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Where can I sell vintage doll molds? I have 500+.
I do not think you can sell them individually unless you plan to do this over a period of several years.
You only state 'doll molds' and that doesn't provide a lot of information as there are several types of molds; head molds, body molds, head and body molds, and any of these can be out of several different types of material.
You probably have several of each type so that might be your first project:
sorting them into 'like' groups. You will need to do this even if you later decide to sell them as one lot or you will not have a way to describe what you have available.
You may have some that are more valuable than others but unless you do an individual search you will have no way to know this.
There is not a lot of call for doll molds as doll making is not a popular thing like it was many years ago, so I do not believe you will be able to sell these for a really big price. In fact, if you sell them as one group/lot you may not even profit more than $1-$3 each.
One of the reasons for this is due to the trouble and cost of shipping.
You will most likely have to sell locally and your area may or may not be 'into' this type of thing. You'll probably never know unless you research sales in your area and you may not find very many listed for sale. eBay is the best place to look but for individual pieces only and most of those can be shipped.
You could try and get an appraisal but a local appraiser would probably charge you more than you will clear on the molds.
If there are any weekly/monthly auctions in your area this might be something to check out. Just be sure you understand how auctions work BEFORE you sign a contract.
This is probably the very worst time to try and sell your molds so you will have time to do a little research on how to list items for sale. Your molds would require several good pictures and maybe some numbers from the molds as these are usually what identifies them.
if you wish to sell them in groups of 5 you may be able to make more money but sales may be slow and shipping would still be a big problem as breakage would be easy to happen.
You might post a notice on any media sites you belong to just to see if anyone might be interested - do not give a price but take questions.
Whatever you decide, take good pictures and post listings on sites like; Craigslist, USA4Sale (your zip), Facebook Marketplace and any other site that will let you post in your area so you can list these as 'local pick up only'. This way you can start your price high and lower if you receive no takers.
I would check in your area for some companies who offer ceramics, hobby shops, or even craft stores who might want to off doll making classes. These will be harder to sell online because there are not that many people who still are interested in making these. You might want to check on some retirement classes they off and see if you can sell them there for the person to teach classes with.
My neighbor has many boxes containing porcelain dolls, wigs, clothes, etc. that his wife made. There are molds also. His wife actually made them for years. He needs to get rid of all of it. We do not want to just throw the supplies away. I am trying to help him find someone who might appreciate having them or have a use for them.
They could be finished and sold. Is there a market for these things? How do we go about finding a place for all of these things? There are also purchased dolls in boxes.You could put an ad on eBay or etsy
These are the kind of things that make you feel sad to see all the things someone loved and then find it difficult to dispose of. I do not know if you live in or near a large city but if you do, I would suggest you try calling several antique shops and see if someone can give you an idea of the value or make you an offer. Do not take an offer until you check several areas for the true value. If there are any local auctions you might want to check those out also as it may take seeing some of the doll supplies to get very much money. Many times it is just hard to get very much money for this type of thing and - truthfully, the dolls may not be worth very much either.
eBay and Etsy are good selling places but this kind of thing is not fast moving and unless you are familiar with selling on these sites, I would not recommend it.
You might want to try Craigslist and let some people come out and make an offer. Please do not be surprised if it is only a few dollars.
I may try posting on local Facebook garage sale site. good idea.
This is a nice thing that you are trying to help him. I agree that it would be nice if he could realize some money from all of these mementos but there may also be a safety factor.
Im Interested in the doll supplies contact me on fb Laura Wilkins
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My name is Richard Chamberlain.my mother inlaw has dementia and is closeing hee shop she has at least 3 to 4 hundred molds and a firing kenl..not mentioning wigs,eyes,eye lashes, if interested contact me on my cell at#573-772-2284 or my email address:coltchambers74@gmail.com
I have so many doll stuff. Wigs molds clothes. Everything I can sell full inventory!
I have a large box of doll making supplies and completed dolls some are old... wigs body parts please contact me Jacqueline Wicken ty hun
Please contact me at Morris.beverly001@gmail .com
My name is Trish I have tons of already made doll feet hands heads torsoes faces etc i have all the tools eyes tow huge boxes of wigs and hair hundreds of molds pocelin slip etc I have enough to start a business. It was given to me to sell to help start up a non profit for homeless individuals. If your interested please contact me at 951-536-2206 thank you and have a blessed day Trisha
I am moving and made many dolls. I have beautiful wigs, eyes armature, tools. cleaning supplies. I have health issues and must find someone who can use the things.
Laura - I have hundreds of doll molds that Ill give you for free if you can come get them.
Laura - I have hundreds of doll molds that Ill give you for free if you can come get them.
My name is Lisa cassenti when my grandma died she left several boxes of Doll Wigs they are antique and brand new still in the boxes. They are all by Global Dolls on each box it says she pairs $20 for each and that was 35 years ago, along w tons of clothes and shoes still in the wrapper. Im interested in getting rid of these things
This is nonsecutur but do you get teased about your name
Hi I see your post from 2019, are you still interested in buying porcelain doll molds and eyes hair,. etc
