How to buy antique dolls:
IAcquaint yourself with all the facets of dolls and doll making:
porcelain, china, composition, cloth, vinyl, plastic and papier-mâché
are terms you should know and understand.
Decide which dolls really interest you - what kind of doll?
Which period? Which particular maker?
Familiarize yourself with how collectors value dolls. Prices
vary based on area, originality and popularity, but certain
things - condition, visibility of maker's mark - are pretty
standard. There are many books and magazines, which can help
you understand these criteria.
Consider the financial side of collecting. Doll collecting
is an established hobby - for some it's a vocation. You'll
find hobby groups, national associations and magazines devoted
to the subject.
Doll prices can be pretty high. So carefully make your choice
keeping future value in mind.
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