Antique Dolls Shop

The American Girls Doll Collection was first designed by a lady called Pleasant T. Rowland. She was very unhappy and sad with how most dolls were created with the idea of adulthood (in particular motherhood) in mind. Rowland thought that dolls for girls should have more of a focus on being a young girl and thus the American Girls Collection was developed and it quickly became very popular.

Playing with dolls is many little girl’s favorite game and while some girls never totally give up their toys. In fact some make a life long hobby out of it and collect collectible porcelain dolls and other antique dolls.

Collectible Antique dolls are wonderful items for children and adults alike. Collectible dolls can be made of porcelain, or can be a nowadays be reminder of a childhood such as Cabbage Patch kids. However, for a true taste of American history take a look at the American Girls Collection for a perfect collectible antique doll for anyone.

Porcelain dolls are also very popular ever since they were invented. Although it was never a toy just for little girls to play with but more for an adult to collect and invest in. Collectible porcelain dolls can be very delicate with unique features and are often carefully with beautiful designed details and clothing.

Every little detail is taken in consideration when taking a collectible porcelain doll to be appraised. Any and every little damage especially to the face (which is the most fragile part of the doll) can bring its value down on the collector’s doll market.

Things to look for when choosing an antique doll are the clothing. A quality collectible antique dolls should came with original clothing. Many of the outfits are rivaled in quality, fit and styles. It isn’t unusual for an Original antique doll dress to cost upwards of $300 in very good condition. In fact, some people own valued collectible antique dolls clothing even if dolls are of inferior condition.

Knowledge is imperative for anyone anticipating starting a doll collection to ensure that they are getting what they pay for in their collection. Having a collectible antique doll with original clothing and accessories, can set you back often more than the price of the doll itself to buy. When beginning their collections, often ladies pick up well-worn dolls with the idea of restoring them to the original condition. However, a good pair of shoes for a collectible antique doll, such as the French bisque, could cost as much as $100 to buy on ebay. Original clothing for some antique dolls may cost several hundreds of $ to buy online.

Collectible antique dolls can come in many shapes and sizes. For example a frozen China Doll is less than two Inches Tall. A “frozen doll” is one that does not have any movement. The best collectible antique dolls are available through ebay and although their prices have risen recent years, there are still bargains to be found for those willing to hunt around a site like ours for the best buys on antique dolls.

Collectible dolls represent a cross-section of cultures and economic backgrounds. They can also represent societal problems that many girls had to deal with over the course of American history. Each collectible antique doll has a story. Each story comes in the form of a corresponding book series to go with the dolls. These books and dolls highlight such issues as slavery, child labour, and poverty all relating to American history.