NRFB

Writing & Everyday abbreviation · Classified Ad

NRFB
Stands forNever removed from box
CategoriesWriting & Everyday

NRFB stands for Never removed from box, a classified ad abbreviation also used in business.

Collector term for a toy, doll, figure or model kept sealed in its original packaging since purchase. NRFB items command premium prices because packaging condition affects value.

Example: Holiday Barbie 1988 doll, NRFB, box has minor shelf wear on one corner.

Usage notes

Collectors of action figures, dolls and die-cast cars distinguish NRFB from MIB (mint in box), which may have been opened carefully, and from loose items. Box condition is graded separately, so sellers note shelf wear, dents or yellowed plastic. Reputable sellers show close-up photos of tape and seals.

More classified ad abbreviations

  • MBR – Master bedroom
  • MIB – Mint in box
  • N/P – No pets
  • N/S – Nonsmoker or no smoking
  • neg. – Negotiable
  • NIB – New in box
  • NWOT – New without tags
  • NWT – New with tags
  • OAC – On approved credit
  • OBO – Or best offer
  • ONO – Or nearest offer
  • OOAK – One of a kind

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