Vintage Barbie Dolls
The 1960's vintage Barbie dolls all had a face that has now became a Barbie trademark - sleepy eyes highlighted by black eyeliner, pouting-style lips with red or coral lipstick, and raised eyebrows.
There are several groups within the 1960's line of Barbies though that can make all the difference in figuring out how rare and valuable a doll is.
While it may be hard for you to tell the difference between these dolls initially, it's easy to tell the difference between them once you know the trademark things to look for in each group.
The Barbie "ponytail" dolls (1959-1956) had curled bangs and their hair pulled back in a ponytail.
"Bubblecut" dolls (1961-1967) had short, tight hairstyles that looked like a bubble surrounding Barbie's head (therefore the nickname "bubblecut").
In 1963, Fashion Queen Barbie was in production.
She had molded, painted hair and three wigs.
The most sought after (and valuable) Barbies were created between the years of 1964 and 1966.
These years are considered Barbie's most glamorous period.
This glam period started with the 1964 "swirl ponytail" Barbie.
True to the name, she had a swirled ponytail held back with a yellow ribbon.
Also very sought after is the 1964 Miss Barbie, which was the first Barbie with bendable legs and the only Barbie that could open and close her eyes.
She also had molded hair, and came with three wigs - much like the Fashion Queen Barbie.
The American Girl Barbie (1965-1966) is a very popular doll, mostly due to 1600 series ensembles being the most glamorous.
She had chin to shoulder length hair with bangs.
The most rare and valuable of the 1960's Barbies though is the 1966 Color Magic Barbie.
She had either blonde or black hair that changed to red once a special solution was applied to it.
She was a very colorful doll, with a multicolor diamond print swimsuit and headband combined with vivid makeup.
Some dolls have more colorful makeup and are therefore considered most valuable.
The 1960's line of vintage Barbie dolls was the most glamorous period for Barbie indeed.
Anyone is lucky to have one of these dolls.
Hopefully, these tips on what differentiates the 1960's era of Barbies will help you find that special doll you want for your collection.
There are several groups within the 1960's line of Barbies though that can make all the difference in figuring out how rare and valuable a doll is.
While it may be hard for you to tell the difference between these dolls initially, it's easy to tell the difference between them once you know the trademark things to look for in each group.
The Barbie "ponytail" dolls (1959-1956) had curled bangs and their hair pulled back in a ponytail.
"Bubblecut" dolls (1961-1967) had short, tight hairstyles that looked like a bubble surrounding Barbie's head (therefore the nickname "bubblecut").
In 1963, Fashion Queen Barbie was in production.
She had molded, painted hair and three wigs.
The most sought after (and valuable) Barbies were created between the years of 1964 and 1966.
These years are considered Barbie's most glamorous period.
This glam period started with the 1964 "swirl ponytail" Barbie.
True to the name, she had a swirled ponytail held back with a yellow ribbon.
Also very sought after is the 1964 Miss Barbie, which was the first Barbie with bendable legs and the only Barbie that could open and close her eyes.
She also had molded hair, and came with three wigs - much like the Fashion Queen Barbie.
The American Girl Barbie (1965-1966) is a very popular doll, mostly due to 1600 series ensembles being the most glamorous.
She had chin to shoulder length hair with bangs.
The most rare and valuable of the 1960's Barbies though is the 1966 Color Magic Barbie.
She had either blonde or black hair that changed to red once a special solution was applied to it.
She was a very colorful doll, with a multicolor diamond print swimsuit and headband combined with vivid makeup.
Some dolls have more colorful makeup and are therefore considered most valuable.
The 1960's line of vintage Barbie dolls was the most glamorous period for Barbie indeed.
Anyone is lucky to have one of these dolls.
Hopefully, these tips on what differentiates the 1960's era of Barbies will help you find that special doll you want for your collection.
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