Barbie Dreamtopia Rainbow Lights Mermaid Doll
Mattel • Barbie / Dreamtopia
Toy Category
Doll
Year Released
2016
Condition
Very Good. The doll appears clean with intact hair and vibrant colors. There is minor paint rubbing on the fin tips and necklace button. Functionality of electronics (water sensor/internal lights) is unverified in the photo.
Estimated Market Value
$10.00 - $18.00
Description
A mermaid-themed Barbie featuring a molded plastic bodice and tail. The tail is translucent pink with internal LED lights that activate when a button on her necklace is pressed or when dipped in water. Her fin is a large, multi-colored rainbow design. She has long blonde hair with pink streaks and a molded blue-to-pink gradient top.
Market Value
Estimated Market Value
$10.00 - $18.00
Auction Estimate
$8.00 - $15.00
Toy Identity
Edition Details
Mainline retail release; Manufactured in China or Indonesia
Model Number
DHC40
Toy Type
12-inch scale fashion doll, plastic and electronic build
Toy Condition
Very Good. The doll appears clean with intact hair and vibrant colors. There is minor paint rubbing on the fin tips and necklace button. Functionality of electronics (water sensor/internal lights) is unverified in the photo.
Packaging Condition
No Packaging/Loose
Rarity & Significance
Common. This was a mass-produced, highly popular play-line doll. Its significance lies in its water-activated light-up feature, making it a staple of the Dreamtopia line.
Special Features
Water-activated light show; push-button activation on the necklace; waterproof electronic housing for bathtub play; multi-colored LED sequence.
Notable Variations
While the core DHC40 model is the most common, different regional face sculpts or slight variations in hair fiber texture exist depending on the production batch (China vs. Indonesia).