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One can have an antique doll appraised at a local antique dealer. They will be able to check the dolls for markings, which will tell when the doll was made and who manufactured it. From there, one can start the process of having them appraised.
Like any other collection hobby, the first stage is to build your own collection. You can use any method from Buy, Beg, Borrow and Steal. You must have good number of Barbie dolls in your possession. The next step is to exchange doubles or triples with you for those which you do not have. There are many forums and groups collecting Barbie dolls. Find the one in your area, join the same and you can increase your collection.
There are many places on the World Wide Web where one might purchase antique dolls. some of these places include eBay, collectors weekly or Ruby Lane.
Lestoil had a collection of 43 Parade of Dolls from life and legend. You had to send one lestoil label with $1.00 to get one of the dolls. This was in the 50's and 60's
Thelma Bateman has written: 'Delightful dolls, antique and otherwise' -- subject(s): Dolls, History
She had 21 dolls.
they just come out in June with the magic wings bloom doll, winx club concert collection dolls and winx club believx collection dolls.
As many as you want there to be
Debbie Behan Garrett has written: 'Black Dolls A Comprehensive Guide to Celebrating Collecting and Experiencing the Passion' -- subject(s): black dolls, African American dolls, dolls, composition dolls, hard plastic dolls, antique dolls, artist dolls, Barbie, fashion dolls
There are many places to find vintage dolls. One can look in online auctions, flea markets, second hand stores or antique shops. Many local shops may also sell these dolls. A simple web search using the term "antique dolls" and your location can lead to a number of such shops.
Antique Skipper dolls can be purchased from online auctions such as ebay as well as off line auction houses. They can also be purchased from antique dealers and shops.
Look on the back of the doll's neck !