![]() “A few rarities might be unearthed, but it might cause stagnation in the market. ![]() And a lot of them aren’t going to be valuable,” Chulew said. ![]() “I think what you’re going to see in the next 30 to 60 days are a lot of people selling their childhood dolls. The rest of the Barbie line, and even vintage dolls that were mentioned in the movie, are likely worth no more than they were last year. Mattel reveals first Barbie doll with Down syndrome According to Chulew, first- and second-issue Francie dolls from 1967-1969 are tough to find, while Alpha Kappa Alpha Barbies (which commemorated the historically African American sorority) can go for up to around $1,000. Other valuable dolls include rarer Barbies that weren’t widely produced - like the brunette mentioned above - and, specifically, Black Barbies. ![]() Both can sell for hundreds to the right collectors. (Robyn Beck/AFP via Getty Images)Īnother coveted doll is the Side-Part American Girl Barbie produced in the mid-‘60s, which can go for “about $3,000” (and reportedly once sold for almost double), according to the expert.Ĭollectors also tend to prize “Twist ‘n Turn” Stacey dolls (not to be confused with Stacie dolls) from the late ‘60s, as well as “Steffie-face” Barbies (i.e., a type of doll using a certain face mold) introduced a few years later. This particular doll - and the brunette version - are some of the most valuable to collectors. A 1959 Ponytail Barbie, from the first series ever produced, is displayed at the interactive exhibition “The World of Barbie” on June 28, 2023, in Santa Monica, California. ![]()
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