The Spider Sapphire Mystery

"I should say that Nancy Drew has made this spider the most famous one that ever lived on this earth!" — George Fayne, The Spider Sapphire Mystery

Basic Book Details

• Full Title: The Spider Sapphire Mystery (Nancy Drew Mystery Stories #45)
• Publication Year: 1968 (First published December 1967)
• Total Page Count: 176 - 192 pages
• Endpaper Design: Blue Multi-Scene (Multi-Pic). This iconic 1960s pattern features 22 distinct scenes from various Nancy Drew volumes, specifically depicting moments from books #1 through #35.
• Cover Artist: Rudy Nappi
• Original Language: English
• Publisher: Grosset & Dunlap
• ISBN: 0448095459

Authorship Information

• Credited Author: Carolyn Keene
• Ghost Writer: Harriet Stratemeyer Adams

Story Synopsis

Thrilling, dangerous adventures confront Nancy Drew while on a safari in East Africa with a group of American college students. The mystery begins in River Heights when her father’s client, Floyd Ramsay—a creator of synthetic gems—is accused of stealing a magnificent, natural "Spider Sapphire" and claiming it as his own. As Nancy prepares for her journey, unknown enemies attempt to blackmail Ramsay and use vicious tactics to deter Nancy from leaving.

Once in Kenya, the stakes escalate from River Heights to the African veldt. Alongside her loyal friends Bess and George, and Emerson College favorites Ned, Burt, and Dave, Nancy must track down an injured jungle guide who has mysteriously disappeared. This volume is a hallmark of the "Revised Text" era style, featuring a fast-paced 20-chapter narrative filled with international intrigue.

Physical Condition & Seller Notes

Please Note: I have multiple copies of each Nancy Drew volume, so the book you receive may not be the exact book pictured. However, I guarantee the quality of the book will be as good as or better than the one shown. The volume number, edition, cover art, and end pages will match exactly what is pictured. I offer a no-questions-asked return policy for your peace of mind.

Collector's Information

This 1968 edition is a “Yellow Spine” picture cover book. It features the artwork printed directly on the boards with no dust jacket. Collectors should note the specific back cover design: Nancy Drew looking out from behind a tree in the upper right corner, which is characteristic of the mid-60s printings. Reference: series-books.com.

Collector's Q&A

Does this book have the original 25-chapter text?
No. The Spider Sapphire Mystery was written after the series transition; all versions of volume #45 contain the standard 20-chapter text and six internal illustrations.

How can I tell if this is a 1960s printing or a 1970s printing?
The key is the back cover. This 1968 version features Nancy behind a tree. Printings from 1969 onwards transitioned to the "Magnifying Glass" back cover pose.

Is GoFigment Legit?
Absolutely! GoFigment is a small business founded by a lifelong collector who still remembers the joy of unwrapping those first treasures in the late 1970s. Every item we offer, including our Nancy Drew collection, is personally sourced, authenticated, and handled with the reverence it deserves.