Vintage Twist n Turn Barbie Doll

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	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.
	Stand:	Clear X-Stand
	Body Markings:	©1966 Mattel, Inc. U.S. Patented U.S. Pat.Pend Made In Japan
	Notes:	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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