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Porcelain dolls from the 1870sThe doll is considered the oldest toy. Archaeologists have found them in Egyptian tombs dating as far back as 200 BC.
Europe became the center of doll making until the 1860's when the United States began the production of them. At first dolls were expensive and only the wealthy families could easily afford them. Then after World War II plastic was developed and used for doll making which brought down the prices so every child could get one.
The materials for the doll range from china, clay, paper to plastic. Antique dolls are now collector's items with the most expensive ones made in France from the 19th century. Some of these dolls are selling for up to $22,000.
Baby dolls didn't appear until 1850 and they become so popular that most dolls were made that way. Before that time the majority of dolls were made to look like adults. The Barbie doll is one of the most
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popular adult looking doll of today.
Doll hospitals have sprung up. These hospitals specialize in the restoration or repair of dolls. Actually doll hospitals have been around for a while. The oldest one dating back to 1830 in Portugal. Most dolls are repaired for adults. Also collectors will buy an old doll and get it restored to its former condition.
On this page you will find all types of collectible dolls for sale. Antique, vintage, Barbie, Beautiful collectible dolls. Chatty Cathy, figurines, porcelain and more.
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