UNBOXING MY #1 MATTEL BARBIE DOLL FROM 1959 | *the real deal Barbie*

[@MRounds143]

I think a lot of us say we want to start off with just a few "staple dolls" and then Barbie fever kicks in 😄

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

I already want like 50 more LOLOL!!

[@irenehough4441]

You know it.

[@twiddle66]

Absolutely true! I was just going to collect "a few" Kiddle, fast forward twenty years and I have every one MIP and also loose!

[@wafflewaffle2145]

@@RachelHoffmanDolls I love watching you so much please don't sell this doll to anyone, keep it in your collection, it's a beautiful doll, you are very lucky, always be happy for finding it, I wish you success ❤️🥰

[@Kinnaye]

Yaasss!! I'm so happy for you!! She is a grail doll for me- I came close to having one back in the 90s, I have a Bild Lilli doll in my collection, but I definitely need and want a #1 Barbie. God bless you!!!

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

I hope you find one someday!! I know you will! Thank you for tuning in and commenting!

[@EviMlcak]

I love the Bild Lilli!

[@alexandraleigh]

I just adore you!! Congrats and She is Amazing I remember the one playline doll I wanted "Beauty Secrets Barbie"Wanted one since I was a Kid, and then when I bought a lot of clothes and shoes the seller added her as a Surprise I was just as over the moon as you. Thank you for sharing

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Thank you so much for your kind words! I hope you find the doll you want, it’s magic when we do!

[@rebekahdavis5935]

You guys are too cute :) I really like Barbie #1's eyes, I think she'll look really nice when she's all cleaned up.

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Thank you for watching and commenting, I agree!

[@dianabadillo2856]

I'm happy you got your much wanted Barbie doll. I have the Plantation Bell and the Parisian Barbie porcelain dolls reproduction ones. I have a nice Barbie doll collection, I love their outfits.

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Awesome! Thank you so much for sharing!

[@irenehough4441]

I love your new old Barbie. I know what you are saying when you say you can’t sleep when you are waiting for a doll, sometimes when I am at work I can only think about when it will arrive.

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

So true! One night, I woke up 10x over her!! LOL

[@irenehough4441]

@@RachelHoffmanDolls 😂

[@BeeRighteous]

You guys are so cute!!! Love the Barbie too.

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

You are so kind!

[@traceg2903]

I've been binge watching...This is by far my favourite video. Congratulations on your beautiful #1, and your moms is beautiful too. I'm sorry your mom has passed. So nice to meet your hubby, cool that he's interested in your doll. Congratulations on your little girl. So excited for you. Your so much fun, such a pretty gal and love your shop. If ever I travel to Colorado I'd for sure visit. Love from 🇨🇦

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Thank you so much for binge watching our channel and for your kind words, you are appreciated!!

[@delorisvannoy3209]

Yes,I've been on edge waiting for a doll ! So excited that I couldn't sleep. I absolutely love your Moms Barbie ,it's to die for. I also love your new one. I got Barbie for my tenth birthday in 1960. I loved her so much. I was holding her and jumping rope when the stand fell off and broke. About five years ago I ordered a reproduction Barbie, when I opened it the stand fell out and on the porch but didn't break. I thought that was funny. Good luck with her hair I hope it turns out great. Thank you for sharing this awesome find.

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Thank you so much for your comment and for watching this video!

[@michaelkeely4229]

What a beautiful doll I used to restore dolls for a guy he had several number ones come through they are extremely beautiful that is for sure I'm so happy you got one my Holy Grail doll was a no bangs Francie I came across the guy on the internet selling Barbie junk he said in the description I couldn't believe he had a no bangs Francie in that pile I got it for $35 I've been collecting Barbies for over 30 years I've never found one that's cheap anywhere they were always price so high so I got my Holy Grail I'm glad you got yours

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

I am so glad you got your Holy Grail!!

[@JazzHands]

I just love your enthusiasm and genuine love for Barbie. I wish I could afford collecting like you can, and I’m so grateful you share it with us

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

I appreciate that you’re here. Thank you for the kind comment!

[@JeanneAxelrod]

You are not a jail if you hey want to go pl

[@Katelittlewolf]

Rachel your doll videos are just so precious !!!! It was a hoot and wonderful to watch you unbatch your Barbie !!!

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Thank you so much! So glad you enjoyed this!!

