The first live-action “Barbie” movie is hitting theaters this week and fans are ready. The film has sparked nostalgia for many Barbie lovers, some of whom may even still have a few Barbie dolls in their collection. And it turns out, some of those Barbies could be worth quite a bit today.
These are the 10 most valuable Barbie dolls of all time, according to data from BonusFinder:
10) Bob Mackie Countess Dracula Barbie (2011) - Fashion designer Bob Mackie collaborated with Barbie to create one of the most expensive Barbie dolls of all time. This one has red hair, an incredible dress and has a resale value of up to $886.
9) Harvey Nichols Special Edition Barbie (1995) - This vintage doll was originally a special limited edition model for the British luxury department store, Harvey Nichols, and is worth up to $900.
8) Barbie Baby-Sits Outfit (1963) - The vintage outfit and toy set came out just four years after the very first Barbie and includes a baby, a baby bottle, a pink bassinet, a Coke bottle, a telephone list and more, and could sell for as much as $1,036.
7) Special 2000 Edition Celebration Barbie (2000) - She was released at the turn of the millennium and wears a shiny golden ball gown and is now worth as much as $1,051.
6) Byron Lars Coco Barbie (2007) - Fashion designer Byron Lars created this Barbie, who’s dressed in a quilted white puffer vest, bright pink gloves, and she has a resale value of up to $1,101.
5) City Smart Barbie (2003) - This doll wears a black pencil dress and could be worth as much as $1,151.
4) Happy Holidays Barbie Brunette (1997) - With her long, brown hair, she has a value of up to $1,201.
3) Golden Gala Barbie (2009) - A creation of designer Robert Best, this retro-inspired Barbie sells for up to $1,451.
2) Dahlia Barbie (2006) - She was also created by Robert Best, who’s been designing Barbie dolls for more than 25 years. This doll has a strapless white on black lace gown, white satin opera gloves and a resale value of $2,423.
1) Barbie #1 (1959) - The most valuable Barbie doll of all time is the first one ever made, which sold for just $3 originally. She sports a black and white swimsuit and gold hoop earrings and is worth up to a staggering $27,450.
Source: Best Life
Scott's Thoughts:
- How much can I get for my old "Stretch Armstrong?"
- For my girls, it was less about Barbie and more about American Girl Dolls!
- I have never been good at keeping stuff. Call me the opposite of a hoarder. I throw away everything!