Basic information about each manufacturer, dates of production, and sizes and types of dolls are presented in a wellorganized format, and the book is liberally illustrated with clear photos. If youre curious about the value of your antique dolls, our price guide may help you to identify how much your dolls are actually worth. Antique doll jd kestner mold 215 bisque head composition body fur brows german porcelain child 26in victorian doll. Com is a reference database of madame alexander dolls alexander doll company, barbie dolls. The sites lenghty listings make it harder to find your doll, so be sure to utilize the search page. Jan 20, 2020 collecting antique dolls is a popular hobby that can be both enjoyable and used as an investment for the collector.
Antique germany bisque composition 24 tall doll marked 120 12 gans seyfarth. Pretty bebe costume and hat for your antique jumeau, bru, or other french doll. Every collector will need the latest bible for collectors prices and identification. Remember that older books will not reflect current values but can be a great source of information. The dolls costumes and clothing are also drawn on a twodimensional surface and often have cutout tabs to fold around the doll. Antique porcelain dolls value assessing the value of your antique porcelain doll is not always a straightforward process.
A licensed appraiser will have unique insights and helpful advice on what makes a dollhouse valuable. Hummel number hummel name size inch pre trademark tmk 1 tmk 2 tmk 3 tmk 4 tmk 5 tmk 6 tmk 7 tmk 8 21i heavenly angel 6. Dolls date back to 2000 bc and were originally crafted to be wooden paddle dolls, which have been found in ancient egyptian tombs. The value of your doll will also depend on its manufacturer. See todays japanese geisha dolls for sale, best offer and auction. Alexander dolls values, price guide and doll reference. Apr 18, 2017 learning to a price a collectible doll requires research and comparisons with current market values. Collecting antique dolls is a popular hobby that can be both enjoyable and used as an investment for the collector. The official price guide to dolls by denise van patrten. We want to buy antique and vintage dolls and accessories. There are also doll magazines including antique doll collector and doll news.
Find this pin and more on take 1, sts personal collection by edna. The following doll value and identification guides are only a sampling of the books available from amazon. Values vary wildly for many different reasons including the condition of the doll, any accessories included, the cycles of the market and the conditions of the sale. Our doll shop is located in denver, colorado but we gladly travel to pickup doll collections. However, in the world of antique dolls, there isnt a unified consensus on book value. Remember, this information may vary considerably and fluctuate over time, so it is best to consult a variety of sources. You should also avoid treating leather bindings with oil.
Find best value and selection for your vintage horsman dolls 1950 1970 identification values scarce illustrated book search on ebay. If an antique book is torn or damaged, then do not use glue or tape on the pages and bindings, as this can devalue it. Even though paper is in the name, the term may refer to similar 2d dolls made out of plastic, cloth, or wood. Antique porcelain dolls have become a prized collectible. Apr 04, 2017 for another view on the value of porcelain dolls, especially those from collectors series of more recent vintage 40 years old and newer, we can look to the wise words in doll. Once you have identified who or what type of doll you have, to find a dolls price, value, worth, to buy or sell, heres our tip. Vintage horsman dolls 1950 1970 identification values scarce. With an offering that also features barbie dolls, antique handcarved dolls, black americana dolls, couture dolls and more, you will find the perfect gift for a doll collector or help you find a great addition to your own collection. There are many factors that determine value of a doll, and its important to understand that dolls from the same manufacturer and series can have varying prices based on their condition and fashion trends, among other. Doll values reference database for barbie, madame alexander. Whether one has just one doll or an entire collection, antique dolls or dolls of today, this is the one doll book that you will use. How to find the value of antique porcelain dolls march.
A paper doll is simply a flat drawing or print of a human or animal figure, designed to be cut out and decorated. If your doll is extremely rare, pricing it is difficult without the aid of a professional doll appraiser. Dolls have been variously constructed of clay, wood, rags and ivory. Porcelain dolls that were made 80 to 100 years ago or more can be quite valuable.
Antiques navigator will identify the doll, the value, and the place and time sold. Doll show usa event calendar if you plan on attending a show, please contact show host directly to verify the date and location. A book that has significant damage is likely not worth much. Arranged alphabetically by manufacturer, the blue book features over 560 photographs all in color. Some people prefer to just collect one type of doll, such as german bisque dolls, while others have collections that include a wide range of eras and materials, such as french and american dolls. Apr 18, 2017 determine the exact age of your raggedy ann doll. Price guides provide the current market value of the doll and are usually given in price ranges. Doll show usa event calendar if you plan on attending a show, please contact show host directly to. If you cant find your doll in one book, try several. The majority of vintage items are made between the 1700s and 1900s, when industrialization of childrens toys became possible. Modern porcelain collector dolls sold from about the 1980s to present, were meant to appeal to adult doll collectors, not children. Antique, vintage, modern, all about collecting and identifying dolls below are some doll reference books with cover photos, detailed descriptions, original retail price value, authors names, etc. Otherwise, buy or borrow a doll value book, try your local library or find a doll appraiser. One way to value your doll is to scour online sites or doll collector books for clues.
Free online antique price guides and resources lovetoknow. Foulkes blue books and doll value books are the gold standard for antique doll collectors. The market has a way of fluctuating and the book is not gospel, just a guide. Unfollow antique dolls to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. We catalog madame alexander dolls with name, years, size, estimated high and low values, what the doll is made of, doll size, eye type, eye color, hair color, hair type and other information we can find. Collector values reference database includes madame alexander dolls alexander doll company. While there are no tags or labels to tell you what year your doll was made, there are other ways to determine a raggedy ann dolls value.
