The dolls featured several accessories, and they were mailed to the little girls home. This is how much your american girl dolls might be worth now. How american girl went from a mailorder dollmaker to a toy. American girl doll grace bakery that was set with a bonus grace bakery outfit. Are original american girl dolls and books worth any value.
American girl dolls could be valuable on ebay today show. Kirsten was released in 1986 along with samantha parkington and molly mcintire. Also selling four additional outfits with accompanying accessories from the original american girl doll collectionsdolls see third photo for the kirsten school outfit also shown in picture two with the kirsten merchandise as well as the additional 4 add on outfitsaccessories from molly and samantha. Heres what the original american girl dolls are worth now. Your american girl doll could be worth thousands of. Some old american girl dolls are now worth thousands of.
Molly, one of the dolls part of the original american girl trio, was a doll from the world war ii era. Kirsten larson, a pioneer character inspired by the brave immigrant girls who settled in the fledgling united states of america in the early 1800s, was a staple of the american girl brand until. The three original three dolls have been archived over the years. Molly mcintire, samantha parkington and kirsten larson were the first american girl dolls produced in 1986 that could be worth a lot of money if they are in top condition. Top 10 most expensive and valuable american girl dolls. The set included samantha, molly, kirsten, and addy, and had all of their additional accessories with them. Nov 10, 2014 kirsten larson, a pioneer character inspired by the brave immigrant girls who settled in the fledgling united states of america in the early 1800s, was a staple of the american girl brand until. To recognize the american girl dolls, collectors have to learn the background of each doll. American girl retired 18 kirsten doll with softcover book. I have molly, kirsten, and samantha dolls from when they were the only 3 dolls made about 15 years ago. She sold the company to mattel in 1998, and in 2008, mattel began retiring the original four american girlssamantha, kirsten, molly and felicitymaking them extravaluable as. In 1986, the first american girl doll was released, made by a company called pleasant rowland. There she learned english and faced the hardships of life on the. That old american girl doll you have packed away could be.
Nov 11, 2010 american girl doll opening wb kirsten larson 1850s historical pleasant company doll hd duration. I also have the original boxed set of kirsten books with original artwork and packaging and a few other things clothes, plays, etc. The american girl doll girl of the year 2020 went on sale at the brands website and retail stores starting jan. Collectors also look for dolls that parallel their own history, look like themselves, and are character dolls that come from the same lineage or location like kirsten from scandinavia or molly world war ii. American girl doll kirsten school bag desk supplies pleasant company retired. We know how much your american girl dolls are worth now 22. Kirsten larson, a minnesota pioneer who grew up in 1854. The american girl site describes molly as fun, lively, and loveable. Around 2002, kirsten s dirndl dress and kerchief was discontinued along with the winter pastimes and fourth of july fun accessory sets. Samantha parkington, an orphan being raised by her grandparents in 1904 new york city archived in 2009 but rereleased in 2014 as a beforever doll. Named joss kendrick, shes a surfer and the first american girl doll with.
American girl doll kirsten larson original pleasant. Kirsten s 1997 special edition outdoor outfit was a skating outfit. Kristen larson was a pioneer from minnesota, samantha parkington was an orphan at the. Oct 11, 2018 american girl dolls were created in 1986 with the original american girls, molly mcintire, kirsten larson, and samantha parkington. American girl was founded in 1986 by pleasant rowland, a retired teacher and writer.
Certain american girl dolls could be worth a lot of money, depending on. Samantha parkington, a welltodo edwardian orphan living with her grandmother in 1904. Apr 26, 2006 are original american girl dolls and books worth any value. This is a huge issue for many ag doll collectors and if her neck strings have been cut, that will make her value go down. At this time, kirstens collectionincluding her accessorieswill be placed into the american girl archives so that we may preserve her place in history. American girl doll haul kirsten and number 4 youtube. Jul 24, 2014 the three dolls initially on offer were kirsten larson, a plucky pioneer girl from 1854. Craftsadores american girl dolls channel 9,959 views 2. She sold the company to mattel in 1998, and in 2008, mattel began retiring the original four american girlssamantha, kirsten, molly and. Samantha parkington, a welltodo edwardian orphan living with. The 5 most expensive american girl dolls ever social gemr. The doll company went from a catalogonly brand to an empire that includes retail stores with cafes and doll hospitals, a magazine, books, and a social media presence. We know how much your american girl dolls are worth now.