[@DollyMe]

She’s gorgeous I can’t wait to see what you do with the hair😃

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Thank you! She will feel so much better after getting her hair done!

[@kiyararavyavlog2050]

Lovely post

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Thank you!

[@gregoryalexander4418]

Yes Rachel she's a wonderful doll I never came across the #1 I happen to buy a Bild Lillie doll and that started my collecting them .

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

I love her, too! Your collection sounds awesome!

[@bettyboop4263]

I love your new Barbie. I had a Barbie collection, but sold them when I got into Galoob Baby Face dolls. I only have one Holiday Barbie. 😥

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Holiday Barbie dolls are amazing!!

[@Tweezy786]

I live outside of Harrisburg, PA. When I was younger there used to be a doll museum in Downtown Harrisburg. I remember them having an original Barbie in a glass case on display. Of course I didn’t understand the value or excitement about it (I didn’t think Barbie was cool or interesting lol). Now that I’m older I have a greater appreciation for small things in the world & I’m happy I got to see one in person. That museum has since closed for quite a few years now.

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

I totally understand - when I was young, I saw so many amazing dolls and didn’t appreciate them like I would now. Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@Tweezy786]

@@RachelHoffmanDolls awesome thank you for responding! 🙌🏻

[@dollsfordolls2428]

Love her..thank you for sharing ..you are adorable also🌹

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Awe thank you so much for that!

[@sherryspotts8335]

You got your dolly 😊😊😊❤🥰🥳I must say when I ordered from you your details were spot on my doll arrived 🥰💞Perfect!!Wish Eric all the best 👍May God Bless. YES we Luv Luv sweaty working men 😂😅😁

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Yay! Thank you!

[@ahc1957]

I had a #1 Barbie when I was a young girl. She was my favourite. Her eyelashes were like a solid mold. Mine had short curly blonde hair.

[@jsanders2993]

Beautiful doll. Congratulations!

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Thank you!!

[@lucilleclarke4107]

She is beautiful. Congrats. 💖

[@jassypr]

Omg she’s so beautiful im obsessed with 60’s dolls

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

So are we!! Thanks for watching.

[@raggedyann4372]

Congratulations! Love your new Barbie! You look wonderful❤️🥰

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Awe thank you!!

[@cherylwalsh5396]

She will fix up nicely! She came in the perfect outfit! Looking forward to seeing her makeover..

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Us too! Thanks for tuning in!

[@melsmith110]

Oh mercy!! I am so stoked for you to have that Barbie! I have one but from my research I think she's a 4 or 5. She has a split neck but she is also my one and only original so I love her. She has blonde hair with the poodle bangs. I enjoy dressing her in any early tagged barbie clothes that I can get my hands on! I would love to have a #1 and eventually I will. Thanks for updating with us and sharing about Eric, I had a feeling he had moved on. It was fun to have Derek join for coffee cake. So happy for you all!

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Thank you for all of your kind words about this video, you are appreciated, Mel!!

[@parrotstreasure8329]

Congratulations! She is gorgeous! I have dreamed for years of having a number #1. Perhaps one day! I can't wait to see her once her hair is styled.

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

You will find one, I just know it!!

[@laurenferguson736]

Rachel, this is awesome!! Enjoyed you sharing your #1 Barbie with us!! She’s everything!💖💖💖

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

You're the best! I saw you shared this on Facebook, thank you SOOO much!

[@laurenferguson736]

@@RachelHoffmanDolls I recently learned that KZbin has this feature (kinda behind on the times, lol), but I’ll be doing it a lot more😊

[@Katelittlewolf]

Rachel I meant to tell you how very much I enjoyed your little brunch out at the French Restaurant! That was the most adorable video and it left me hungry! Thanks to you and your hubby for taking us along to brunch.

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

I'm so glad! That means a lot, we had so much fun making that video!!

[@maggspaine5419]

She was worth the wait,just lovely. When I was little,barbie was expensive so i had Sindy similar but cheaper

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Those are fun dolls! Thank you for watching!

[@Katelittlewolf]

Aw she's beautiful !

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Thank you!

[@Katelittlewolf]

I was like that with American Girl dolls for a few years!!! Canadian Maplelea Dolls too, the equivalent!! I was so excited! Now I have all these 18 inch dolls!

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Awesome!! Good for you!!

[@parthgamingvideo862]

Beautifull doll

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Thank you!

