Barbie doll, vintage "American Girl, sidepart", Mattel 1966

Pageclipped Barbie, blond version with sidepart, new body introduced in 1965 with bendable legs. Original swimsuit in turquoise with stripes, high-heeled shoes in turquoise with open toe, turquoise hairband.
Marked:
©1958
Mattel, Inc.
U.S. Patented
U.S. Pat. Pend
Made In Japan
Marked on the neck: Copyr.©1958 Mattel Inc.
Length 30 cm.
Included: Original string that keeps the hair in place when purchased. Original stand in yellow metal. Brochure.

The headband possibly later, insignificantly worn.