G.I. Joe Prototype: The $200,000 Military Figure
A piece of toy-making history surfaces in the 1963 G.I. Joe prototype, which sold for an astounding $200,000 at auction. This early version shows fascinating differences from the mass-produced toys, sporting unique clothing and accessories never seen in stores. The prototype reflects the creative process behind America’s first action figure. Collectors prize this piece for its role in transforming how boys played with dolls.