[@joymontague251]

That salesman case is awesome. My first Barbie was a gift. I was given Midge from a neighbor lady. I first saw Barbie from her and she had some lovely blond ones dressed very fashionably. I was glad to find a vintage Midge this year. I have a few newer Barbies acquired within the last couple years but when my mom passed started looking at dolls from my childhood. Keep us posted.

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Thank you for sharing! And I will definitely keep you posted! Thanks!!

[@dolljoylissa]

You look beautiful aww Yesss she came!!

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Thank you sooo much!

[@WayGaijin]

Gosh she looks amazing. She’s a total dream of mine. Congratulations on such a great find!

[@wafflewaffle2145]

I love watching you so much please don't sell this doll to anyone, keep it in your collection, it's a beautiful doll, you are very lucky, always be happy for finding it, I wish you success ❤️🥰

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Thank you so much!

[@wafflewaffle2145]

@@RachelHoffmanDolls ❤️🥰

[@yolandamarshall872]

How exciting!!!! So happy for you! Have you ever made a video on how to clean green ears on Barbies? I have a #3 that I bought in it's box, but one earring caused a green ear😥 Tfs Your videos are so much fun and informative.

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

We have talked about it in the Virtual Convention but not specifically in a video here on KZbin. There are ways and I stumbled across a couple of blogs yesterday on what to do. I have not tried it myself, good luck with your project!

[@Siansonea]

I'm a bit of a 'hair whisperer' of Vintage Barbie dolls myself. I've always wanted to rescue a #1 with matted, disheveled hair and turn her into a showstopper. I have a #3 and a few #4s and later ponytails, but I've never had a #1 or a #2. I love the idea of recreating the 'salesman sample' display. That would be a wonderful thing to see. I think the Silkstone #1 repro would be the best substitute for real #1s. The Wedding Day repro doll from 2009 is a pretty good repro as well. The 1993 repro and the early 2000s repros just aren't as authentic to the originals. One of the other indicators that you have a genuine #1 Barbie and not a counterfeit created from a #3 is the way the hairline is rooted at the temples. It's a very subtle difference, but if you compare #1s and #3s, it's definitely noticeable.

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

I hope you find a 1 or 2 someday! They’re treasures to have! Thank you for watching!

[@alinakoludrovich1]

Congratulations on achieving your number one barbi she’s beautiful from Battle Creek Michigan. I watch your videos all the time I have been educated and admired all of your collection so thank you for sharing. Enjoy your day and your Barbie. Big hugs love, Alina.

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Thank you so much!

[@wenvqz.56]

Damn! She looks genuine all over! What a beautiful doll!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Thank you so much!!

[@NostaIgiaJunkie]

Yay! So gorg!

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Thank you!!

[@lianapalumbo8457]

Ok, so as you know I'm very new to doll collecting but have loved dolls forever. I would buy my daughters Barbie's whenever possible. I need to find them as lots were second hand. You have quickly become my favourite channel. Thank you for all your knowledge, kindness and enthusiasm xx

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Awe thank you so much! Welcome to the wonderful world of doll collecting, hang on, it can be a bumpy ride!!

[@paisliesplace3921]

Congratulations Rachel!! What an awesome find!! :)

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

I super appreciate that, thank you so much!

[@twiddle66]

She's Beautiful! And I love your idea of recreating a salesman sample case!!

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Thank you so much! And thanks for commenting!

[@Katelittlewolf]

Oh absolutely I always name my dolls!

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Glad I am in good company!

[@SueJimenez-q8j]

Congratulation. How have I missed your video. Pretty, her hairs shiny too. I have a nice collection that I love. Many mint TNT’s as well. I just purchased a #3 ponytail bun from a Bay Area Calif. doll show. Maybe a 1 or 2 one day, but I also feel that the American Girl pink skin side part is a gem as well. Such a fun total obsession isn’t it!! 💗 cheers!!

[@wantingoneangel8976]

Rachel, Congratulations on finding your #1 Mattel Barbie Doll from 1959:)!! I mostly like the Barbie face molds from the 70s and 80s, but I really LOVE that white Southern Bell dress as much as her original purse and her blonde hair:)!! I also LOVE her blue eyes:)!!! She is stunningly gorgeous:)!! And I think that it is so awesome that your are going to try to get a "Sample Sales case from 1959", even if just reproductions:)!! However, even just to have 5 or so original #1 Mattel Barbies is really wonderful:)!! And Rachel, I so LOVE that red scrunchy in your hair:)!! And those blueberry coffee cakes look really delicious:)!! And anything blueberry is my favorite because blueberries are my favorite fruit:)!! Thank you for sharing your beautiful # 1 Mattel Barbie:)!!!

