US EditionBest Toys of All Time Named by Hamleys as Top 100 Listed - Liverpool Echo
HAMLEYS TOY STORE, JUL 15 – Hamleys celebrates its 265th birthday by naming Lego, Barbie, and Rubik’s Cube among top toys, noting over 1 billion Barbie dolls and 500 million Rubik’s Cubes sold worldwide.
- Founded by William Hamley in London in 1760, Hamleys created a top 100 toys compilation in celebration of its 265 years in business by 2025.
- The list was created with help from top industry buyers and includes toys known for enduring popularity, cultural impact, and historical significance.
- The top three toys named were Lego classic bricks first released in 1958, Barbie dolls launched in 1959, and Rubik’s Cube introduced in 1974 as the best-selling puzzle toy.
- Victoria Kay, Hamleys' head buyer, emphasized how some of the most popular toys have a unique ability to bring people of all ages together, fostering family interaction through shared play and conversations.
- The list reflects timeless toys that continue to engage generations and suggests their lasting importance in play and culture worldwide.
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perspectivemedia.comHamleys names Lego, Barbie and Rubik’s Cube among top toys of all time
Monopoly, Tamagotchi and Action Man also make the top 10, according to the retailer.
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