What is a Cabbage Patch doll worth today?
The original dolls sold for RRP $30 in the 80s but today, some Cabbage Patch Dolls with birth certificates and adoption papers are fetching into the hundreds. Just this year, a Cabbage Patch Doll from called Teresa Ann sold on ebay for $2000.
When did the Cabbage Patch Kids come out?
In 1982, Xavier Roberts began marketing his famous soft sculpture dolls, previously called “Little People,” as Cabbage Patch dolls. According to the Cabbage Patch Kids website, they became the best selling new doll ever to be introduced to the toy market. Original Cabbage Patch dolls are still sought today by collectors around the world.
Where did Xavier Roberts make his Cabbage Patch Kids?
Going into business as Original Appalachian Artworks, Inc., Roberts hired local seamstresses and started producing his dolls in a converted medical clinic in his hometown of Cleveland. “Babyland General Hospital” still exists today in a new location and is a popular destination for Cabbage Patch kid enthusiasts.
Who was the first person to make Cabbage Patch dolls?
When speaking about the first Cabbage Patch Doll, many refer to the very first dolls produced by Xavier Robert’s which he originally titled ‘Little People Originals’ (1976-1981). The Little People Originals were all hand-crafted by Xavier himself and were signed in permanent marker on their bottoms.
What kind of hair does a Cabbage Patch Kid have?
Cabbage Patch Dolls can be distinguished by their: Wool or Yarn Hair (depending on when it was produced) Vinyl Faces (unless produced in the very early years) In some limited edition makes of the Cabbage Patch Doll, porcelain or an all-vinyl body can be noted.
Where did the Cabbage Patch Kids dolls come from?
1984 Cabbage Patch Red headed doll made in Spain, new in the box. Vintage 1984 Cabbage Patch Kids~JESMAR~SPAIN~Freckles~Boy Doll~Fuzzy Brn. Hair NIB Vintage Coleco Limited Edition Cabbage Patch Kids (TWINS – BOYS) 1984 RARE !
Where is Xavier Roberts signature on Cabbage Patch Kids?
Xavier Roberts signature is on the bum of each authentic Cabbage Patch Kid. Some have dates, others do not. If there is no date the year can be identified by color. Some kids are hand signed by Xavier, mostly Softies, but some MM kids were signed at collector events!
How tall was the Cabbage Patch Kids in 1983?
The Coleco 1983 boxes do not sport a banner while those produced in the years following do. The original Cabbage Patch Kids stood between 16 and 18 inches tall while the Preemies measured between 14 and 15 inches.
Can a Cabbage Patch Kid name be changed?
Names could be officially changed but it was a process and this added to their charm. With a soft body to cuddle, sweet clothes to accessorise, adorable facial features and the iconic signature on the butt, the Cabbage Patch Kid dolls hit the spot for retro kids. See the signature of Xavier Robert on the bottom?
