Your vintage cabbage patch doll could be worth thousands. According to the cabbage patch kids website, they became the best selling new doll ever to be introduced to the toy market. A few collector cabbage patch kids have been made in porcelain. Cabbage patch kids coleco industries c 1978 1982 cabbage patch doll in original outfit this sweet cpk doll has a black signature on her bottom cheek she has hard plasticvinyl head with brown woollen hair, fringe and two ponytails. Artist martha nelson thomas with her doll babies, the original cabbage patch kids. The last two companies to take over cabbage patch kids production, toys r us and play along kids, reverted to the softbodied, vinylheaded dolls. Collectible porcelain cabbage patch doll easy price guide. Xavier roberts has his signature on the bottom of each cabbage patch kid. Cabbage patch kid doll, vintage coleco original clothes. For a wide assortment of cabbage patch kids visit today.
Identifing the old coleco and hasbro cabbage patch dolls. Porcelain cabbage patch xavier roberts kid 1985 vintage. Cabbage patch kids vintage retro style yarn hair doll original brunette hairbrown eyes, 16 amazon exclusive easy to open packaging. In most instances, the xavier roberts signature stamp appears on the left butt cheek of the doll. The cabbage patch kid names lists are gathered from reader submissions of their dolls names or auctions for vintage dolls or their adoption paperwork as well as found through thrift store and yard sales. She comes with her clothes and hang tag but no box or paper work. Cabbage patch kids were created by american art student xavier roberts in 1978.
Oct 30, 2017 in its first year, over 3 million cabbage patch kid dolls were sold. In 2003, play along launched a cabbage patch kids 25th anniversary collection using some of the original head sculpts from the very first coleco editions. Cabbage patch kids are a line of soft sculptured dolls sold by xavier roberts and registered in the united states office in 1978 as the little people. In its first year, over 3 million cabbage patch kid dolls were sold.
Compared to the original little people, these cabbage patch kids would have a blush on their vinyl cheeks but not on their bodies. The official cabbage patch dolls came many years after xavier roberts original designs which he handcrafted and titled little people originals. These toy versions are recognizable by their smaller size and vinyl heads. Vtg cabbage patch kids girl doll 16 1980s vintage porcelain in original box. A subreddit created so you can try to find out what that item you have is and what it is worth. Your old cabbage patch doll could be worth thousands of dollars.
Vintage cabbage patch doll sandy blonde hair blue eyes xavier. Jul 06, 2016 very helpful in identifying the authentic cabbage patch dolls. There are several ways to identify authentic cabbage patch dolls, including signature, body tags and notice. The dolls started to get gimmicky and strayed too far from their original concept of being sweet, huggable, and adoptable. May 22, 2018 as with all things old, vintage and collectable, the value of the doll will be dependent on the rarity and condition its in.
Jennifer rosenberg is a historian and writer who specializes in 20thcentury history. If you see too many listings then please narrow your keywords and search again. Your old cabbage patch doll could be worth thousands of. Product title cabbage patch kids rocker doll, blonde hairbrown eye girl average rating.
Cabbage patch kids tiny newborn baby doll purple tutu 9 cabbage patch kids. Is your cabbage patch kid worth hundreds of dollars. The list is compiled as an online source to satisfy curiosity, foster nostalgia and perhaps serve as a guide to rename your kid. New collectors should be aware that fake kids may look almost identical to the authentic dolls. Cabbage patch dolls for sale shop with afterpay ebay. They are now called handstitched originals or softies by collectors. Cabbage patch doll rescue, clean and makeover course series. Vintage cabbage patch dolls pre1990 for sale in stock. Cabbage patch kids joined the young astronaut program and sent their first doll into space. You can also go to or and search their directory for an auction. Boys, girls, and collectors can enjoy these pre1990 cabbage patch kids. Xavier roberts original cabbage patch doll starfarmstudios. Her hair needs attention and her bloomers elastic is stretched and dress has a stain. Get the best deals on chinaporcelain cabbage patch dolls when you shop the largest online selection at.
Cabbage patch dolls come with birth certificates, and they each have their own name and birth date. The originals were all cloth and sold at local craft shows, then later at babyland general hospital in cleveland, ga. In some limited edition makes of the cabbage patch doll, porcelain or an allvinyl body can be noted. Below are the listings that we found for you based on porcelain cabbage patch doll, which were the words that you entered. The toys r us line lasted until play along toys obtained exclusive licensing rights to produce the cabbage patch kids doll line. Chinaporcelain doll caucasian cabbage patch dolls for sale in. While xaviers first creations were popular, the introduction of cabbage patch dolls saw 3 million of the dolls being adopted by the end of their first year of production. Vintage cabbage patch doll 1985 porcelain doll cori lynne. Also available, although not as prominent, were porcelain cabbage patch kids, available directly through the danbury mint. In 1982, xavier roberts began marketing his famous soft sculpture dolls, previously called little people, as cabbage patch dolls. The signature stamp, tag and notice provide clues to the identity of a cabbage patch doll. Cabbage patch kids became yesterdays news by the late 1980s.
