Many collectors choose to spend quite a bit on Barbie dolls that are rare or in excellent condition. On the wave of popularity of the movie “Barbie”, their prices will increase even more. In an interview with an antiques expert, Dr. Lori admitted that she believes that Barbie dolls will now cost as much as 25% more. That’s why it’s worth searching your home’s attics, basements and other nooks and crannies for different Barbie dolls. Maybe it will turn out that collectors will be able to pay a real fortune for them?
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How much was the most expensive Barbie doll sold for? The amount is impressive
To date, the most expensive Barbie doll turned out to be a copy created in cooperation between Mattel and designer Stefano Canturi. It was created in 2010 and immediately caught the eye. Barbie Stefani Canturi had blonde hair with high-up bangs and a glamorous black tulle dress. However, the eye-catching necklace made of Australian pink emerald-cut diamonds was designed by Stefano Canturi. This copy of the doll was sold at auction for $302,500, which is approximately PLN 1,131,567! However, it was a Barbie auctioned for a breast cancer research foundation.
Do you have these copies of Barbie dolls? Collectors will pay a fortune for them
Go through the boxes around the house and see if you have a Barbie doll somewhere. It may turn out that you are storing , for which you can get huge money today. One of them is the first Barbie, which was launched in 1959. This doll has a distinctive black and white striped bathing suit. In its original packaging, it can cost tens of thousands of dollars. In 2006, it sold for $27,450, and can now be found on auction sites for around $25,000.
Collectors are also willing to pay a hefty sum for a 1966 Color Magic Barbie. Dolls, outfits and other accessories from this series can cost up to $750, which is almost PLN 3,000, because such amounts can be found at various auctions. All because it was a truly unique series. This Barbie doll’s hair and swimsuit changed color when exposed to water. Rockers Barbie dolls are also included. These are models from the 80s, and each of the dolls had its own cassette with four songs. Currently, you can buy it for about $ 170, which is over PLN 600 in various auction houses.
Source: Gazeta
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