About this site
This website grew out of the Fashionable Ladies site I started in 1997. Boy, the web was a whole lot simpler then! That site was devoted to the glamour dolls of the 1950s such as Madame Alexander’s Cissy and Ideal’s Revlon Doll. As my interests expanded, so did the site, and in 2006 it became VintageDollCollector.com. My goal is simply to document as many 20th century dolls and their outfits as possible. I focus on the dolls that children played with from the 1930s through the 1970s, but you will find dolls from earlier and later years, as well as some artist and “collector” dolls here too.
I am an antique dealer with interests in history, homesteading and Americana music. I live in southern Maine with my husband, two cats and assorted chickens. I am an active member of the United Federation of Doll Clubs. Thank you for stopping by and happy dolling!
Hi there.
I have an old wooden african american doll that reads Reliable made in canada on the back of her neck. I have been searching to find how old she is and her value. Can you possible help me out or lead me in the right direction? It would be greatly appreciated.
Best regards
Jodi St.Thomas
Hi Jodi,
your doll is very likely not made of wood, but composition, which is a mixture of sawdust and glue and other ingredients poured into a mold and then baked. It does resemble wood because of the sawdust. Reliable began making dolls in 1920 and was still making composition dolls in the early ’50s, before switching over to hard plastic and vinyl. Most of their black dolls were named Topsy. Reliable dolls are not particularly valuable, so unless she is in mint condition, her value would probably be $20-$40. Thanks for writing!
My name is Paige and I have a Madame Alexander doll that I’m having a hard time identifying. The lady I bought her from says her name is Elise. I read the information you had about the Elise doll but my doll is different from the pictures. She has dark brown hair with matching eyes, a crème colored tutu with red flowers, stockings, ballet shoes and a black choker. If you can help me with finding out her true identity I would greatly appreciate it. Thank you!
Paige, you probably have one of the later Elise dolls made starting in 1966. They have a different face than the earlier ones. She should be 17″ tall and marked Alexander on the back of her head below the hairline. A lot of the ballerinas did wear black chokers. Here are a few of the 1966 Elises on eBay to compare.
Thank you so much! She is 17″ and after some expecting, I found the mark below her hairline. Would you happen to know her price? The lady said she paid $75 for her and she’s in great shape without box and tags.
Maybe 10 years ago she would have sold for that much…now it’s more like $30, even with the box.
I collect vintage Monica dolls and am looking for other collectors. I am trying to find out what sort of clothing the dolls were sold in. Any help will be appreciated.
Monica dolls were sold in a variety of outfits, including long gowns and day dresses. Check your email – I will send some photos.
i bot a vintage doll it has a stamp on hur neck of a rabbit whats the company that made my doll
I don’t know, but perhaps another collector in the UK will see your post and know the answer.
Hello, i have a 36 inch black doll with AE3651 on the back of her neck shes one the most beautiful dolls iv’e ever seen .I have seen pictures of this doll with my dad at the age of two.how do i find out how old she is and her worth.
The AE mark was used by several different companies, who purchased parts from Artistic Doll Co. / Eastern Doll Corp., a plastics manufacturer in New York City. They made a lot of high-heeled glamour dolls, but also the large “companion dolls” like yours. The first companion doll was Ideal’s Patti Playpal, who came out in 1959; many knockoffs followed. Your doll probably dates to the 1960s. Black companion dolls are much harder to come by than the white versions. A doll like yours, with the same marking, in very good condition, sold on eBay a few months ago for $100.
i got this doll in 1974 itd from EEGEE Co. on the back it has the the year 1973 not sure what kind of doll is it her eyes move u can turn her head its made out of rubber it has number pat i been looking to see if i can find just like it mine has brown hair my sis had one black hair she dont have hers i still got mine i wonder if you can help me
It sounds like your doll is Softina. Take a look at
these dolls for sale
on eBay.I have a MME Alexander Elise ballerina from the late 1950′s or early 1960′s I would like to have refurbished for my grandaughter. How do I find someone realiable to do this for me?
The Alexander Doll Co. has their own doll hospital, unfortunately it’s closed right now because they’re moving to a new location. If you go to their website, they suggest a few other places. You can also try the Doll Doctors’ Association website.
Hi, I just got a doll that was made around 1987 by Galoob brand new and still in the box, that talks with a cassette and his mouth lights up. His name is Dozzzy. I have tried to look him up and have not found much about his except that he is always listed as rare or ultra rare. I was wondering if you have any idea of the value of this doll. Like I said, he is all there and in his original box in original condition. If you do know the value, would you also know any collector that is looking for this boy? Thank you so much for this site
Taja S
There are two versions of Dozzzy, one is a little boy and the other is a Teddy Bear. The bear version seems to be more common. I could not find a little boy doll with the original box that has sold, but one that sold last year without a box, went for $120. I don’t know anyone looking for this doll but I’m sure they are. If you post him on eBay you will certainly find a buyer, as he is definitely hard to come by. Thanks for writing!
I have a doll from my grandmother’s collection that has absolutely no markings on her. She is just under 15″ tall, has thick light brown rooted hair. Has blue eyes that open and close. Most of her body is hard plastic but her arms and head are soft (maybe vinyl). He wears long red boots, a short red dress, white undies, a black vinyl coat with white fur trim and a belt, and a white fur hat (Russian style). Any ideas what she could be?
Jen
Jen, check your email and attach pics to your reply. Impossible to tell who she is without looking at her. Thanks for writing.
Hi! I have a hard plastic doll with EEGEE 14-K 22 on back of head. I’m not sure of the approximate age or value and was curious. She has sleep eyes that open & close when you tilt her. She’s dressed in a yellow top, shorts, & bonnet that have lace trimming. Any ideas on her value and age would be appreciated! Thanks! Gina
Gina, it’s very difficult to identify a doll by the markings. I would need to see her. Check your email and attach pics to your reply and I’ll see what I can do.
I have exactly the same Dee & Cee doll than this one who is currently being for sale on eBay. I was four when I received it as a X-Mas gift and I am now 58! Would you know what her doll name was? I have no idea and would appreciate knowing it.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=181106617897
Thank you for such an interesting site
Ginette Lemay
Her name is just Drink ‘N Wet Baby. There was a black version as well as the white version. Thanks for your question!
I have a 1959 Effanbee Combination set.Bassinet with bedding hood cover My Fair baby doll and Mary Jane 30″ Big Sister doll wearing a matching dress to the bassinet..Nearly complete. For years I have been searching the internet for the Bassinet skirt….If anyone knows where I can find this pink and white gingham skirt trimmed in a wide lace with two long gingham ties at one end I would be most grateful…Please feel free to email me if you have any information……..Thank you