Chinaporcelain cabbage patch dolls for sale in stock ebay. Vintage cabbage patch kids that are worth a fortune antiques. Jul 21, 2012 giant vintage doll haul over 100 items barbie, madame alexander, cabbage patch kids, effanbee duration. Chinaporcelain original opened cabbage patch dolls for. Some sites that i recommend for selling are local, local,,, ebay and local. As with all things old, vintage and collectable, the value of the doll will be dependent on the rarity and condition its in. Since 1978 authentic cabbage patch kids and little people created by xavier roberts, cuties, adoptimals, and other cabbage patch toys and gifts are available at.
Etsy your place to buy and sell all things handmade. Find great deals on cabbage patch dolls in your area on offerup. Cabbage patch dolls, 1980s doll lot xavier roberts. Vintage cabbage patch kids that are worth a fortune. Danbury mint cabbage patch dolls for sale in stock ebay. By continuing to use this site you consent to the use of cookies on your device as described in our cookie policy unless you have disabled them. Coleco filed for bankruptcy in 1988 and in 1994, hasbro mattel took over the brand. Vintage xavier roberts porcelain cabbage patch kid. During the 1983 christmas season, parents in the united states frantically searched everywhere for the coveted. By continuing to use this site you consent to the use of cookies on your device as described. In 1976, roberts became fascinated with a german fabricsculpture technique from the 19th century known as needle molding.
Identifing the old coleco and hasbro cabbage patch dolls by. How to clean cabbage patch dolls original cabbage patch. Little people was changed to the cabbage patch kids in 1983 coleco released mass market cabbage patch kids, they made kids, preemies, babies and toddlers in many different editions from 19831989. Browse the best of ebay, connect with other collectors, and explore the history behind your favorite finds. Vintage 1982 cabbage patch kids coleco female blue dress diaper t strap shoes ebay. Collectible cabbage patch doll 1998 easy price guide. Giant vintage doll haul over 100 items barbie, madame alexander, cabbage patch kids, effanbee duration. How to sell original cabbage patch dolls our pastimes. Get the best deals on chinaporcelain cabbage patch dolls when you shop the largest. Unfollow porcelain cabbage patch doll to stop getting updates on your ebay feed.
They experienced popularity in the 1980s, and original cabbage patch dolls made before 1990 are considered vintage. Most valuable cabbage patch kids in 2018 updated list. However, a few may have it on the right cheek in an upside down position. Can you tell me the value of a 1985 cabbage patch kids doll. Vice martha nelson thomas started working on her doll babies her name for the line of. Babyland general hospital in cleveland, georgia remains a top tourist attraction and special event locale. Cabbage patch kids are a brand of dolls created by xavier roberts in 1978. Cabbage patch dolls were created in 1979 and in the early 80s they were mass produced, meaning they were made in large n.
Signature stamps also appear in different colors that correlate with the. The value of an individual doll depends on popularity, date of manufacture, and number of dolls. Jan 24, 2020 the history of the cabbage patch doll. The brand was renamed cabbage patch kids when the dolls went into mass production in 1982. During this time the foreign market factories produced cpk from 19841985. On the authentic coleco dolls of this time the on the back of the head reads, 1978, 1982 original appalachian artworks, inc.
Collectible porcelain cabbage patch doll below are the listings that we found for you based on porcelain cabbage patch doll, which were the words that you entered. Vintage cabbage patch dolls pre1990 for sale in stock ebay. Original cabbage patch dolls are still sought today by collectors around the world. Etsy uses cookies and similar technologies to give you a better experience, enabling things like. Vintage 1983 cabbage patch kids original porcelain ornament item no. Cabbage patch doll rescue, clean and makeover course. Cabbage patch dolls come with birth certificates, and they each have their own. The dolls were based upon a design originally created by martha nelson thomas. Vintage porcelain cabbage patch doll 1984, collectible cabbage patch doll. Cabbage patch kids, originally known as little people, became a. Original porcelain cabbage patch doll 1984 1985 georgia artist.
See more ideas about cabbage patch, cabbage patch kids and dolls. The very first cabbage patch dolls were released in 1983. Do you want to make a side income fixing up and customizing cabbage. Vintage cabbage patch dolls pre 1990 cabbage patch kids, known as cpks for short, are a line of softbodied dolls that are just waiting to be adopted. Make offer porcelain cabbage patch kid doll 1985 cabbage patch lamp with shade vintage 1980s. The real cabbage patch kids of this era are identified by the by the word birthmark on the head, cheek of the buttocks and the body tag. But even the grubbiest cabbie can clean up fabulously with a little love and elbow grease. Many of the cabbies i have come across have been well filthy. If you get too few items then please broaden your search terms a little.
Collector information, identification my cabbage patch kids. The value of an individual doll depends on popularity, date of manufacture, and number of dolls currently available for sale. Cabbage patch kids werent actually born in a field of vegetables, but out of the entrepreneurial mind of a 21yearold art student, xavier roberts, in helen, georgia. The next cabbage patch kids to make it on this list of most valuable are a pair of special edition fraternal twin dolls. The iconic toy has been an official olympic mascot 1992 the cbk doll featured on us postage stamps 1999. Expert cabbage patch doll collectors can be consulted for further information on the authenticity of a particular doll.
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