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This is the place to ask a Barbie related question or comment that you don't mind being shared with others, so they can jump in with responses too! I may not respond to every comment, as I am hoping everyone shares the knowledge, they have learned over the years with other Barbie friends. Thank you to all that have contributed!
This is the place to ask a Barbie related question or comment that you don't mind being shared with others, so they can jump in with responses too! I may not respond to every comment, as I am hoping everyone shares the knowledge, they have learned over the years with other Barbie friends. Thank you to all that have contributed!
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ReplyDeleteI'm searching for a mint white ginger bubble cut barbie.
Please email me at gluchlich88@gmail.com
I believe I have a White Ginger with black stand, shoes, outfit, sunglass, but no box. The marking on her left butt cheek is #3. Also marked on her inner thigh is NV226. Do these markings help place the date or verify that it is a white ginger? Another site looked like the #3 could mean it is a 1960 doll??? She has pale pink lips, red nail polish, teal eye liner, hollow body, Japan on foot, blonde (somewhat oxidized). Says Barbie R Pats Pend 1958 (Roman Num) By Mattel Inc. Trying to positively identify this doll. Confused about the terms "Lucy Lips". Does pale pink lips equate to Bubble gum lips then if WG??
ReplyDeleteHere's a link from my website with detailed information about the white Ginger. Also the term Lucy Lips refers to big red lips.
Deletehttp://myvintagebarbies.com/white-ginger-bubblecut.htm
Hello,
ReplyDeleteI'm looking for information on the Living Eli dolls. What is the difference between Iki Iki Eli and Sun Sun Eli? The only Sun Sun I've seen online was sold on eBay and was identicial to Iki Iki.
If you don't know, would you happen to have the name of a site or person who would help me out?
Thanks very much, love your blog!
Vivian
The only information I have is what I have posted on my website. Here is the link to the Eli page. I hope this is helpful.
Deletehttp://myvintagebarbies.com/living-barbie-eli-japan.htm
Marie
I have a Malibu Barbie c 1966 Made in Korea with attached sunglasses. Is this possible she is 1974 instead of 1976? I do not have the original swimsuit.
ReplyDeleteHere is the link to my page to compare your doll with what I've shown.
Deletehttp://myvintagebarbies.com/sunsetmalibubarbie.htm
Yes. The dolls were made in Korea from 1974 - 1976. Only the dolls in 1974 had the sunglasses. Here is the link to my website that shows the information on the Korea marked dolls.
ReplyDeletehttp://myvintagebarbies.com/sunsetmalibubarbie.htm
Thank you Marie. I'll call her a 1974 since the sunglasses are attached.
DeleteI love your blog!!! So pretty and cute! I am a Barbie collector myself, but I still have a loot to collect! :-D
ReplyDeleteHi there! I have a question about American Girl Barbies. Did any of them ever come with toenail polish?
ReplyDeleteNo, not that I've ever seen.
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ReplyDeleteMy bare Barbie has a silver bottom? Not seen this before, any idea why this is different? I will check this page for reply as google email no longer in use, need to change it!!!
Do you purchase Happy Holidays Barbies?
ReplyDeleteNo I don't.
Deleteany details about a "kissing barbie" that has a square button on her back? i also have what i think is a walk lively barbie, her head swivels but her arms don't move. also her back is marked 1966. thanks for any help!
ReplyDeleteI am not sure about that doll. Sorry
DeleteWhat does the number on the left butt cheek means on the vintage barbie doll
ReplyDeleteNo, it's just a mold number.
DeleteWhat does the number on the left butt cheek means on the vintage barbie doll
ReplyDeleteI believe I have a 1st version of the black francie Barbie but I’m trying to verify. Can I post a pic here or email you?
ReplyDeleteYes, and either way is fine.
