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Since Barbie鈥檚 debut in 1959, more than a billion dolls have been sold in a variety of models. Natasha meets a collector who owns some very special examples.

Since the Hollywood move was released, vintage Barbie dolls have shot up in value. Natasha Raskin Sharp meets collector Dawn Austin, whose collection of more than 800 dolls takes up an entire room of her house! Natasha learns that some vintage models are worth thousands, but does a first edition Ken doll command the same price as an early Barbie?

In the Derbyshire town of Heanor, experts Mark Stacey and Catherine Southon lead the reds and blues around a huge antiques centre. Mark guides couple Terry and Alison, who plan to 鈥榮pend little and win big鈥�, while Catherine鈥檚 team, Craig and Dave, are looking for 鈥榯hings that are big, bold and beautiful鈥�.

During their shop, Dave spots a bingo ball wheel 鈥� but would they hit the jackpot if they took it to auction? Meanwhile, Terry has his eye on a giant eagle, but Mark鈥檚 not sure the carved bird will fly with the bidders at Colin Young鈥檚 saleroom in Grantham.

43 minutes

Credits

Role Contributor
Presenter Natasha Raskin Sharp
Expert Catherine Southon
Expert Mark Stacey
Production Manager Moira Edwards
Executive Producer Paul Tucker
Series Producer Joanne Dunscombe
Director Tim Holt

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  • Mon 5 Feb 2024 12:15
  • Thu 20 Mar 2025 12:15
  • Thu 30 Apr 2026 12:15

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