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Thank you so much for your comment! I know it will take a long time to build a collection but I hope I can. Glad you enjoyed this video!

[@S67galleon]

This is so exciting! Congratulations. I can't wait to get my #1 barbie. I'm a sucker for brunettes.

[@sunflowershine5160]

Congratulations on your Barbie and I’m so happy that she doesn’t have a green ear enjoy because you’re the best

[@sharonkaczorowski8690]

She’s in good condition! Congrats!

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Thank you!

[@ellenirion9658]

Congratulations! I recently found one on goodwill but it went for 10 grand! Yikes! Needless to say, I am still wanting one!

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Oh my gosh! I’m guessing it was in perfect condition for that price!

[@DollHearts777]

I love your hair - so cute with the overalls . Even though I am male - I can say the future is FEMALE:) I am so excited for your new obsession. Barbie is truly the most collectible doll. I find there is a Barbie for every person. I love all the generations of Barbie . Barbie has had thousands of careers and make overs . I think the fashionista line is amazing for the simple fact that there is a message of inclusion . Different skin tones , vitiligo, prosthetic limbs, short, tall , and curvy body types . There are barbies with smaller busts, and Ken dolls that are wearing makeup and painted fingernails. Sure - the quality isn’t the greatest, but the line is impressive for the diversity.

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

LOVE LOVE LOVE this comment! I feel the same, the female editors are SLAYING it for us, too! Thank you for your kind words!!

[@beellsebub]

just discovered this channel and I'm in love! 😍 would like to have my own vintage shop one day

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

YAY! I am glad you found us, we have a lot more fun to come!

[@ahc1957]

My latest note rest is in Tonner dolls. I am waiting for an 18" red headed doll. My adult daughter and my mother loved dolls. I did as a child but grew out of it. I was more into the fashion of the dolls.Now i want to make high fashion for dolls. Essentially masterpieces, at least I hope so. I want to dress and decorate them like "Demuse" - we will see what happens. I will need wigs, even though my doll is rooted. Now I seem to need a 16" Tonner, etc. Addictions. Mine are not in dolls but in their modelling capacity. I might start off recording about the purchase and reason for my choice. Then unboxing.. Then designing as I go. If it looks good, I might upload it to KZbin. I got hooked when I saw your visit to the "TONNER MUSEUM" as I call it. I’ve worked around hi-fashion most of my life. I have endless ideas of what I want. I hope to make much of my own delicate fabric as Chanel does.

[@lillyarellano1663]

Wow! My dream! I wish to find one but I guess I need to save a lot. You think it's possible to find one? Like how much do they cost? Really lucky! I found Barbie number 4 for less than a $1. Beautiful!

[@Hyper181]

omg Rachel! she is SO GORGEOUS! the Holy Grail of a Barbie Collection! i have a couple of #3s myself and the quality of these first few issued Barbie's is amazing! wonderful find and i just know she has a nice safe home with you!

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Thank you so much! I love the number three Barbie face!! Thanks for watching!

[@dorisbrinkerhoff8124]

yes me too ,love it ,go for it

[@sharonkaczorowski8690]

Dolls are like potato chips…can’t stop with just one, lol. She’s in good condition…congrats!

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Thank you so much!

[@gio_ser5120]

I love her w that hair style, she is a ⭐️😘😘

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Thank you so much!

[@EviMlcak]

I love the #1's and 2's. They're the sexiest of all Barbies. One time I tried to repaint a Silkstone Barbie as a #1. It didn't go over too well, and I had already done her hair. But later when it became available, I bought a 75th Anniversary Silkstone Barbie.

