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Bild Lilli doll
The first Bild Lilli doll was sold in Germany for DM 12. This doll is said to have been the predecessor of the original Barbie. Image: Tinker*Tailor loves Lalka via Compfight cc -
First Barbie
Invented by Ruth Handler and sold by toy company Mattel Inc. The first Barbie was priced at $3 and avaliable with blonde or brunette hair. In the first year alone 300,000 dolls were sold. Image: diepuppenstubensammlerin via Compfight cc -
Red head Barbie
In 1961 a new hair colour was introduced for Barbie, 'Titan' (a popular name for head hair at the time). Image: Gabriela Camerotti via Compfight cc -
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First Sindy doll
One of the first rivals to Barbie, Sindy was launched by Hasbro toy makers. Barbie manufacturer Mattel filed a copyright complaint and Hasbro was ordered to remodel Sindy's face. Image: The Thinking Doll via Compfight cc -
Twist N Turn Barbie
TNT (Twist N Turn) Barbie was a revolution. This Barbie could twist at the waist for dancing. Image: Tinker*Tailor loves Lalka via Compfight cc -
First Malibu Barbie
1971 saw the birth of the traditional Malibu Barbie. She had long stright hair, a shimmering tan and pink sunglasses. This year also saw the eyes of the doll change, they were adjusted to look forwards instead of the original sideways glance. Image: Tinker*Tailor loves Lalka via Compfight cc -
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Barbie and the Rockers
This was true 80's Barbie. After the first MTV awards in 1981 Barbie creates her own band. Image: Freddycat1 via Compfight cc -
Jewel Barbie
Barbie was relaunced with a more athletic figure, flexible waist and first belly button. Image: Gabriela Camerotti via Compfight cc -
First Bratz doll
In their first five years of being released 125 million Bratz were sold worldwide. Creating a real competition for Barbie, the Bratz captured 40% of the fashion-doll market compared to Barbie's 60%. Image: callme_crochet via Compfight cc -
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Monster High Doll
A new 'monster' doll was released, more shocking and provocative than any other doll. Image: Amber-Honey via Compfight cc
