Most Valuable Collectible Dolls

The Most Valuable Collectible Dolls

Collectible dolls have long been a favorite of female hobbyists. But with so many different types to choose from – vintage, Barbie, baby, rag, licensed character – how do you know which ones represent the most valuable collections?

The short answer is any type of doll that touches your heart. It may be a toy that you grew up with, one that uncannily resembles your own children, or a doll made with fine craftsmanship. Whatever the case, make sure you love it before you start collecting it because your collection is sure to grow quickly – and could even overtake your house! Let’s take a look at some of the more popular collectible dolls.

Madame Alexander

Collectible Doll

Since 1923, Madame Beatrice Alexander Behrman has been designing and producing finely handcrafted dolls for young girls and adult women alike. Still in business today, Madame Alexander has expanded from offering beautiful, showcase-worthy collectible dolls to sturdier ones designed for babies and young girls to actually play with.

Madame Alexander was the first doll maker to create licensed characters, babies with eyes that “sleep”, patriotic dolls, a full-figured doll, and use hard plastic construction.

Because there were so many of them manufactured, Madame Alexander dolls are not particularly rare. Two of them, Kathleen Toddler and Binnie, fetch the highest prices, up to $475. However, if you enjoy collectible dolls of exceptional quality and beauty, there’s no reason to not collect these.

Barbie Dolls

Perhaps the most famous of all collectible dolls are Barbies. Since the late 1950s, Barbie dolls have stolen little girls’ – and even bigger girls’ – hearts. Barbie and her buddies are still quite popular today and Mattel introduces a new, special edition doll annually around Christmas.

Some of the rarer editions (less than 1,000 produced) command pretty hefty prices. Surprisingly, most of these are modern but many are associated with famous fashion designers or limited collections. The keys to their value are condition and original clothing. Even a rare doll that has been played with will not command a high price. There are lots of resources online if you wish to determine the value of your dolls.

Ashton Drake Tiny Miracles

The Ashton Drake Galleries collection of baby dolls are quite popular. They are very high quality, made with micro strands of hair securely rooted to their soft vinyl heads, lifelike features, and adorable expressions complete with wispy eyelashes. They come dressed in a variety of outfits – everything from baseball uniforms to a more traditional infant layette.

The company also produces bride, fantasy, cultural, and stuffed dolls, as well as the Delilah Noir collection, aimed at teen girls.

Ashton Drake dolls are sold brand new from the manufacturer’s website with prices ranging around $60 on up to hundreds. If you take good care of your doll, it is sure to rise in value due to the exceptional quality.

There’s just something about collectible dolls that makes them fun to find, own, and display. Although you might wish to keep an eye out for that rare thousand dollar doll, it is more important to love the type of doll you collect. That will always make it valuable, no matter the market price.

We all  know that dolls are more than just decoration.  They are an expression of who we are.  Each of us who considers oneself a doll collector
selects that doll that satisfies some longing of our souls.

Whether we choose a new doll, a precious childhood doll, or a vintage doll, each seems to take on a personality all their own.
Doll Collectors understand this and try to find that perfect fit.

As you continue your journey to find that perfect collectible doll, your doll family continues to grow.  Each one brings with it special joy.

Any doll can become a collectible doll so one day your doll may very well become a vintage doll.  Some are precious friends that children will take to bed.  Others are destined for a life on the shelf.  These dolls become the beginning of a doll collection that then become a lifelong pursuit. Share your unique story to any and all who visit with your family.

The world of doll collecting should also expand our horizons.  Therefore, we endeavor to enjoy a wide variety of choices of unique dolls created in many different corners of the world.  Collectible dolls and future vintage dolls come in a variety of materials:
including porcelain, vinyl, cloth, wood.  Dolls also come in a wide price range: from the very affordable to the somewhat pricey variety.

Your special doll is at home right now, and your new doll wishes to make your home his/her home as well.