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

It sounds like you have a special appreciation for the early Barbies, and kudos for attempting that Silkstone repaint! Even if it didn't go as planned, it's all a part of the creative journey. The 75th Anniversary Silkstone Barbie is a real beauty, isn't she? Thanks for sharing your Barbie adventures with us! 😊

[@dakotatwilight]

She is absolutely stunning. A girl needs to treat herself when she is carrying and eating for two, not to be taken literally of course. I remember this Barbie at the department store where my babysitter sister worked, not sure if it was Henshey, May Co or such but it was in Santa Monica I think in 1961-9. My babysitter daughter, a teen had several not sure if any were 1s or not. But I was allowed to play with them even at age 4. I had a Tammy and Pepper as my mom didn't like Barbie, but my grandpa got me an original Skipper the year she came out. Now I came across a gaggle of 1960s Barbie, with Midge, Francine, Skipper, Scooter, and Ken, dirty in two cases with clothes and ended up actually looking good once bathed. Can't say what number they are off hand, no 1s though all made in Japan.

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Love your comments, thank you so much for tuning in and sharing!

[@clamshell6863]

I was just wondering what your thoughts are of the Bild Lilli dolls?

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

I love them, I have a fabulous one in the Christmas Collection here at the doll shop! I will show her in my next Barbie video.

[@clamshell6863]

@@RachelHoffmanDolls Awesome! Thank you for the reply. Enjoy your weekend and stay safe.

[@juliesczesny90]

I'm so happy for you!! I'm just missing 1, 2 & 3, due to movers theft, when I moved. And an entire shelf of my favorite books, are missing.

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Oh no, that's really unfortunate to hear about the movers and the loss of your items, especially something as special as part of a collection. While the physical items may be gone, the love and memories attached to them are something that can't be taken. Thank you for sharing and for your kind words! We're so happy to hear you enjoy the content we create.

[@sharonkaysnowton]

Like you, I also prefer Barbie!!! Your doll is beautiful !!!

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Thank you 🤗

[@nildajurado8423]

New to ur channel love that Barbie ❤hope someday I can find one I m a grandma who collects dolls have a bless day

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Welcome to our VDC family, Grandma! 🌸 We're so thrilled you found us and that you're loving the Barbie magic. Fingers crossed you'll find your dream doll soon! Wishing you a day filled with blessings and joy! 🌈❤️

[@abdulkhalid2997]

wow good for you. I hope you will enjoy it. I am always looking for one to buy.

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Thank you so much, and I hope you find one, soon!

[@karenkeby99]

CONGRATS ON YOUR FIND

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Thank you!!

[@bratzliplogical]

Iconic

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Thank you!!

[@vickiromines1552]

WOW Good for YOU!!!

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Thank you!

[@JeanneAxelrod]

Congratulations

[@starlightmoon950]

I wish that barbie looks like that in 2023😢 they look so beautiful

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

These are definitely my favorites!

[@BarbieLove]

Hi Rachel been watching your channel, finally subscribed. Dont know what took me so long. I too do a doll ( mostly Barboe ) channel and it's so much work I don't get to watch much. Anyway Love the # 1. I only only saw a #1 once. and I didn't buy her..

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@galeholt3757]

She is quite pretty...had to laugh when you said you couldn't see your feet..you may feel like a beached whale before it's over..stay well and safe

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Thank you for tuning in, I’m glad you enjoyed this video!

[@michelleabrehart1488]

I started off with a few porcelain dolls, not collected Barbie. My partner does not like dolls. I never had much interest admittedly, however I started to see something and when I told my family they freaked at me. So now I have to keep quiet now and its so sad and I feel some of this has been caused by horror films. I do admit some are scary but obviously majority are not.

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

HI! I am so sorry that your partner and family treat you this way - you deserve better!

[@mandybrooke101]

Where is your antique store located?

[@mattvideos9203]

I think you need the book by Billie Boy. It’s a coffee table book on Barbie

[@mattvideos9203]

Billie Boy owns 20,000 Barbies

[@mattvideos9203]

You got a lotta catching up to do

[@tanneralexander6230]

Best part is when she said juicy for Barbie 😅

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Glad you caught that. It was my favorite part as well 😂😂😂

[@brokegirl1452]

Comet was what was suggested on barbie blogs id still avoid the facepaint

[@abc35200]

COMO SIEMPRE ME ENCANTA MI PRECIOSA RACHEL , SOY TU AMIGO VICENTE B.

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Thank you for watching!

[@garywarmee4367]

I don't believe #1,2,3 get green ears!

[@bratzliplogical]

You are gorgeous

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Thank you!!

[@dorisbrinkerhoff8124]

but its 1,000s of dallers

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

Yes! Totally worth it.