You can make millions if you have this in the back of your closet or in the attic

Interest in Barbie dolls has skyrocketed, after the arrival of the new Greta Gerwing film. Fans not only went to the cinemas in Barbie-style clothes, but interest in babies has also been renewed. Mattel has reported a $27 billion increase in profits since the film premiered, and collectors are seeking out rare Barbie dolls, some are even able to pay millions for them. We have now collected the most popular Barbies on the market right now, so you can too there is one in the attic,then you can make a lot of money with it.

The Original Barbie

One of the most valuable Barbies is the one that was made the first time. This doll was launched 65 years ago, in 1959. She wears a striped bathing suit with a blonde ponytail and red lipstick. Designed by the inventor of Barbie, Ruth Handler, the doll was sold for just $3 that year. Although there are many special anniversary editions of the original Barbie, true Original Barbies are much harder to find, so if you own one, especially in mint condition, it’s worth its weight in gold. This rare Barbie doll can be worth up to 27,000 dollars, almost HUF 10 million.

Stefano Canturi Barbie

The world’s most expensive Barbie, whose jewelry was designed by the Australian Stefano Canturi, was sold for $302,500 (111 million HUF) at Christie’s auction in New York, the proceeds went to a foundation supporting breast cancer. To promote the new Barbie collection, Mattel commissioned Canturi to create the finger-wide necklaces and matching tiny rings. The baby wears a necklace of three-carat white diamonds surrounding a one-carat, square-shaped, emerald-cut pink diamond. Jeweler Stefano Canturi also designed the baby’s black strapless party dress, stilettos and wavy blonde hair.

Diamond Barbie – De Beers

The De Beers Barbie was produced for the 40th anniversary of the dolls in 1999 and sold for $85,000 (HUF 31 million). Designed by De Beers, her evening dress is adorned with 160 diamonds and she wears white gold miniature jewelry and accessories.

Celebration 2000 Barbie

This Barbie was a limited edition made in 2000, therefore, it was in high demand among collectors. Special doll released on the occasion of the millennium in mint condition It is sold on eBay for over 11,000 dollars (4 million HUF).

Gala Evening Barbie

This exceptionally beautiful Barbie was made in 1965, it was only available in the European and Japanese markets. It was sold at Christie’s auction house in 2006 for $9,148 (HUF 3,300,000). She was so successful because of her beautiful dress and bendable legs. Among Mattel’s Barbies, this was one of the most sought after dresses, the beautiful evening dress and coat are framed with fur. Pearl earrings complete the stunning outfit. It is an incredibly sought-after piece by fashion-mad collectors.

Lorraine Schwartz Barbie

Jewelry designer Lorraine Schwartz, whose creations have been worn by celebrities such as Jennifer Lopez and Beyoncé, created this beautiful redheaded Barbie. It once sold for $7,500 (almost HUF 3 million) at an auction. Barbie’s jewelry – including a small, diamond-encrusted letter “B” on her waist – is actually worth more than 25,000 dollars (9,200,000 HUF).

Karl Lagerfeld Barbie

The limited edition Karl Lagerfeld Barbies were originally sold for $200 (approx. HUF 74 thousand) in 2014. With only 999 in existence worldwide, these dolls are now worth thousands of dollars on eBay. One was sold in May 2023 for $5,275 (approx. HUF 2 million).

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