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The most valuable holiday Barbies are from the years 1988-1992. Dolls that are MIB (mint in box) from those years sell for between $40-$200. A set of NRFB (never removed from box) dolls from 1988 to 1998 can sell for around $1,000.

How much is the original Holiday Barbie worth?

The Carol Spencer Holiday Barbie was a 1994 special edition prototype that has been estimated to cost $999, but is currently on sale on eBay for a whopping $5,000. Carol Spencer was a designer for Mattel since the 1960s, hence the prototype name and the incredible value.

Are Barbies from the 80s worth anything?

The Glory of the ’80s Barbie was released quite recently in 2017. Its value comes from its limited quantity of only 100 manufactured, and a boxed, pristine version could reap $1,000.

How much is a 1988 Holiday Barbie worth?

Based on my research, values for a mint in the box 1988 Holiday Barbie range from $450 to $650, a 1989 Holiday Barbie from $125 to $150, and a 1990 Holiday Barbie from $65 to $100.

What was the first Holiday Barbie?

The 1988 Happy Holiday Barbie is considered to be the first “Collectible Barbie,” although it wasn’t originally planned that way. When this doll hit the market, it sold out rapidly and almost immediately began to command big prices on the secondary market.

What is the rarest Barbie?

11 Rarest Barbies in Existence
Water Lily.1988 Happy Holidays.Marie Antoinette.Inland Steel Barbie.1997 Misprint 10th Anniversary Holiday Barbie.Midnight Red Barbie.De Beers Barbie.Barbie by Stefano Canturi.

How much did a Barbie cost in 1980?

The doll cost $3 and sported a ponytail, thick black eyeliner with a touch of blue shadow, arched eyebrows, red nail polish, a stylish black and white bathing suit, gold hoop earrings, open-toed slide sandals and white cat eye sunglasses. In the first year, 300,000 Barbie dolls were sold.

Are 90’s Barbies worth anything?

This “Barbie Loves Elvis” collector’s doll set from 1997 is currently being sold for $149 on eBay. A “Jeweled Splendor” Barbie usually goes for around $150, while a Pink Splendor Barbie has sold for a whopping $1,000.

How do I know what Barbie I have?

How To Identify Barbie Dolls – Resources, Websites and Tips To
Look at the Body. Look at the Back of the Head. Look at Anything A Bit “Different” About the Doll (for example; hair, tattoos, piercings, earrings, etc.) The Mattel Customer Service Website. Google Images. Amazon. Social Media. Doll Blogs.

What is the most popular Barbie doll?

The best-selling Barbie doll is Totally Hair Barbie, released in 1992. Totally Hair Barbie has sold more than 10 million dolls worldwide.

When did Barbie’s body change?

1997: Barbie’s waist gets bigger

Mattel decided to give Barbie a more realistic figure in 1997, making her waist bigger and breasts smaller.

Do pawn shops buy Barbies?

Selling original Barbie dolls or other collectibles and their accessories like doll houses can earn you top dollar. 1st United Pawn and Loan wants to buy them and put cash in your hands! Like any collectible, the condition of the toy is paramount.

What can you do with old Barbie dolls?

To participate, consumers can print a free shipping label from the Mattel website, then pack and mail their old toys back to the company. Those toys will then be sorted by material type so they can be recycled.

What are 1966 Barbies worth?

They are very rare and can sell between $500 and $1,000 if in mint condition. The second answer is more complicated: Mattel had the Twist N Turn waist for the Barbie doll patented in 1966, and that design of waist/body was used for dolls sold between 1967 and 1999.

What year did Happy Holidays Barbie come out?

Happy Holiday Barbie Dolls were made from 1988 to 1998. The 1988 Happy Holiday Barbie is considered to be the first “Collectible Barbie”, although it wasn’t originally planned that way. The dolls rapidly sold out and almost immediately began to command big prices on the secondary market.