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Year 3 of the My Little Pony Generation 1 collection marked a significant expansion of the pony universe, introducing a lot of new characters and some unique designs. While the Rainbow Ponies dazzled with their colorful, streaked manes and tails, representing the vibrant magic of Ponyland, playsets, and accessories also brought the world to life in new ways.
Year 3 solidified My Little Pony as a beloved brand. So, let’s take a look at the different series and how they varied from MLP Year 1 and MLP Year 2.
My Little Pony Year 3 Earth Ponies
Earth Ponies are the most grounded and realistic of all the My Little Pony types, closely resembling real-world ponies in their physical appearance. They have no wings and no horns. In Year Three, Earth Ponies were an essential part of the expanding My Little Pony line, featuring in several iconic releases, including Tootsie, Cherries Jubilee, Lickety-Split, and Posey.

My Little Pony G1 Lickety-Split (Vintage)
Lickety-Split is a pink Generation 1 My Little Pony. She was introduced in 1985 (stamp says 1984) and has ‘fading’ pink hair and six pink ice cream cones as her symbol.
- Pose: Posey Pose
- Eye Color: Purple
- Accessories: Purple-pink butterfly brush
- Symbol: Six pink ice cream cones with white ice cream

My Little Pony G1 Posey (Vintage)
Posey is a yellow Generation 1 My Little Pony. She was introduced in 1985 (stamp says 1984) and has pink hair and six pink tulips with green stems as her symbol.
- Pose: Posey Pose
- Eye Color: Green
- Accessories: Flat sticker, blue butterfly brush, green ribbon
- Symbol: Six pink tulips with green stems

My Little Pony G1 Cherries Jubilee (Vintage)
Cherries Jubilee is a peach-colored Generation 1 My Little Pony. She was introduced in 1985 (stamp says 1984) and has coral hair and five pairs of red cherries as her symbol.
- Pose: Tootsie Pose
- Eye Color: Green
- Accessories: Lime Green Butterfly Brush
- Symbol: Five pairs of red cherries with green stems

My Little Pony G1 Tootsie (Vintage)
Tootsie is a yellow-green Generation 1 My Little Pony. She was introduced in 1985 (stamp says 1984) and has blue hair and five pink lollipops as her symbol.
- Pose: Tootsie Pose
- Eye Color: Blue
- Accessories: Coral Butterfly Brush (US), Salmon Pink Moon Comb (UK)
- Symbol: Five pink lollipops with white sticks
My Little Pony Year 3 Pegasus & Unicorn Ponies
Year 2 of My Little Pony introduced a magical expansion of Ponyland with a dazzling lineup of Pegasus and Unicorn Ponies. The Pegasus Ponies of Year Three brought the magic of flight to Ponyland, with delicate feathered wings and graceful poses. For example, Surprise, with her white body and curly yellow mane, exuded playful energy, and Heart Throb, a pink beauty with a flowing pastel pink mane, was a romantic dreamer. The Unicorn Ponies introduced in Year 2 also brought a touch of mysticism and magic to the lineup, including Powder, Sparkler, and Gusty.

My Little Pony G1 Heart Throb (Vintage)
Heart Throb is a Generation 1 Pegasus Pony released in Year Three (1984-1985). She has a pink body, deep pink hair, and a symbol of four pink hearts with silver wings. She is known for her romantic and dreamy nature.
- Pose: Surprise Pose
- Eye Color: Blue
- Accessories: Yellowish-Green Moon Comb, Puffy Sticker, Blue Ribbon
- Symbol: Four pink hearts with silver wings

My Little Pony G1 Powder (Vintage)
Powder is a Generation 1 unicorn pony released in 1985 (stamped 1984). She features a lavender body with a white mane and tail, accented by a distinctive red stripe in her mane.
- Pose: Unicorn Pose
- Eye Color: Blue
- Accessories: Typically included a brush or comb and a ribbon
- Symbol: Glittery white snowflakes

