JOURNAL ARTICLE

Meet the 59-year-old Barbie 'dealer' whose hustle has netted $2 million in sales.

  • Published In: Fortune.com, 2024. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Nagpaul, Sunny 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on Bruce Zalkin, a 59-year-old antique toy dealer who specializes in vintage Barbie dolls, detailing his journey and expertise in the market. Zalkin has been selling Barbie dolls for over 30 years, having learned about them from influential women in his life, and estimates he has sold around $2 million worth of vintage Barbies. The value of these dolls can vary significantly based on rarity and condition, with original 1959 Barbies worth between $5,000 to $10,000. The recent release of Greta Gerwig's Barbie movie has also sparked renewed interest in collecting, particularly among older women and members of the LGBTQ+ community. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Fortune.com. 2024/06, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Sports and Leisure
  • Publication Date:2024
  • Accession Number:177746781
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