10 Vintage Porcelain Dolls That Are Worth a Fortune
Every antique store in the nation has a porcelain doll for sale somewhere on one of its shelves (probably next to the vintage figurines). But how much are these fragile ladies worth? Depending on how old they are and what condition they’re in, some vintage porcelain dolls can be worth thousands of dollars. We rounded up some of the most expensive ones we could find below.
1. 1900 French Emile Jumeau Bebe Doll
Price on eBay: $16,000
This vintage porcelain doll, which stands 21 inches tall, was manufactured in Germany but is dressed in French attire. Made by Jumeau, one of the most iconic porcelain doll makers, the doll was born in 1900, adding to her value. Her beautiful brown doe eyes and luscious braided pig tails don’t hurt either, if you ask us.
2. 1892 Le Parisien Bebe Doll
Price on eBay: $13,000
Have you ever said, “I’m not sure what to do with my hands,” when posing for a picture? That’s kind of the vibe this porcelain doll gives off — though since she was made way back in 1892, we’ll cut her some slack. With a beautiful lace dress, full cheeks, and heart-shaped lips, she is pretty endearing.
3. 19th Century Antique Jumeau Doll
Price on eBay: $12,000
Even with scuffs and scrapes, if a porcelain doll is vintage enough, she’s worth some serious loot. This French doll is a prime example. She’s got some wear and tear, but the fact that she hails from the 19th century and stands a whopping 29 inches tall boosts her value significantly.
4. 19th Century CM Bergmann German Bisque Doll
Price on eBay: $9,000
She has a bit of a confused expression on her face, but something about this porcelain doll is adorable. Made in Germany during the 19th century, she has a vintage vibe that supports a higher price tag, even with her slightly lazy eye.
5. 1878 Schmitt et Fils French Bisque Doll
Price on eBay: $8,500
Porcelain dolls don’t have to be more than 2 feet tall to be worth a lot of money. This little lady stands only 15 1/2 inches tall, but her ornate details and impressive age (she was made in 1878!) make her quite valuable. Her bright blue eyes and bright-blonde curls make her a more unique French porcelain doll too.
6. 19th Century J. Bourgoin Talking Porcelain Doll
Price on eBay: $7,750
We’re just going to say it because we know you’re thinking it too. This doll is terrifying and is probably going to star in a horror movie one of these days. We’d pay $7,750 just to keep her away from us, but to each their own. She was made out of porcelain during the 19th century and can talk, which is impressive. But still: Very creepy.
7. 1912 Hertel & Schwab Antique Doll
Price on eBay: $6,990
Made in Germany, this fair-skinned, blue-eyed, curly-haired doll has soft features down to her baby pink dress and dainty shoes. This particular doll was made in 1912 and was one of only 149 close-mouthed models manufactured, adding to her rarity and value.
8. Pre-1900 Antique French Jumeau Bisque Doll
Price on eBay: $6,500
Another French Jameau, this porcelain doll has bisque features and an impeccably detailed outfit with extraordinarily well-preserved hair for a gal hailing from the 19th century.
9. 1900 Antique French Eden Porcelain Doll
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Price on eBay: $6,000
Made in 1900, this beautiful French porcelain doll has a voice feature which adds to her uniqueness and value. She’s also got curly blonde locks, heart-shaped lips, and gigantic deep blue eyes. She was part of a “characters” series, and she’s known as the “Antique Eden Doll.”
10. Pre-1900 Emile Jumeau Douillet Doll
Price on eBay: $6,000
At a quaint 8 inches, this Jumeau porcelain doll is the smallest on our list, but she still packs a mighty price tag. Made in France during the 19th century, she hits the marks for the vintage qualities porcelain doll collectors seek.