We have to start by bursting your bubble a bitmany dolls are worth. How to sell original cabbage patch dolls our pastimes. By 1982 the little people evolved into cabbage patch kids. Your old cabbage patch doll could be worth thousands of. I could not get this one but what do you know years later i found her.
Xavier roberts introduced the world to his little people or cabbage patch kids in 1976 in new york and sold the rights to a major toy manufacturing company in 1982. The cabbage patch kid is by no means the most valuable collectors. They alleged that jakks slashed advertising for the cabbage patch line and flooded the market with lowpriced dolls in the final months it had the licenseall in an effort to tarnish the brand. They not only endorsed the dolls but said cabbage patch kids conjure a releasing. Babyland general hospital in cleveland, georgia remains a top tourist attraction and special event locale. Nov 20, 2016 cabbage patch kids dolls and more duration. I have several 1978, 1982 cabbage patch dolls i was. In 1982, xavier roberts began marketing his famous soft sculpture dolls, previously called little people, as cabbage patch dolls. Cabbage patch dolls in the pre1990 group are split into two phases. The adorable yet sort of creepy little baby dolls that you collected as a child could now be worth a pretty penny.
The name change to cabbage patch kids was made in 1982 when xaviers company, original appalachian artworks, began to license a smaller version of the handmade creations to a toy manufacturer named coleco which began mass production the same year. We use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website. Dolls that were made prior to the coleco handover are worth the most. In 1976, roberts became fascinated with a german fabricsculpture technique from the 19th century known as. As with all things old, vintage and collectable, the value of the doll will be dependent on the rarity and condition its in. Nov 15, 2008 for example cabbage patch doll who eats. May 11, 2012 what are the cabbage patch dolls worth. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. The cost for a cabbage patch kid varies based on condition, age, rarity and manufacturer.
I have only focused my collection on vintage mass market cabbage patch kids from the early 80s, so i will only share info about cpk from that time period. Information about how to identify cabbage patch kids and foreign factory. How to identify vintage coleco cabbage patch dolls in 3 easy steps. Cabbage patch dolls were created by xavier roberts. Another popular way to sell cabbage patch dolls is through ebay, facebook marketplace, or similar websites. Roberts finally licensed the doll to toy manufacturer coleco in 1982. The weird, rabid history of the cabbage patch craze. 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. Shop forand learn aboutvintage cabbage patch kid dolls. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands.
Oct 30, 2017 how much can you sell your cabbage page doll for. How to know whether a cabbage patch kid is a first edition or. Cabbage patch doll 1978 1982 original 1 of 9 cabbage patch doll 1978 1982 original 2 2 of 9 cabbage patch doll 1978 1982 original 3 3 of 9 cabbage patch doll 1978. Cabbage patch kids werent actually born in a field of vegetables, but out of the entrepreneurial. Cabbage patch kids brand dolls became one of the most popular toy fads of the 1980s. What is the typical value of a vintage cabbage patch kid. She came with registration, birthcertificate, adoption papers and footprints. In 1982, coleco bought the rights to mass market the dolls and cabbage patch. This was possible by creating dolls with different colored eyes and hair, different facial features and shapes and various ethnic groups. I bought a cabbage patch doll around the years of 1978 1982 not sure of exact year. How to know whether a cabbage patch kid is a first edition.
Price guide visit our internet site for even more relevant information on dolls. You might have a valuable cabbage patch kid in your basement. Jan 15, 2003 ive got this old cabbage patch doll and id like to know what a collector would pay for it. In 1982, xavier sold an exclusive license to coleco toys. In 1982, xavier roberts sold massmarketing rights to coleco. Is your cabbage patch kid worth hundreds of dollars. Stefs collectible ids episode 1 how to identify vintage. Today, cabbage patch dolls are very popular among collectors and a first edition doll in good condition could be worth thousands of dollars. I always love having an appraiser look at my stuff.