My Little Pony G1 Surprise (Vintage)
Surprise is a Generation 1 Pegasus Pony introduced in 1984. She features a white body with light green hair and a symbol of four red balloons. Known for her playful and mischievous nature.
- Pose: Surprise Pose
- Eye Color: Purple
- Accessories: Varied across releases, including brushes and ribbons
- Symbol: Four red balloons

My Little Pony G1 Sparkler (Vintage)
Sparkler is a Generation 1 unicorn pony introduced in 1984. She features a light blue body with lavender hair accented by a distinctive red streak in her mane. Her symbol consists of three clusters of blue diamonds.
- Pose: Moondancer Pose
- Eye Color: Purple
- Accessories: Typically included a comb or brush and a ribbon
- Symbol: Three clusters of blue diamonds, each containing three diamonds

My Little Pony G1 Gusty (Vintage)
Gusty is a Generation 1 unicorn pony introduced in Year Three (1984-1985). She features a white body with green hair accented by a red streak in her mane. Her symbol consists of five red maple leaves.
- Pose: Unicorn Pose
- Eye Color: Blue
- Accessories: Typically included a comb or brush and a ribbon
- Symbol: Five red maple leaves

My Little Pony G1 Skyflier (Vintage)
Skyflier is a Generation 1 unicorn pony introduced in Year Three (1984-1985). She features a pink body with bright red hair and a symbol of three blue and purple kites, each adorned with a blue ribbon tail.
- Pose: Unicorn Pose
- Eye Color: Purple
- Accessories: Typically included a purple original comb and a ribbon
- Symbol: Three blue and purple kites with blue ribbon tails
My Little Pony Year 3 Rainbow Ponies
The Rainbow Ponies introduced vibrant colors and magic to the My Little Pony lineup, featuring dazzling multicolored manes and unique symbols that celebrated joy and imagination. Each pony embodied whimsical themes, from the playful Tickle with her feather symbol to the celestial beauty of Starflower, whose stars shone as brightly as her personality. Exclusive to Germany, Nachtlicht (Night Light) and Regentropfen (Raindrop) expanded the Rainbow Ponies’ charm with their unique designs (both highly sought after to this day).

My Little Pony G1 Regentropfen (Vintage German Exclusive)
Regentropfen is a German-exclusive pony from the Generation 1 MLP collection. She is pink and has the symbol of a refreshing rain shower.
- Pose: Bow Tie Pose
- Body Colour: Pink
- Symbol: Glittery raindrops
- Unique Trait: Connection to rain and renewal

My Little Pony G1 Nachtlicht (Vintage German Exclusive)
Nachtlicht is a Germany-exclusive pony from the Generation 1 collection, cherished for her celestial beauty and calming presence. Her blue body and soft, shimmering mane reflect the soothing tones of a quiet night sky.
- Pose: Bow Tie Pose
- Body Colour: Blue
- Hair Colour: (Not specified, typically matching theme)
- Eye Colour: (Not specified, likely complementary to design)
- Symbol: White crescent moon and two yellow stars

My Little Pony G1 Pinwheel (Vintage)
Pinwheel is a dazzling pony from the Generation 1 lineup, instantly recognizable by her bright and cheerful appearance. Her multicolored mane is in shades of coral, pink, blue, and neon yellow.
- Pose: Gusty Pose
- Body Colour: Pink
- Hair Colour: Coral, pink, blue, neon yellow
- Eye Colour: Blue
- Symbol: Four orange glittery pinwheels with purple handles

My Little Pony G1 Trickles (Vintage)
Trickles is a bright and cheerful pony from the Generation 1 collection, radiating warmth and energy wherever she goes. Her sunny yellow body and soft pastel blue mane make her a beacon of joy.
- Pose: Posey Pose
- Body Colour: Yellow
- Hair Colour: Coral/pink/aqua/neon yellow
- Eye Colour: Green
- Symbol: Three red watering cans

