INTERVIEW –Want a Barbie? Barbie is now a sought-after collector’s item
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GUEST - Tarina Vlok, MD of Elite Risk Acceptances
The recently released Barbie movie has caused a global sensation. Now collectors are cashing in on the trend. Just this week Toys R Us announced a 30% surge in sales of the iconic Mattel doll, with the shop even catering to collectors’ potential demands by selling special editions. In addition, recently a Barbie doll went on auction for an astounding $302,500, just over R5 million.
“However, for collectors who are quick to get swept up in the craze, there are pitfalls,” warns Tarina Vlok, MD of Elite Risk Acceptances.
The recently released Barbie movie has caused a global sensation. Now collectors are cashing in on the trend. Just this week Toys R Us announced a 30% surge in sales of the iconic Mattel doll, with the shop even catering to collectors’ potential demands by selling special editions. In addition, recently a Barbie doll went on auction for an astounding $302,500, just over R5 million.
“However, for collectors who are quick to get swept up in the craze, there are pitfalls,” warns Tarina Vlok, MD of Elite Risk Acceptances.