Cabbage patch kids zora mae 10th anniversary limited edition the legend of the cabbage patch kids many years ago, a young boy named xavier happened upon an enchanted cabbage patch, where he found very special little people who called themselves cabbage patch kids. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands affordable prices. Rare, vintage original 1978, 1982, cabbage patch kids doll. Please let me know if there are any cabbies missing from this list also, i need a good picture of every single cabbage patch doll in this list it is a huge task. However, in 1982, coleco took over production and began creating 16inch dolls with vinyl heads and soft bodies. The information you find on the cabbage patch pages is as up to date as possible and for entertainment only. You might have a valuable cabbage patch kid in your. Today, a cabbage patch kid doll may be worth at least.
Remember finding a cpk from a foreign factory does not guarantee rarity or high value. Get the best deals on cabbage patch dolls when you shop the. There are many places to find info, and i dont want to just copy from other sites, so the info on this page is only what i know. Collector information, identification my cabbage patch kids. In 1988, hasbro purchased the rights to the cabbage patch kids and began making gimmicky versions of the dolls, such as the birthday kids and baby dolls. Jan 01, 2014 how to identify vintage coleco cabbage patch dolls in 3 easy steps. It looks like the signature on her bottom was signed with a. Most valuable cabbage patch kids in 2018 updated list gazette. It didnt take long for these unique toys to start flying off the shelves. While the original little people by xavier were handcrafted, later in 1982 coleco purchased the rights to start producing very similar dolls under the name cabbage patch kids. Ive got this old cabbage patch doll and id like to know what a collector would pay for it. I am wondering how much is worth on the antique market, though i dont think i will sell him, i do love this doll, have had it forever. They experienced popularity in the 1980s, and original cabbage patch dolls made before 1990 are considered vintage.
Cabbage patch kids vintage doll collection youtube. 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. I bought a cabbage patch doll around the years of 19781982 not sure of exact year. I have several 1978, 1982 cabbage patch dolls i was trying to figure out how much they are actually worth. Most valuable cabbage patch kids in 2018 updated list. Jan 24, 2020 similar to his later works of art, the cabbage patch dolls, the little people came with adoption papers. Get the best deals on vintage cabbage patch doll signed when you shop the largest online selection at. Video game giant coleco began massproducing the second phase of. What is the value of a soft 1984 cabbage patch doll answers. Boys, girls, and collectors can enjoy these pre1990 cabbage patch kids. This is a complete list of cabbage patch kids made from 1982 to 2018.
I remember standing in a long line at toys r us when these cabbage patch dolls came out. Do you have valuable cabbage patch kids hiding in your. Cabbage patch creator xavier roberts ed his design in 1976 and sold the rights to company giant coleco in 1982. They have the original tags on them that say 1978 1982 on them they are all soft material withe exception of the faces in very good condition with original clothing. Tell us what else you do know and the appraiser will be able to better assist you. There are many good online guides to help you figure out what year your kid was made in and independent craftsmen.
In 1984 there were 20 million dolls sold and that total grew to 95 million by 1989. The value of an individual doll depends on popularity, date of manufacture, and number of dolls currently available for sale. Among the most expensive dolls from the cabbage patch kids line seem to be those released in the first few years after 1982. Vintage cabbage patch kids that are worth a fortune. Sep 06, 2016 this doll comes with the original birth certificate, diaper, pacifier, as well as original clothing. I bought her straight from the babyland hospital in geogia. How much is your 1978 1982 cabbage patch kid worth.
Original vintage cabbage patch doll 1978, 1982 blonde hair blue eyes. In 1976, roberts became fascinated with a german fabricsculpture technique from the 19th century known as needle molding. They also came with adoption certificates which new owners had to sign. Dolls that come with an intact box and all original accessories, including outfit, socks, shoes, ribbons and birth certificate, are more valuable. The company changed the name from little people to cabbage patch kids and went on to sell millions of the dolls. Unfollow cabbage patch 1985 to stop getting updates on your ebay feed.