My Little Pony G1 Flutterbye (Vintage)
Flutterbye is an enchanting and graceful pony from the Generation 1 series, known for her love of nature and all things delicate. Her soft pink body and pale blue mane give her a serene and whimsical appearance.
- Year released: 1985
- Pose: Standing Earth pony pose
- Symbol: Multicolored butterflies
- Unique trait: Embodiment of nature’s beauty and serenity

My Little Pony G1 Confetti (Vintage)
Confetti is a jubilant and vibrant pony from the Generation 1 lineup, bursting with festive charm and celebratory spirit. Her soft white coat is adorned with a shower of colorful confetti symbols.
- Year released: 1984
- Pose: Standing Earth pony pose
- Symbol: Multicolored confetti pieces
- Unique trait: Celebratory theme tied to parties and fun

My Little Pony G1 Starflower (Vintage)
Starflower is a radiant and dreamy pony from the Generation 1 collection, known for her celestial charm and soothing presence. She has a vibrant turquoise body and shimmering, sunny yellow mane.
- Year released: 1984
- Pose: Earth pony standing pose
- Symbol: Yellow stars with sparkles
- Unique trait: Part of the original Rainbow Ponies series

My Little Pony G1 Tickle (Vintage)
Tickle is a My Little Pony from the Generation 1 lineup, characterized by her whimsical and playful personality. Her soft lavender coat and pastel pink mane evoke the essence of a gentle spring morning.
- Year released: 1985
- Pose: Earth pony pose with one raised foreleg
- Symbol: Yellow feathers representing laughter and ticklish fun
- Unique trait: One of the earliest ponies in the “Twice As Fancy” series
My Little Pony Year 3 Baby Ponies
The Year 3 Baby Ponies brought miniature versions of beloved adult ponies to the My Little Pony collection. Baby Firefly, Surprise, Blossom, Cotton Candy, Glory, and Moondancer captured the essence of their adult counterparts with adorable, smaller designs. Exclusive to Europe, Baby Applejack, Bow Tie, and Lemon Drop also added a rare charm, featuring vibrant colors and matching symbols that mirrored their grown-up versions.

My Little Pony G1 Baby Applejack (Vintage European Exclusive)
Baby Applejack is an adorable and spirited addition to the Generation 1 lineup, bringing all the charm of her adult counterpart in a smaller, cuter form. With her orange body and sunny yellow mane and tail.
- Pose: Baby Ember Pose
- Body Colour: Orange
- Hair Colour: Yellow
- Symbol: Three red apples
- Unique Trait: Youthful version of the classic Applejack

My Little Pony G1 Baby Bow Tie (Vintage European Exclusive)
Baby Bow Tie is a sweet and playful pony from the Generation 1 collection, capturing the charm of her adult counterpart in an adorable baby form. She has a light blue body and soft pink mane and tail.
- Pose: Baby Bow Tie Pose
- Body Colour: Light blue
- Hair Colour: Pink
- Symbol: Pink bow ties
- Unique Trait: Miniature version of Bow Tie, playful and curious

My Little Pony G1 Baby Lemon Drop (Vintage European Exclusive)
Baby Lemon Drop is a cheerful and bouncy pony from the Generation 1 lineup, bringing a sweet and playful charm that mirrors her adult counterpart. She has a bright yellow body and soft lavender mane and tail.
- Pose: Baby Ember Pose
- Body Colour: Yellow
- Hair Colour: Lavender
- Symbol: Purple raindrops
- Unique Trait: Miniature version of Lemon Drop, full of energy and fun

My Little Pony G1 Baby Firefly (Vintage)
Baby Firefly is a G1 Baby Pony released in 1984, capturing the charm of her adult counterpart in an adorable, pint-sized form. She features a pink body, blue hair, and a glittery blue lightning bolt symbol.
- Pose: Baby Surprise Pose
- Body Colour: Pink
- Hair Colour: Blue
- Symbol: Glittery blue lightning bolt
- Unique Trait: Adventurous Pegasus learning to fly

