The release of the Vintage Twist n Turn Barbie Doll,
also called TNT by collectors, was the beginning of the Mod
Barbie Era. The TNT Barbie has rooted eyelashes, bendable legs
and a twist and turn waist.
Model #:
1162
Issue Date:
1967 to 1968
Box Date:
1966
Hair Colors:
Shades of Blonde, including Sun Kissed
(light blonde), Summer Sand (grayish blonde) Red
/ Titian Brunette, including Go Go Co Co (medium brown), Chocolate
Bon Bon (dark brown)
Face:
Blue eyes, brown eyebrows, rooted eyelashes,
deep pink lips and blush
Clothing:
1967 - Orange vinyl bikini with white net cover- with orange accent
stitching. Orange hair bow.
1968 - Two piece pink swimsuit
with Sleeveless multi-color top and thin green belt with gold buckle and
pink vinyl shorts. Pink hair bow.
The TNT's hair is pulled back at the sides
with a bow. The length varies from below the shoulders to the
waist and the ends are uneven.
The Twist and Turn Waist Body was Patented
in 1966. Every Barbie made since then with a TNT waist has the
date 1966 on her bottom, leading many people to believe they have found
a vintage Barbie doll, when in fact they haven't.
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