By the following year, coleco couldnt keep up either. While later tsukuda dolls would come with special costumes and in special editions as well, the 1983 tsukuda cabbage patch kids resembled the ones sold in the us save for the japanese print of the dolls papers and the box. Cabbage patch kids, originally known as little people, became a popular toy in the early 1970s. Green hair green eyes side pony cabbage patch kids little doll ponytail blonde hair dolls box. 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. Vintage cabbage patch kids that are worth a fortune antiques.
The characters appeared in many other cabbage patch merchandising products ranging from animated cartoons to record albums to board games. These dolls, made by xavier roberts, began with the name little people and were sold with individualized birth certificates. Used, vintage cabbage patch doll,coleco 1978 1982 vintage cabbage patch doll,coleco 1978 1982. What is a list of the names of cabbage patch dolls. New listingblonde hair cabbage patch kids doll original 1978 1982 xavier roberts. In 1982, roberts and his friends were unable to keep up with the orders and thus signed a contract with coleco, a toy manufacturer, who could mass produce the dolls, which were now to have plastic heads and be called cabbage patch kids. How much is your 1978 1982 cabbage patch kid worth answers. In 1983, a wisconsin radio announcer joked that a b29 bomber would drop 2,000 cabbage patch kids into milwaukee county stadium. Your old cabbage patch doll could be worth thousands of dollars.
Original cabbage patch doll, 1978 by xavier roberts. Collector information, identification my cabbage patch kids. Stefs collectible id series episode 1 music credit local forecast. How to know whether a cabbage patch kid is a first edition. Though not all vintage cabbage patch dolls are worth. You might have a valuable cabbage patch kid in your. Call up your mom and tell her you hate her for making you throw these away so she could turn your room into an office.
My grandfather passed away and we were going through his things. She is one of few dolls that include original cabbage patch glasses. Cabbage patch doll 1982 girl lt brown hair green eyes. During this time the foreign market factories produced cpk from 19841985. The list is compiled as an online source to satisfy curiosity, foster nostalgia and perhaps serve as a guide to rename your kid. Forums and other collector websites and blogs are places to find friends, connections and information. 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. The cabbage patch kid is by no means the most valuable collectors doll to date.
Dolls that were made prior to the coleco handover are worth the most. Worth of first series cabbage patch doll with paper and in. There seems to be a tremendous variance in price, assuming what condition the doll is in, if it is with original packaging, what year, etc. They were certainly a hit, but do they have any value to the doll collector. Since then, the dolls have been in high demand, and so, along with new models of. May 01, 2020 i have an original cabbage patch doll and on the manufacturer tag it says it was made in 1978. When speaking about the first cabbage patch doll, many refer to the very first dolls produced by xavier roberts which he originally titled little. Jul, 2018 vintage cabbage patch doll 1978, 1982 original appalachian artworks inc. Original cabbage patch dolls are still sought today by collectors around the world. Unfollow 1978 1982 cabbage patch dolls to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. 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.
The doll brand was one of the most popular toy fads of the 1980s and one of the longestrunning doll franchises in the united states. By 1982 the little people evolved into cabbage patch kids. Ironically, some of the most valuable cabbage patch dolls werent sold under their nowfamous name. I was wondering if they are worth anything,all orginal paper work is still in the boxes. Jun 11, 2018 there is no simple way to answer your question. Her name is helma carla and she has her original birth certificate that will be included in the sale. Also worth noting is one of roberts very first little people dolls he ever. The value of an individual doll depends on popularity, date of manufacture, and number of dolls currently available for sale. This will show you all the sold cabbage patch dolls.
Dianas patch custom cabbage patch kids and clothing. Kids were demanding the doll, causing a buying frenzy. It seemed that every mom and dad in the united states spent frantic days searching for cabbage patch kids to. He had 4 cabbage patch dolls that are still in the orginal boxes,but the boxes are in pretty bad shape. 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. One factor that contributed largely to their success was that each doll was oneofakind. Cabbage patch kids vintage retro style yarn hair doll original blonde hairblue eyes, 16 amazon exclusive easy to open packaging 4.
Back in 1978 when cabbage patch creator xavier roberts first began selling his dolls, he made each one by hand. In 1982, xavier roberts began marketing his famous soft sculpture dolls, previously called little people, as cabbage patch dolls. People are starting to sell their prized cabbage patch kid dolls for thousands of dollars. He originally called the dolls little people and made them entirely out of cloth. Since cabbage patch kids came into being at babyland general hospital in 1978, they were an instant hit with parents and children alike. A throng of cabbage patch shoppers struggle in a nbc news report from 1983. When the coleco company sold the cabbage patch dolls, the boxes. Gorgeous vintage black cabbage patch doll cabbage patch.
Some collectors have spotted j factory kids that say, made in italy. Most valuable cabbage patch kids in 2018 updated list. A 16 cabbage patch doll, she is very clean and fresh smelling. In 1976, roberts became fascinated with a german fabricsculpture technique from the 19th century known as needle molding.
While later tsukuda dolls would come with special costumes and in special editions as well, the 1983 tsukuda cabbage patch kids resembled the ones sold in the us save for the japanese print of the doll s papers and the box. These toy versions are recognizable by their smaller size and vinyl heads. How to know whether a cabbage patch kid is a first edition or. They were a huge success and have continued to remain popular throughout the years. Cabbage patch kids value and price guide fabtintoys. The value of any collectible like the sonya olive cabbage patch doll can vary depending on the condition of the doll, its box, and whether or not you have the certificate of authenticity. 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. My first baby doll stroller soft body talking baby doll included fun play combo set for babies infants toddlers girls kids 3. Need crimper and curling iron for cabbage patch doll.