My Little Pony G1 Baby Surprise (Vintage)
Baby Surprise is a G1 Baby Pony known for her cheerful and playful personality. She has a white body, chartreuse hair, and a glittery purple balloon symbol with a pink string, representing her love for celebrations.
- Pose: Baby Surprise Pose
- Body Colour: White
- Hair Colour: Chartreuse
- Symbol: Glittery purple balloon with a pink string
- Unique Trait: Uses balloons to practice flying

My Little Pony G1 Baby Blossom (Vintage)
Baby Blossom is a sweet and charming G1 Baby My Little Pony, capturing the essence of her mother, Blossom, in an adorable miniature form. She features a soft lavender body, silvery-white hair.
- Pose: Baby Blossom Pose
- Body Colour: Lavender
- Hair Colour: Silvery White
- Eye Colour: Purple
- Symbol: Group of white flowers

My Little Pony G1 Baby Cotton Candy (Vintage)
Baby Cotton Candy is a G1 Baby Pony released in 1984, capturing the sweetness of her adult counterpart in a miniature, adorable design. She has a pink body, fading pink hair, and a unique symbol of nine white dots.
- Pose: Baby Blossom Pose
- Body Colour: Pink
- Hair Colour: Fading Pink
- Eye Colour: Purple
- Symbol: Nine white dots

My Little Pony G1 Baby Glory (Vintage)
Baby Glory is a G1 My Little Pony released in 1984, embodying the magical charm of her adult counterpart. She has a white body, purple hair accented by a blue streak, and a glittery purple shooting star symbol.
- Pose: Baby Glory Pose
- Body Colour: White
- Hair Colour: Purple with a blue streak
- Symbol: Glittery purple shooting star
- Unique Trait: Magical and imaginative personality

My Little Pony G1 Baby Moondancer (Vintage)
Baby Moondancer is a G1 Baby Pony released in 1984, capturing the mystical charm of her adult counterpart in an adorable miniature form. She features a white body with a flowing pink mane accented by a purple streak.
- Pose: Baby Glory Pose
- Body Colour: White
- Hair Colour: Purple with a blue streak
- Symbol: Glittery purple shooting star
- Unique Trait: Magical and imaginative personality

My Little Pony G1 Baby Ember’s Dream (Vintage)
Ember’s Dream refers to the G1 Lavender Ember, a unique and beloved Baby Pony known for her distinctive design and symbolic importance in the My Little Pony universe.
- Pose: Baby Ember Pose
- Body Colour: Lavender
- Hair Colour: Purple
- Eye Colour: Purple
- Symbol: White star

My Little Pony G1 Baby Cuddles (Vintage)
Baby Cuddles is a beloved G1 Baby Pony known for her charming design and association with the Baby Buggy playset. In the US, the regular version of Baby Cuddles was released in Year 3 (1984-1985).
- Pose: Baby NBBE Cuddles Pose
- Body Colour: Light blue (animated) or green (NBBE)
- Hair Colour: Pink
- Eye Colour: Green (animated) or blue/green (NBBE)
- Symbol: Pink or dark pink rattle

My Little Pony G1 Baby Tiddley-Winks (Vintage)
Baby Tiddley-Winks, also known by several variations of her name, was first released as a Normal-Eyed Baby Pony (NBBE) in Year 3 (1984-1985) alongside the Lullabye Nursery playset.
- Pose: Baby NBBE Cuddles Pose
- Body Colour: Light blue (animated) or green (NBBE)
- Hair Colour: Pink
- Eye Colour: Green (animated) or blue/green (NBBE)
- Symbol: Pink or dark pink rattle
My Little Pony Year 3 Sea Ponies (Adults & Babies)
The Sea Ponies brought an aquatic twist to the My Little Pony world, featuring sleek, seahorse-inspired designs perfect for underwater adventures. Ponies like Sea Breeze, Whitecap, and Sea Mist reflected the tranquil beauty of the ocean, while Wave Jumper, Sand Dollar, and High Tide captured its playful and mysterious side. These unique ponies added a splash of creativity to the G1 lineup, diving into the imaginations of fans with their flowing fins and seaside charm.

