Jul 06, 2017 the cabbage patch kids have since passed out of the purview of mattel, and through several more companies since complete with new innovations with each change. Babyland general hospital in cleveland, georgia remains a top tourist attraction and special event locale. Cabbage patch dolls were created in the 1970s by xavier roberts. During this time the foreign market factories produced cpk from 19841985. He began to produce the dolls through his babyland general hospital in cleveland, georgia in 1979. Most valuable cabbage patch kids in 2018 updated list. These dolls, made by xavier roberts, began with the name little people and were sold with individualized birth certificates. It all began with a young american art student called xavier roberts. Shop forand learn aboutvintage cabbage patch kid dolls. I have collected coins since childhood, and i can tell you that any collectible is only worth, what you can get for it. Many of the cabbies i have come across have been well filthy. In 1976, roberts became fascinated with a german fabricsculpture technique from the 19th century known as needle molding. Vintage cabbage patch kids that are worth a fortune antiques.
Expect to only receive between 25 and 50 percent of the dolls worth. Cabbage patch kids tiny newborn baby doll purple tutu 9 cabbage patch kids. You might have the most valuable cabbage patch kids just. Apr 18, 2017 go to the library and research raggedy ann and andy books 1 2. Owners wishing to sell cabbage patch dolls should note that possession of the doll s original adoption papers and original clothing can increase the worth of the doll significantly.
Dolls that were made prior to the coleco handover are worth the most. African american cabbage patch dolls for sale in stock. One factor that contributed largely to their success was that each doll was oneofakind. Looking for a really rare vintage cabbage patch doll. Find best value and selection for your vintage 1986 original black cabbage patch kid doll rare original clothes boots search on ebay. How to know whether a cabbage patch kid is a first edition. Product title cabbage patch kids rocker doll, blonde hairbrown eye girl average rating. Those wishing to buy cabbage patch dolls can get a good idea of how much individual dolls are worth by looking at similar doll listings online. Fashion, collectibles, coupons and black cabbage patch doll, cabbage. There has been a line of porcelain collectible cabbies, talking cabbies, and even 2008 presidential election cabbies yes, sarah palin had her very own doll.
As popular as these huggable dolls were, cabbage patch kids are. After signing contract with appalachian artworks, inc. Coleco filed for bankruptcy in 1988 and in 1994, hasbro mattel took over the brand. Since cabbage patch kids came into being at babyland general hospital in 1978, they were an instant hit with parents and children alike. 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. Price guide a lot of people ask me how to find out what their doll is worth. 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. Cabbage patch kids became yesterdays news by the late 1980s.
Did you know cabbage patch kids have been made by seven different companies thats a lot of turnaround in 30 years. Original cabbage patch dolls are still sought today by. The first cabbage patch doll was released in 1983 and designed by a man named. Cabbage patch doll 19781982 original 1 of 9 cabbage patch doll 19781982 original 2 2 of 9 cabbage patch doll 19781982 original 3 3 of 9 cabbage patch doll 19781982 original 4 4 of 9 cabbage patch doll 19781982 original 5. In 1982, xavier roberts began marketing his famous soft sculpture dolls, previously called little people, as cabbage patch dolls. The dolls started to get gimmicky and strayed too far from their original concept of being sweet, huggable, and adoptable. You might have a valuable cabbage patch kid in your. But even the grubbiest cabbie can clean up fabulously with a little love and elbow grease. Your vintage cabbage patch doll could be worth thousands. On one of the bxes it says 1984 and the other says 1985.
Or, do you want to get a decent price for your vintage cabbage patch kid. Go to the library and research raggedy ann and andy books 1 2. How to sell original cabbage patch dolls our pastimes. I was wondering if they are worth anything,all orginal paper work is still in the boxes. The original 1982 cabbage patch kids license agreement with coleco industries was negotiated by roger l. Barbee09 and i go over all our cpks in order of the companies that produced. So now you dont have to feel weird about keeping a whole lot of old baby dolls in your basement.
Cabbage patch kids 9 deluxe splash n float green eye girl flamingo. How to know whether a cabbage patch kid is a first edition or. Its condition is marked as new, meaning that the doll hasnt been taken out of its original packaging and includes all original accessories and papers. My grandfather passed away and we were going through his things. The classic, vintage dolls were made by a local artist in cleveland, georgia. If its selling that you want, then check out our easy price guide or, if you are looking to buy a rare doll, look at these great ebay deals on vintage cabbage patch dolls. He had 4 cabbage patch dolls that are still in the orginal boxes,but the boxes are in pretty bad shape. During the 1983 christmas season, parents in the united states frantically searched everywhere for the coveted. Original cabbage patch dolls vintage 1986 original black. Cabbage patch kids werent actually born in a field of vegetables, but out of the entrepreneurial. People are starting to sell their prized cabbage patch kid dolls for thousands of dollars. As a cabbage patch kid sold overseas, the tsukuda dolls were specifically made and sold in japan.
