Where are Barbie dolls manufactured?

According to Mattel, all Barbie dolls are made in four Asian factories, two in China and one each in Indonesia and Malaysia. Barbie has never been made in the United States. The first doll was produced in Japan in 1959, when that country was still struggling with its post-World War II economic recovery.

Are Barbies from the 70s worth anything?

Often, these Barbies had bendable legs or red hair, and they are considered some of the most rare and valuable. Today, the price of a mint condition Barbie from this era can run close to $25,000. Barbie has continued to evolve since its inception, and undoubtedly changed the modern toy industry forever.

How have Barbie dolls changed over the years?

Despite turning 60 years old last year, Barbie never seems to age. Barbie dolls have, however, adapted to changing times with expanded career options, broader representation across race, nationality, and body type, and of course, the latest styles.