My Little Pony G1 Baby Surf Rider (Vintage)
Surf Rider is a graceful and playful G1 Baby Sea Pony introduced in Year 3 of the My Little Pony collection. She has a soft lavender body, delicate pale pink hair, and matching pale pink fin tips.
- Pose: Tiny Bubbles Pose
- Body Colour: Lavender
- Hair Colour: Pale pink
- Eye Colour: Blue
- Symbol: Pale pink fin tips

My Little Pony G1 Baby Backstroke (Vintage)
Backstroke is a vibrant G1 Baby Sea Pony from Year 3, bringing a playful energy and aquatic charm to the My Little Pony universe. She has a bright pink body, bold orange hair, and orange fin tips.
- Pose: Backstroke Pose
- Body Colour: Pink
- Hair Colour: Orange
- Eye Colour: Aqua
- Symbol: Orange fin tips

My Little Pony G1 Sand Dollar Sea Pony (Vintage)
Sand Dollar is a G1 Sea Pony introduced in 1984, capturing the magic and charm of life beneath the waves. Her soft pink body and vibrant chartreuse mane make her a standout figure, while teal eyes.
- Pose: Sand Dollar Pose
- Body Colour: Pink
- Hair Colour: Chartreuse
- Eye Colour: Teal
- Symbol: Aqua fin tips

My Little Pony G1 Sea Mist Sea Pony (Vintage)
Sea Mist is a graceful G1 Sea Pony with a sleek white body and a vibrant candy-red mane accented with a light pink stripe. She has maroon eyes and pink fin tips.
- Pose: Wavedancer Pose
- Body Colour: White
- Hair Colour: Candy Red with a light pink stripe
- Eye Colour: Maroon
- Symbol: Pink fin tips

My Little Pony G1 Sea Breeze Sea Pony (Vintage)
Sea Breeze is a graceful and enchanting Sea Pony from the Generation 1 lineup, known for her serene beauty and connection to the ocean. Her delicate pink body and flowing mane capture the calming essence of the sea.
- Pose: Sea Pony
- Body Colour: Pink
- Hair Colour: Lilac and green
- Symbol: Light blue seashell
- Unique Trait: Graceful aquatic design with a serene personality

My Little Pony G1 Baby Tiny Bubbles (Vintage)
Tiny Bubbles is a charming G1 Baby Sea Pony introduced in Year 3 of the My Little Pony collection. Her design captures the beauty and whimsy of the ocean, with a bright blue body and cheerful yellow hair.
- Pose: Tiny Bubbles Pose
- Body Colour: Blue
- Hair Colour: Yellow
- Eye Colour: Blue
- Symbol: Yellow fin tips

My Little Pony G1 High Tide Sea Pony (Vintage)
High Tide is a vibrant G1 Sea Pony introduced in 1984, bringing the sunny warmth of the seaside to the My Little Pony collection. Her bright yellow body and soft, curly light pink hair create a cheerful and eye-catching design.
- Pose: Sand Dollar Pose
- Body Colour: Yellow
- Hair Colour: Light pink
- Eye Colour: Purple
- Symbol: Pink fin tips

My Little Pony G1 Wave Jumper Sea Pony (Vintage)
Wave Jumper is a vibrant G1 Sea Pony introduced in 1984 as part of the second wave of Sea Ponies released in the USA. Her bright blue body and fading pink curly hair capture the playful essence of the ocean.
- Pose: Sand Dollar Pose
- Body Colour: Blue
- Hair Colour: Fading pink
- Eye Colour: Purple
- Symbol: Pink fin tips

My Little Pony G1 Whitecap Sea Pony (Vintage)
Whitecap is a G1 Sea Pony with a sleek aqua body and a soft lavender mane, embodying the gentle beauty of ocean waves. Her symbol, a pink shell, highlights her connection to the underwater world.
- Pose: Wavedancer Pose
- Body Colour: White
- Hair Colour: Purple hair with a blue streak
- Eye Colour: Blue
- Symbol: Pink fin tips