Xavier roberts signature is on the bum of each authentic cabbage patch kid. Cabbage patch kids dolls from the 70s are worth collecting. He changed the name to cabbage patch kids, based on the childhood fable that new babies were plucked from cabbage gardens. Its got her original clothes and papers except that her shoes are missing. Its older than me, ive had it for as long as i can remember, even pictures with it when we were the same size. According to the cabbage patch kids website, they became the best selling new doll ever to be introduced to the toy market.
Vintage cabbage patch doll 1978, 1982 original appalachian. It looks like the signature on her bottom was signed with a pen its pretty faded. This doll is without a box, but has never been played with, and has been housed in a trunk since the 80s. Cabbage patch dolls were created in 1979 and in the early 80s they were mass produced, meaning they were made in large n. Yello80s cannot identify or price any cabbage patch kid dolls or products. This doll comes with the original birth certificate, diaper, pacifier, as well as original clothing. 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. These stories highlighted doll fanatics who paid 100 times the original price for earlier.
W hile the resale value of cabbage patch dolls varies widely, owners or those wishing to purchase a doll can join the manufacturers collectors club, where they can communicate with others wishing to buy or sell cabbage patch dolls. Your old cabbage patch doll could be worth thousands of dollars. They have the original tags on them that say 19781982 on them they are all soft answered by a verified antique expert. The original soft handmade dolls called little people created by xavier roberts under the original appalachian artworks label ran from the late 1970s and took on the cabbage patch kid name from the early to mid 1980s. After signing contract with appalachian artworks, inc. Stefs collectible id series episode 1 music credit local forecast slower. It seemed that every mom and dad in the united states spent frantic days searching for cabbage patch kids to put under the christmas tree. Sometimes its turned out to be surprisingly valuable. Mar 20, 2018 this is a complete list of cabbage patch kids made from 1982 to 2018.
Apr 18, 2018 cabbage patch kids brand dolls became one of the most popular toy fads of the 1980s. Oct 03, 2007 how much is my cabbage patch doll worth. Cabbage patch dolls date back to the 1970s, and the value of original models may. As popular as these huggable dolls were, cabbage patch kids are not the most valuable. How much is your 1978 1982 cabbage patch kid worth answers. Original cabbage patch dolls are still sought today by. As a cabbage patch kid sold overseas, the tsukuda dolls were specifically made and sold in japan. Coleco kept the same style as the xavier roberts originals, except for using vinyl heads on their dolls. Cabbage patch kids 14 kids doll blonde girl in polkadot party outfit. Lot of 16 vintage cabbage patch dolls 4 diapers 198485 xavier roberts. She is vintage 1978 1982 original appalachian artworks inc mfg for coleco industries made in china ont reg no 68l 2836. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Vintage cabbage patch kid doll 1982 girl doll green eyes blonde coleco signed. Otis lee is the leader of the gang of cabbage patch kids that befriended xavier.
Vintage cabbage patch kids preemie baby doll 1982 cpk toy xavier. 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. Similar to his later works of art, the cabbage patch dolls, the little people came with adoption papers. I was wondering if any collectors out there could tell me more about this doll. She accidentally resembles me when i was little so yeah shes. They are called cabbage patch because when he was a child, he was told by his parents. This doll is without a box, but has never been played with, and has been housed in. Vintage cabbage patch kids that are worth a fortune antiques. Cabbage patch dolls, 1980s doll lot xavier roberts cabbage patch kids duration. Vintage cabbage patch kid doll lot of 5 dolls xavier roberts 1982 2004 outfits. In 1982, coleco bought the rights to mass market the dolls and cabbage patch kids came to define the word fad in the 1980s. Stefs collectible id series episode 1 music credit local forecast slower kevin macleod licensed under. Only rare dolls have any real value to the collector.