Queen Elizabeth II Immortalized as Barbie on 96th Birthday

The Queen has been immortalized in the form of a Barbie in honor of her Platinum Jubilee, as its makers say the doll will remind girls "they can be anything".

The Queen Elizabeth II Barbie is released on the Queen's 96th birthday on Thursday, will be "instantly recognizable", fitted with an elegant ivory gown and blue sash adorned with decorations of order.

It will also feature a tiara modelled on Queen Mary's fringe tiara, which the Queen wore on her wedding day.

The pink ribbon on the doll imitates one given to the Queen by her father George VI, and the pale blue one imitates one from her grandfather George V.

The doll will be part of Barbie's Tribute Collection, which was launched last year in celebration of "visionary individuals with an outstanding impact and legacy within society". It joins the line's first doll, a likeness of Lucille Ball.

It will be presented in a box inspired by the styles of Buckingham Palace, made from a 3D ornate die-cut border framing the figure, and an inner panel showing the throne and the red carpet of the throne room.

The doll will be sold at Harrods, Hamley's, Selfridges, John Lewis and on Amazon.

A spokesman for toy company Mattel said: "Since 1959, the Barbie brand's purpose has been to inspire the limitless potential in every girl and remind them they can be anything.

"That message has never been more relevant than it is today."

On why the Queen was chosen for the new Barbie, they added: "After her coronation in 1953, the Queen's extraordinary reign has seen her lead with duty, humanitarian efforts and a life of public service, unifying the nation in celebration, reflection, and community."