My Little Pony G1 Baby Splasher (Vintage)
Splasher is a delightful G1 Baby Sea Pony introduced in Year 3 of the My Little Pony collection. She has a bright blue body, flowing purple hair, and matching purple fin tips.
- Pose: Backstroke Pose
- Body Colour: Blue
- Hair Colour: Purple
- Eye Colour: Purple
- Symbol: Purple fin tips

My Little Pony G1 Baby Sea Star (Vintage)
Sea Star is a G1 Baby Sea Pony introduced in Year 3 of the My Little Pony lineup, bringing an adorable charm to the underwater world of Ponyland. She has a sunny yellow body, a soft purple mane, and pink fin tips.
- Pose: Backstroke Pose
- Body Colour: Yellow
- Hair Colour: Purple
- Eye Colour: Purple
- Symbol: Pink fin tips

My Little Pony G1 Baby Sea Shimmer (Vintage)
Sea Shimmer is a delightful G1 Baby Sea Pony from Year 3, bringing a touch of elegance and magic to the underwater world of Ponyland. She has a pale green-yellow body, soft blue hair, and matching blue fin tips.
- Pose: Tiny Bubbles Pose
- Body Colour: Pale green-yellow
- Hair Colour: Blue
- Eye Colour: Blue
- Symbol: Blue fin tips
My Little Pony Mail Order Birthflower Ponies
The G1 Birthflower Ponies were a set of twelve ponies, each representing a specific month of the year. These ponies were released as special Mail Order exclusives. The most commonly available versions of the Birthflower Ponies featured a primarily white and magenta color scheme. In contrast, the Alternate Birthflower Ponies, which were more vibrant and varied in color, had a much more limited distribution. Both versions are highly collectible, with the alternate designs being particularly rare. Below you can see four examples. Click here to see the entire collection, including alternative versions.

My Little Pony G1 Birthflower Ponies: January Carnation
Carnation represents January with her delicate white body, magenta mane, and a matching carnation flower symbol. She embodies the charm and resilience associated with the flower of the winter season.
- Represents January
- Symbol: Carnation flower
- Color scheme: White and magenta
- Embodies charm and resilience

My Little Pony G1 Birthflower Ponies: February Violet
Violet is a soft and elegant pony symbolizing February. Her magenta violet flower symbol reflects her association with loyalty and faithfulness, making her a sweet addition to the collection.
- Represents February
- Symbol: Violet flower
- Color scheme: White and magenta
- Reflects loyalty and faithfulness

My Little Pony G1 Birthflower Ponies: March Daffodil
Daffodil brings the brightness of spring to March with her cheerful daffodil symbol. Her vibrant presence evokes hope and renewal, much like the first blooms of the season.
- Represents March
- Symbol: Daffodil flower
- Color scheme: White and magenta
- Evokes hope and renewal

My Little Pony G1 Birthflower Ponies: April Daisy
Daisy represents April with her simple and cheerful daisy flower symbol. She captures the joy and innocence of springtime meadows in full bloom.
- Represents April
- Symbol: Daisy flower
- Color scheme: White and magenta
- Captures joy and innocence
Learn More About My Little Pony
If you want to learn more about ponies and how to restore them, here are two resources that can help. The first is the unofficial MLP G1 guide (which has photos, prices, etc). The second is my own book, Restoring My Little Pony!
Restoring My Little Pony is the result of almost three years of restoring and customizing My Little Pony toys for my channel RetroGeek Crafts. The book contains 86 pages full of detailed step-by-step guides, project features, material and technique comparisons, and much more. The book is mostly focused on My Little Pony Generation 1 (MLP G1). However, these techniques can be applied to all other generations, including MLP G2, G3, G4, and even G5.
This unofficial MLP guide to the first generation of My Little Pony (known as G1) was created by Summer Hayes. The book provides everything a collector needs to identify G1 ponies and their accessories, and understand their value. The guide contains large, full color photos of every pony, playset and accessory released in the US (and in some cases in other countries) in the 1980s and 1990s.
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