1981 One year edition Effanbee John Wayne doll with hat and letter authenticity.

Vintage Effanbee John Wayne commemorative doll from 1981. This doll is part of Effanbee's Legend Series, often referred to as the Symbol of the West edition. The doll stands approximately 17 to 18 inches tall and is dressed in authentic Western attire, including a brown vest, a cream-colored shirt, brown pants, and a red-orange neckerchief. The item includes the original box and a notable piece of ephemera: a letter from Wayne Enterprises dated January 1981. This letter confirms the doll's commemorative nature, its production by Effanbee, and mentions that it was a one-year edition with proceeds supporting John Wayne's cancer research center. The presence of the original box and this specific letter adds significant value and collectibility to the item. A cowboy hat accessory is also included.