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Queen Barbie doll among souvenirs to celebrate platinum jubilee | UK News

The Queen has been immortalized in doll form as toy brand Mattel unveils a special Barbie to mark the monarch’s Platinum Jubilee.

It features a tiara inspired by Queen Mary’s fringed tiara, which the Queen wore on her wedding day.

A pink ribbon mimics that given to the Queen by her father George VI, and a pale blue mimics that of her grandfather George V.

Presented in a box inspired by Buckingham Palace, the doll is part of a series of memorabilia released to honor Her Majesty’s 70-year reign.

The limited edition Barbie, which will be sold at Harrods, Hamley’s, Selfridges, John Lewis and on Amazon, has been revealed as the The Queen turns 96 on Thursday.

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The doll is part of a variety of memorabilia to celebrate 70 years of the Queen’s reign

She was hailed as an “inspiration” on Prince William and the Duchess of Cambridge’s Kensington Royal Twitter account.

“It’s especially special to celebrate in this Platinum Jubilee year,” the tweet added.

Learn more about the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee

Here Sky News found a selection of memorabilia ahead of the milestone celebrations which begin on June 2.

The tea set is inspired by the purple and gold succession dress worn by the Queen at her coronation.
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The tea set is inspired by the purple and gold succession dress worn by the Queen at her coronation

• Tea cup and saucer

With a print run of 1,000, this tea set is inspired by the purple and gold succession dress worn by the Queen at her coronation in 1953 and also features the Royal Court of Arms.

A £5 commemorative coin was issued by the Royal Mint
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A £5 commemorative coin was issued by the Royal Mint

• Commemorative coin

A £5 coin issued by the Royal Mint features a portrait of the Queen, an avid equestrian, on horseback on one side, and a design by artist John Bergdahl on the reverse.

A cup to celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee
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A cup to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee

• Mugs

Millions of cups will be made to remember the Platinum Jubilee including this design which features the Queen’s beloved Corgis.

Champagne flutes to mark 70 years of the Queen's reign
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Champagne flutes to mark 70 years of the Queen’s reign

• Champagne glasses

Hand-cut crystal flutes engraved with an emblem representing the national flowers of the United Kingdom.

Window decorations on sale ahead of the Queen's milestone celebration
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Window decorations on sale ahead of the Queen’s Stage Celebration

• Window stickers

Designs including a young Queen Elizabeth greeting fans and a smiling Corgi saying “Happy Jubilee Ma’am” are on sale for royal fans wishing to decorate their homes for the occasion.

A collectible teddy bear to celebrate the platinum jubilee
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A limited-edition collectible teddy bear to celebrate the Platinum Jubilee

• Teddies

A limited-edition souvenir wearing a Robe of Estate-inspired sash, featuring gold-embroidered olive branches and ears of wheat to symbolize peace and prosperity, is available for £225.

A more economical version can be purchased for £19.99.

Cookies created in collaboration with Buckingham Palace
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Cookies created in collaboration with Buckingham Palace

• Biscuits

A Platinum Jubilee box designed in collaboration with Buckingham Palace contains all the pomp and circumstance to honor the occasion, including lemon cookies in the shape of carriages, crowns and corgis.

A limited series of 50 transport clocks are on sale
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A limited series of 50 transport clocks are on sale

• Transport Clock

A limited run of 50 carriage clocks, priced at £3,495 each, have been produced by jewelers Mappin and Webb, holders of royal warrants – a mark of recognition for those who have provided goods or services to the Queen, to Prince Philip and Prince Charles.

A souvenir water bottle
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A souvenir water bottle

• Bottle of water

The 600ml bottle is one of a variety of items featuring artist Arnold Machin’s iconic image of the monarch, displayed on coins and stamps, based on photos taken by photographer Dorothy Wilding shortly after the queen’s accession to the throne.