DeleteI’m trying to identify a vintage barbie with Japan stamped on right foot, stamp on right bottom is Barbie Pats Pend MCMLVIII by Mattel, Inc. (Hard to read, stamp is faded in some areas, I used a loupe to view it.) Light red color on lips, finger nails & toe nails. Legs do not bend and waist does not turn. Brunette hair with curls at bottom, hair length to bottom of neck. Blue eyes, black eye liner with real eye lashes. No earrings or holes for earrings. Any help would be appreciated!
ReplyDeleteIf you could add a picture, that would make it easier for me to identify your doll for you.
DeleteThank you.
How do you put pants on a rubber legged Barbie? They stick and afraid to tear pants!
ReplyDeleteI have a chanel issue shop barbie and cant find any info about her online. Please help.
ReplyDeleteI have all my barbies, clothes, furniture and it’s time to find them a new living home. How do I go about doing it? Would like to sell them but not sure how to do it
ReplyDeleteBest place I would recommend is eBay.
DeleteI have prototype Barbie's in the original white box with hand written marker description and note inside stating it is a hand made sample and I am trying to find an actual value of the dolls. Any help would be greatly appreciated. thank you...
ReplyDeletePrices can vary. It all depends on the doll, box, condition etc. You should get a premium price as this is very rare item. I think the best place to watch are the sold listings on eBay. They do come up from time to time, but again, it's a rare item so it could take a while to find one.
DeleteI have a bend leg skipper with Japan from heel to toe on both feet . Is that common?
ReplyDeleteThey aren't common, but I wouldn't say rare either. Some people believe these were early sample dolls, but personally I don't think so.
ReplyDeleteI’m curious......I have an unopened Millennium Princess Barbie......without opening the box, how do I find out if it’s first edition?
ReplyDeleteI don't know. She isn't in the vintage category. Hopefully someone else can help you with that!!
DeleteDid all of the original Sunset Malibu dolls come with the same sunglasses?
ReplyDeleteI recently bought a pair advertised as being for Malibu PJ, but they are a dark purple, and the lenses are completely flat, not rounded outward. If you know what I mean.
It doesn't sound like you got correct glasses for your PJ. They should be a light purple and not flat. I have never seen what you described on PJ. I hope this helps.
DeleteI have an American Girl Barbie and her swimsuit has two sewn in tags. One that says Barbie ect. and the other that says the word JAPAN. Is this common. Possible this was made for he Japanese market? Thank you.
ReplyDeleteSorry I missed this! Yes some have two tags. One is the normal black and white tag and the other is a smaller white tag. Some have letter/numbers on the white tag. Can't remember if some have the word Japan or not.
Deletehave a bubble cut barbie body with JAPAN 35 on foot- have not seen one with a number.
ReplyDeleteI don't recall seeing one with a number either.
DeleteI have 1968 talking Barbie minus the legs, not sure where they went. Can you get replacement legs, is it worth anything, mute, no clothes, hair is almost mint, same colour as yours
ReplyDeleteYou can sometimes find replacement legs on eBay. If her hair is mint, and everything else looks good, I would say she has some value.
DeleteCiao, spero che il traduttore possa aiutarti a capire quello che scrivo. Hai un bellissimo sito! vorrei capire come sono fatte le mexican arms e hands. e poi: ho una Malibu Barbie 1971 made in Japan, una Barbie Simpatia made in Korea e una Gold Medal made in Korea. La Malibu ha il volto leggermente più piccolo e più duro delle altre due...è normale? Grazie mille!
ReplyDeleteHello, I recently was given a box of barbie and ken dolls from the 1960s. I found great info on your site but there is a few I was unable to identify. I would love if you can help me identify them. I sent an email to you via your website. I hope to hear back from you.
ReplyDeleteThanks Jackie
I have a Barbie doll that looks like # 4 doll with he correct markings on her right cheek. However, there's a 119 on her left cheek.Ihelp? can't find any info on this marking...any
DeleteI have a #2 Barbie doll, she has a heavy body. My question is she doesn’t have the ponytail she has an original updo. I read somewhere that they are extremely rare. Can you tell me more about this doll please?