How much is a 1985 cabbage patch doll worth answers. Unlike the brand of doll, the cabbage patch doll, a cabbage is a vegetable and therefore does not have a face. This was possible by creating dolls with different colored eyes and hair. Several books on raggedy ann and andy dolls have price lists, such as the raggedy ann and andy family album by susan ann garrison 1. The cabbage patch doll phenomenon took the world by storm overnight, it seemed, those strange little people were everywhere. Common types are the bubble n bath and drink n wet newborns. Vintage cabbage patch kids that are worth a fortune. The list is compiled as an online source to satisfy curiosity, foster nostalgia and perhaps serve as a guide to rename your kid. 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. I am an individual doll collector, doctor and artist specializing in cabbage patch kid repairs, restores, and reroots. Your old cabbage patch doll could be worth thousands of dollars.
Cabbage patch creator xavier roberts ed his design in 1976 and sold the rights to company giant coleco in 1982. Jennifer rosenberg is a historian and writer who specializes in 20thcentury history. I cant tell you the value of your doll but i can tell you how. Theres really no set guide to determining the value of any given cabbage patch kids doll. Cabbage patch kids holiday baby doll purple dress 14 cabbage patch kids. Cabbage patch kids koosas vintage 1983 brown dog plush doll orange white body. The cabbage patch dolls also known widely as cabbage patch kids were created by xavier roberts. A number of different cabbage patch dolls exist, including the following.
Cabbage patch kids 14 kids doll blonde girl in polkadot party outfit, multi, model. Some of the rarest vintage cpk dolls can be worth a. Prices vary for cabbage patch kids dolls depending on the type of doll and year that it was made. Your old cabbage patch doll could be worth thousands of. Cabbage patch kids, originally known as little people, became a. Cabbage patch kid doll, vintage coleco original clothes. Cabbage patch dolls for sale shop with afterpay ebay. According to the cabbage patch kids website, they became the best selling new doll ever to be introduced to the toy market. Kids limited vintage edition blonde commemorating 1983 check price, read full. They were a huge success and have continued to remain popular throughout the years. How to find out if my raggedy ann doll is worth money.
It didnt take long for these unique toys to start flying off the shelves. The cabbage patch kids have since passed out of the purview of mattel, and through several more companies since complete with new innovations with each change. New listing cabbage patch kids girl doll black cpk bean bottom bbb pink duck clothes outfit. Cleaning a stain on cabbage patch dolls face june 16, 2012 my old cabbage patch preemie has a blue stained face, probably due to materials, blankets, sweat, etc. How to clean a cabbage patch kid doll full stepbystep tutorial duration.
Shop forand learn about vintage cabbage patch kid dolls. And now, more than 20 years later, theyre still popular. 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. Cabbage patch boy clothes, 2piece outfit, cool dinosaurs top, black pants, 16 inch cabbage patch doll clothes, trexlove dinosaurs. While the cabbage patch kid may sound like just another doll, what. Get the best deals on african american cabbage patch dolls when you. The value of an individual doll depends on popularity, date of manufacture, and number of dolls currently available for sale. Is your cabbage patch kid worth hundreds of dollars. Remembering the snacktime kid the terrifying doll that. Xavier roberts, babyland general hospital, playalong, coleco, mattel, hasbro or cabbage patch kids.
Price guide dianas patch custom cabbage patch kids. They were certainly a hit, but do they have any value to the doll collector. African american cabbage patch dolls for sale in stock ebay. Cleaning a stain on cabbage patch doll s face june 16, 2012 my old cabbage patch preemie has a blue stained face, probably due to materials, blankets, sweat, etc. Babyland general hospital in cleveland georgia is the birthplace of the little people and cabbage patch kids. See more ideas about cabbage patch, cabbage patch kids and dolls. The dolls were displayed in a hospitallike setting and were up for. Get the best deals on african american cabbage patch dolls for. These toy versions are recognizable by their smaller size and vinyl heads.
Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands affordable prices. Aug 29, 2017 did you know cabbage patch kids have been made by seven different companies thats a lot of turnaround in 30 years. These lists can give you details and clues as to what your doll might be worth. These items are 9 and 11inch vinyl dolls with bald heads that resemble infants. Since then, the dolls have been in high demand, and so, along with new models of.
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