How to find the value of antique porcelain dolls march 2020. How to find out if my raggedy ann doll is worth money. The dust jacket is both the most decorative part of a book, and the most delicate. Child doll girl dolls baby dolls victorian dolls vintage dolls antique dolls plastic doll old dolls dollhouse dolls. The sites lenghty listings make it harder to find your doll, so be sure to utilize the search page the doll price guide is exhaustive and indicates when the doll was appraised which can make a difference regarding current values. Find this pin and more on antique dolls by monica balancier. Porcelain dolls types and value of antique collectible. You may find help in a facebook doll group as well. Wonderland antique book and antique silver looking glass dolls and. Aug 01, 2001 arranged alphabetically by manufacturer, the blue book features over 560 photographs all in color. Values vary wildly for many different reasons including the condition of the doll, any accessories included, the cycles of.
Provides a price guide for all types of dolls, organized in an antique section and modern. The book value of an antique doll is similar to book value in a car. This book completes my collection of all foulkes blue books and is a valuable, concise, yet comprehensive reference for the serious doll collector. Antique, vintage, modern, all about collecting and identifying dolls below are some doll reference books with cover photos, detailed descriptions, original. Apr 27, 2020 remember that older books will not reflect current values but can be a great source of information. Checking the manufacturers mark is the best way to identify the type and era of an antique doll. Today, they are commonly used as toys and collector items for those who appreciate their looks and charm. Find this pin and more on oldies but goodies by margie choate. Most dolls will have a manufacturer stamp and a date on them. They became very popular and so many companies made similar dolls. Vintage horsman dolls 1950 1970 identification values.
Aug 20, 2003 this book completes my collection of all foulkes blue books and is a valuable, concise, yet comprehensive reference for the serious doll collector. Most hard cover books published since the early 20th century were sold with a dust jacket. A price guide for your antique dolls the spruce crafts. Learning to a price a collectible doll requires research and comparisons with current market values. Ebay advanced search find items doll sold listings on the. There is continued collector demand for very large, good quality antique german dolls. Second, this is a guide and more importantly it is a history of values prices paid at shows, auctions, etc. Some dolls made in a similar style have been found stamped bavaria, and others have accessories such as mirrors and parrots. An antique doll is technically any item produced before the 1930s. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Blue book dolls and values, 16th edition by jan foulke.
Collector books, doll magazines, and internet auction sites are your best bets for determining the value of a particular doll. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. The following doll value and identification guides are only a sampling of the books available from. A licensed appraiser will have unique insights and. Collectors will find the history of the nancy ann storybook doll company, help in identifying nancy ann storybook dolls and the characters they represent, and dolls for sale. While there are no tags or labels to tell you what year your doll was made, there are other ways to determine a raggedy ann doll s value. Any raggedy ann doll from 1918 up until 1960 may be considered an antique. For another view on the value of porcelain dolls, especially those from collectors series of more recent vintage 40 years old and newer, we can look to the wise words in doll. View thousands of doll items on ruby lane, a marketplace to buy and sell quality antiques, collectibles and artisan jewelry from thousands of curated sellers since 1998.
How to determine the value of antique porcelain dolls. Nancy ann story book dolls and similar dolls nice twice. This category has both and includes such makers as kerr and hine, virga, hollywood and others. Go to the phone book and find several appraisers in your area to ask what types of signifiers you should be looking for in your dollhouse before bringing it in for a formal appraisal. If youre buying, you can expect to pay more or less than the book indicates. Nancy ann story books were made in san francisco between 1930s and 1950s. The first, favorite, and most trusted, price guide to all types of dolls is even more colorful and readerfriendly in its 14th edition.
Antique french original aqua silk satin bonnet for jumeau bru steiner gaultier eden bebe doll about 2021 tall. Antique doll houses, sleds, sleighs, rocking horses. The doll price guide is exhaustive and indicates when the doll was appraised which can make a difference regarding current values. Vintage dolls are appealing to collectors due to the rich and interesting history and background. For the most accurate doll value, consult the doll makers website or companyspecific price guides when you have a marked doll. Porcelain dolls types and value of antique collectible porcelain dolls one of the most significant precursors of the modern porcelain bisque doll arrived during 15thcentury nativity scene movement in italy, where elaborate exhibitions were made particularly during christmas season in which dozens and dozens of dolls were arranged. Biggest online resource identifying dolls antique to modern. Apr 8, 2020 explore beckeymdouglass board vintage dolls, followed by. Antique german bisque dolls for sale in stock ebay. Most collectors items are french, german, or american. Popularity can change the value of an antique doll overnight. The 2020 values listed are meant to give someone with no knowledge of vintage barbie an approximate idea of value of dolls in average to excellent condition. This fourdrawer empire style 19th century dolls chest is grain painted, with brass ring handles.
The searchable database consists of detailed reports on a evergrowing list of items. Once an antique doll is properly identified, a popular method of finding its value is using a current antique doll price guide. Hummel number hummel name size inch pre trademark tmk 1 tmk 2 tmk 3 tmk 4 tmk 5 tmk 6 tmk 7 tmk 8 6 20 sensitive hunter 4 00000 088 0 60 sensitive hunter 4. New listing 17 etienne denamur ed antique french doll gorgeous has hairline c. Warren, whose price guide books have been the authority on collectibles values since 1985. Antique dolls are available in many styles and sizes.
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