From starlet to scientist — these are the most iconic Barbies of all time

Where it all began. The very first Barbie was also the first mass-produced toy doll in the United States with adult features. Created by Ruth Handler, who co-founded Mattel, Inc and named after her daughter, Barbara, this doll came complete with a little platform with pegs in it which were inserted into her feet so she could stand. In April 2013, a boxed blonde Number 1 Barbie Sold for $6,600 in the USA.