippie-inspired kawaii character art
• Interior: Alphabetized tab sections are present, with printed address and telephone entry pages
• Marking: Interior reads “Printed in Japan Exclusively for American Greetings” with item code visible in photos
Style Notes:
• This fits squarely into the late mid-century mod/retro look, with bright pop color, oversized-eyed character art, and playful stationery design associated with American Greetings imports from Japan in this era. Comparable American Greetings address books and related big-eye paper goods from Japan appear in collector references from the late 1960s into the 1970s.
• Suggested Uses: Display on a desk, stack with retro stationery, use as a prop in a studio or reading nook, or gift to a collector of mod paper ephemera, kawaii illustration, or 1970s décor
Condition Grade: Very Good
Positives
• Cover graphic is bright, crisp, and highly displayable
• Snap closure is present and appears functional in the photos
• Alphabet tabs are intact and legible
• Interior pages look clean overall, with no heavy writing visible
• Binding appears secure
• Front artwork and lettering remain strong, with excellent shelf appeal
Issues / Wear
• Light surface wear and small scuffs to the glossy cover from age and handling
• Back cover shows several visible vertical dark marks/scuffs
• Interior right flap has a noticeable small stain/discoloration mark near the snap area
• Corners and edges show minor rubbing and light wear
• Some pages show gentle age toning, especially along edges
• Light waviness/handling wear is visible in parts of the paper stack
• Small crease/wrinkle wear is visible near the inner flap and hinge area
A cheerful little desk piece that instantly adds 1970s personality.
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Please Note:
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