Kirsten s meet outfit is symbolic of the start of her new life on the american prairie in the 1850s. Dec 21, 2017 i dont know how this number 4 ended up in my life but bless up. Feb 15, 2017 american girl dolls were a cultlike phenomenon that seemed inescapable for any child of the 90s. Oct 27, 2019 she sold the company to mattel in 1998, and in 2008, mattel began retiring the original four american girlssamantha, kirsten, molly and felicitymaking them extravaluable as collectors items. Lets take a look at what some of the dolls are going for. Kirsten larson is one of the first three historical characters of the american girl dolls, representing the pioneer era. The first native american doll was released in 2002. Your american girl doll could be worth thousands of dollars. Dec 27, 2018 american girl dolls reference particular eras in history and that drives the market. Sep 05, 2019 kirsten larson, born in 1854, was a swedish settler who came with her family to minnesota. Mini kirsten doll, 6 book set and board game gift set. Dec 02, 2018 american girl introduced its first african american doll in 1993 with addy walker. The kirsten larson doll was released in 1986, along with samantha parkington and molly mcintire.
Never to be sold again 18 inch doll is not included. As you can see, theres been a significant drop in value. Kaya is considered the oldest american girl doll because she was born in 1764. That old american girl doll you have packed away could be worth. American girl dolls can be worth big money on the resale market. Mar 01, 2015 american girl dolls are the worst thing to happen to american parents in the last 30 years. The only thing missing according to the listing was the penny from samanthas purse. Top 10 most expensive and valuable american girl dolls 2018. Kirsten, along with sam and molly are clearly the most popular historical american girl dolls and so few items have been retired. American girl dolls were a cultlike phenomenon that seemed inescapable for any child of the 90s. The classic, 18inch american girl dolls were made by the pleasant. After more than 20 years as a beloved historical character, this american girl original says farewell. Get the best deals on american girl kirsten dolls when you shop the.
These catalogs included just 3 dolls, molly mcintire, kirsten larson, and samantha parkington. Jan 02, 2020 the american girl doll girl of the year 2020 went on sale at the brands website and retail stores starting jan. The american girl collection was launched in 1986 with just three dolls, each with a historical background. Your american girl dolls might be worth more than you. We have 15 more reasons why american girl dolls just arent worth it. Your american girl dolls from the 80s and 90s could be. The three dolls initially on offer were kirsten larson, a plucky pioneer girl from 1854. Dont go running for the attic yet, were going to take a look at the top 10 most expensive and valuable american girl dolls out there. Kirstens have been around the longest and their value only benefits. American girl doll opening wb kirsten larson 1850s historical pleasant company doll hd duration. These and many other questions will help you determine a rough value of your doll. Mini kirsten doll, 6 book set and board game gift set on.
Official site for american girl dolls, clothes, doll furniture, doll accessories, books, and more. Discover new clothes and dresses for girls and dolls. They were american girl s first three historical characters. American girl doll samantha and accessories fetching over. American girl doll samantha and accessories fetching. American girl dolls were created in 1986 with the original american girls, molly mcintire, kirsten larson, and samantha parkington. I dont know how this number 4 ended up in my life but bless up. Molly, kirsten, and samantha are arguably the most valuable of the dolls.
Dec 02, 2018 molly mcintire, samantha parkington and kirsten larson were the first american girl dolls produced in 1986 that could be worth a lot of money if they are in top condition. American girl started sending out letters in fall 2009 stating that they would archive kirsten larsons entire collection. Some old american girl dolls are now worth thousands of dollars. Kirsten larson, born in 1854, was a swedish settler who came with her family to minnesota. American girl doll kirsten larson original pleasant company. In 1986, the first three dolls hit the market molly mcintire, kirsten larson and samantha. For a limited time, she arrives in a tiny version of kirstens authentic 1854 outfit.
American girl first debuted with a catalog that was released in 1986. Mcintire, samantha parkington and kirsten larson were the first american girl dolls produced in. These catalogs included just 3 dolls, molly mcintire, kirsten larson, and samantha. American girl discontinued kirsten in 2010, and the 1986 versions are. There she learned english and faced the hardships of life on the prairie. Since then, it has further diversified its collection. Once your child sees that american girl doll catalog, life as you know it will completely change and so will the size of your wallet. American girl kirsten dolls for sale in stock ebay. Jul 11, 2010 doll collectors want their doll s hair shiny, in the original style, and enjoyable for years to come. She is a native american doll with beautiful braids and comes with her original book. Though kirsten spends much of meet kirsten wearing her traditional swedish clothes, she. Includes a mini abridged version of the book meet kirsten. American girl dolls can be worth big money on the resale.
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