ReplyDeleteDarcy, The number #3 Ponytail Barbie dolls have been found with the updo. I have never seen a #2 with an updo. Are you sure you have a #2? Here is the link for the #2 and #3 dolls.
ReplyDeletehttps://www.myvintagebarbies.com/ponytail-1-4.htm
Do you have a link I can upload a pictures please?
DeleteYes, when you are on my website www.myvintagebarbies.com click the contact tab at the top for email.
ReplyDeleteI found a 1959 #2 blonde ponytail barbie. She's wearing Resort Set #963. It wasn't in the original box but is in good condition. Shes missing one heel & other accessories. I was wondering what value would be & where would be best place to sell???
ReplyDeleteValue depends on condition, but if she's a #2 she's valuable. You can compare your doll with others by going to the sold listings under dolls to find the value. eBay is a great place to sell your doll (be sure to insure it!).
ReplyDeleteHello, can someone tell me if vintage Barbie shoes will fit the 80s Barbies, and if vintage Skipper shoes will fit 80s/90s Skippers? Thank you.
ReplyDeleteWhat is the difference in the body between a Walking Barbie and a Free Moving Barbie?
ReplyDeleteFree Moving Barbie has a mechanism on her upper back which you can pull out to make her move. Walking Barbie does not. They both have different markings as well.
DeleteThank you.
DeleteThis might sound like an odd question, but I’ve always wondered if there are some Barbie dolls with non squishy heads. I remember having lots of vintage 80s ken dolls with harder heads that weren’t your typical soft vinyl head, which put me to think if there were hard head Barbie variants out there. I also had the kenner bionic woman line, and her head was rather hard aswell so just a thought I’ve always had as a kid, was wondering if you would possibly know.
ReplyDeleteHi, I'm wondering if anyone who is experienced in collecting has any good tips on bringing Quick Curl Barbie's hair back to life. Are their any products or techniques to try? Would appreciate any advice. Thank you so much.
ReplyDeleteI am wondering if anyone can tell me more about the stamp on the bottom of the #1 doll where the (Japan) is in a box on the heel instead of lengthwise from toe to heel. I have two #3 dolls with that same stamp, I am wondering how common or rare this is. Thank you for any info.
ReplyDeleteI live in rural NM. I have about 200 Barbie’s in their original boxes. I would like to sell them as a “lot”. Please advise.
ReplyDeleteAfter having purchased several white pearl necklaces I have noticed that some are shiny and bright while others have a rather dull finish. It appears that some might be made with glass beads while others with plastic beads. Is that correct or have the dull ones just lost the gloss.
ReplyDeleteI was hoping you all could help me identify a Barbie doll that only has a Q on her neck and no other markings
ReplyDeleteHello and I was hoping you could help me identify this Malibu Barbie doll. The rim of the head reads C 1963 MATTEL INC KOREA. I’m assuming a reproduction because it says 1963, however I assumed the repos did not have rim writing and the writing should be in the back of the head. I appreciate you taking the time to read this and all of the information you have made available here. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteHello, I have a vintage prototype ooak moon over Miami barbie doll. She is in perfect condition and never been out of the box. I haven't taken her out to look for any identification marks. Don't want to damage anything. She's in a unmarked black and white zebra gift wrapped style box.the only identification is a design by waldo tm. tag on her left wrist and the box is signed by waldo in a silver type paint pen. Appraiser can't give me any information about it because they have never seen one. I can send you pictures if it's something you would like to see. It was given to my family in the mid 90's from a elderly lady that worked for Mattel. Thank you very much!
ReplyDeleteHello. I have a puzzle I thought you might be able to help me figure out. I have a yellow haired color magic barbie. Head looks mint, but the body has the 1962 ponytail markings, Barbie PATS PEND C MCMLVIII by MATTEL INC. Either the head was switched, which isn't apparent, or did they maybe use this body initially or when they ran short of the knee bend body? Thank you for any response you might have.
ReplyDeleteCorrection. I meant to say the same patent markings as on Ponytail #5 and #6. Thank you!
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