15 Barbies That Are Actually Worth Money (2024)

For a doll that came out in the early 2000s, you might be surprised to learn that we've seen Happy Family Midge sets (which comes with a newborn baby and accessories) sell for upwards of $100 on eBay in their original boxes.

In the 1980s, Barbie had her own band — and each doll came with its own real cassette tape featuring four songs. If you have a mint condition version of this doll, you can likely sell it for $150 or more on eBay.

A sky-high hairdo is the cherry on top of this extravagant Barbie, of which there are only 10,000 in the world. Released in 1996 as part of Barbie's 35th anniversary, the rare Pink Splendor Barbie is one of the most expensive Barbies ever sold at retail, originally priced at a whopping $900. If you're inclined to buy this collector's item now, though, you can find her on Amazon for $530.

This 1960s-era Barbie features a unique twist: Her hair and swimsuit change color when sprayed with a special solutions. Highly sought after by collectors, the original dolls and outfits from this line can command $750 or more on eBay.

With her thigh-high gold boots and chic pink purse, it's obvious that Mattel paired up with a big-time designer to make this high-fashion Barbie. That designer would be Devi Kroell, known for her luxurious Italian-made handbags, and the doll was sold for $1,075 during a charity auction for the Council of Fashion Designers of America.

To celebrate Barbie's 30th anniversary, this Pink Jubilee doll was gifted to guests of Mattel's celebration at New York City's Lincoln Center in 1989. Her fun '80s outfit features a pale pink-and-silver gown, sparkly earrings and big, wavy hair. You can have one of your own for $1,300 on eBay.

According to the Washington Post, some Barbie collectors are speculating that we may see a spike in the value of the dolls used as inspiration for Barbie star Margot Robbie's red carpet looks. Case in point: Enchanted Evening Barbie, the vintage doll that Robbie's stylist Andrew Mukamal drew inspiration from when creating the actress' stunning ensemble for the London premiere. Right now, an Enchanted Evening Barbie from the early '60s is selling on eBay for $1,670.

If you're a history buff who purchased the 2003 Marie Antoinette Barbie, you may want to consider parting with it. Dressed in an elaborate French-inspired gown, this elegant Barbie is now being auctioned for as much as $3,000 on eBay.

The limited-edition Karl Lagerfeld Barbies were originally sold on Net-a-Porter for $200 a pop. With only 999 in existence, these dolls can now fetch thousands of dollars on eBay. In fact, one just sold in May 2023 after being listed for $5,275.

Jewelry designer Lorraine Schwartz, whose creations have been worn by celebrities like Jennifer Lopez and Beyonce, is behind this gorgeous red-haired Barbie. It once sold at auction for $7,500, which sounds like a whole lot until you note that the Barbie's jewelry alone — including a tiny diamond encrusted "B" on her waist — was actually valued at over $25,000.

Limited editions, special releases, and dolls with unique characteristics are often in high demand among collectors. The special edition Barbie released to celebrate the Millennium is a prime example, with mint condition dolls currently selling on eBay for upwards of $11,000.

Released in 1959, the first-ever Barbie doll, also known as "No. 1 Ponytail," features golden hair, a black-and-white bathing suit and blue eyeshadow. With its original packaging, this rare Barbie is estimated to be worth thousands or even tens of thousands of dollars. In fact, a mint condition doll sold at auction for $27,450 in 2006, and there is currently one available on eBay for $25,000. You can tell if yours is a first edition model by checking for holes in the bottom of her feet (the second edition had solid feet).

To celebrate Barbie's 40th anniversary, Mattel paired up with De Beers to outfit this glamorous doll. Along with a full-length sheer skirt, gold bikini top and matching tangerine wrap, this doll is rocking a belt that features 160 diamonds from the big-name jewel company. She was sold for $85,000.

This elegant blonde doll is the most expensive Barbie ever sold. Designer Stefano Canturi designed her necklace, which featured emerald-cut Australian pink diamonds, a carat a piece, surrounded by three carats of glittering white diamonds. At auction, it sold for a remarkable $302,500. But there's a feel-good end to this story: The doll was actually created to raise money for the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.