Rare, vintage original 1978, 1982, cabbage patch kids doll. I am not sure but i saw a set for sale on ebay for one in the box bolth girls for 19. In 1976, roberts became fascinated with a german fabricsculpture technique from the. Cabbage patch kids show pony w box vintage 1984 coleco plush doll. Unfollow 19781982 cabbage patch dolls to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. It didnt take long for these unique toys to start flying off the shelves. 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. Dec 15, 2016 a throng of cabbage patch shoppers struggle in a nbc news report from 1983. Cabbage patch creator xavier roberts ed his design in 1976 and sold the rights to company giant coleco in 1982.
This doll is without a box, but has never been played with, and has been housed in a trunk since the 80s. Worth of first series cabbage patch doll with paper and in box. How to identify vintage coleco cabbage patch dolls in 3 easy steps. I have collected coins since childhood, and i can tell you that any collectible is only worth, what you can get for it. The original 1982 cabbage patch kids license agreement with coleco industries was negotiated by roger l.
What is the value of cabbage patch doll 1978,1982 original. Stefs collectible ids episode 1 how to identify vintage coleco. Dubbed little people, each doll had a soft cloth head and was signed by the creator himself. Cabbage patch doll in red and blue 31 sweat suit with tooth and dimples, looped yarn haired, vintage cabbage patch doll, vintage doll. African american cabbage patch dolls for sale in stock. Vintage cabbage patch doll 1978, 1982 original appalachian. Rare, vintage original 1978, 1982, cabbage patch kids doll kerstens antiques kerstens antiques.
Cabbage patch kids are a line of soft sculptured dolls sold by xavier roberts and registered in the united states office in 1978 as the little people. The first cabbage patch doll was released in 1983 and designed by a man named. 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. According to the cabbage patch kids website, they became the best selling new doll ever to be introduced to the toy market. As with all things old, vintage and collectable, the value of the doll will be dependent on the rarity and condition its in. This precious cabbage patch doll is a one owner toy. She is out of the box but has not been played with over the years, just displayed. How to sell original cabbage patch dolls our pastimes.
Dan knowlton, from locks heath, near southampton, has dedicated three rooms of his flat to his. Sep 06, 2016 this doll is without a box, but has never been played with, and has been housed in a trunk since the 80s. I cant attach the link here, but i am attaching a screen shot of the results i had under sold. After signing contract with appalachian artworks, inc. Make offer cabbage patch kids beach playset mini doll set in box 1997 1983 cabbage patch kids alaine keely collectible rare doll w b. J, jesmar april 19th, 1984, jesmar, a spainbased doll company, began production of their cabbage patch kids, under the contract of coleco. African american cabbage patch dolls for sale in stock ebay. In 1982, coleco bought the rights to mass market the dolls and cabbage patch kids came to define the word fad in the 1980s. When roger schlaifer purchased the licensing rights to the little people, the name was changed to cabbage patch kids and every doll sold from 1983 on was given a birth name. The weird, rabid history of the cabbage patch craze. The company changed the name from little people to cabbage patch kids and went on to sell millions of the dolls. Vintage cabbage patch kids that are worth a fortune. You might have the most valuable cabbage patch kids just.
You might have a valuable cabbage patch kid in your basement. How much is your 1978 1982 cabbage patch kid worth. A james dudley doll in mint condition, meaning it hasnt been taken out of its box and has. She has afro style woollen hair with a cheeky smile. So now you dont have to feel weird about keeping a whole lot of old baby dolls in your basement.
There are many places to learn about cabbage patch kids. If you have any cabbage patch kids from your childhood, you might be happy you held onto them. New 80s vintage cabbage patch kids preemie girl baby wdimple. Cabbage patch dolls were created by xavier roberts, an american art student in 1978. Jan 24, 2020 cabbage patch creator xavier roberts ed his design in 1976 and sold the rights to company giant coleco in 1982. Cabbage patch dolls for sale in uk view 73 bargains. Some links may not be currentanother place to find information that has become popular is facebook groups. I have an original cabbage patch doll and on the manufacturer. Cabbage patch doll, 1982 red haired cabbage patch doll blue eyes, xavier roberts, cloth doll, vintage cabbage patch doll, daysgonebytreasures 5. Spain cabbage patch kids was in english, but all of the writing on the box and the adoption papers were in spanish.
People should bring catchers mitts, and whoever grabbed a doll needed to hold up their credit card to be photographed. I have an original cabbage patch doll and on the manufacturer tag it says it was made in 1978. In 1982, coleco bought the rights to mass market the dolls and. As popular as these huggable dolls were, cabbage patch kids are not the most. Cabbage patch dolls were created in 1979 and in the early 80s they were mass produced, meaning they were made in large n. This was possible by creating dolls with different colored eyes and hair. Your vintage cabbage patch doll could be worth thousands. The brand was renamed cabbage patch kids when the dolls went into mass production in 1982. Also interesting is that even though her box is not in great condition, the fact that. Your old cabbage patch doll could be worth thousands of. Is your cabbage patch kid worth hundreds of dollars. Cabbage patch dolls were created in the 1970s by xavier roberts. On one of the bxes it says 1984 and the other says 1985. Xavier roberts, original hand made doll, 1978 in excellent condition no stains, scuffs, rips or tears 20 tall with outfit as shown 323269877967.