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Antique Questions Forum / Shirley Temple and Madame Alexander/Ginny dolls

« on: June 03, 2007, 12:14:56 pm »

I purchased what looks like a 1950's "Ginny Doll"/Madame Alexander Doll" at a garage sale for $5.   She has blonde hair and blue eyes with movable lids.   She is wearing an organza long white dress and a sequened top.    Undergarments include an eyelet-trimmed slip and lace-trimmed panties.    I would like an opinion on her value and whether her clothing should be washed/cleaned.    The same seller has a Shirley Temple Doll vintage 1940's.  (?)   She is on a stand and has on a straw hat and summer dress.   She is in good condition, but, again, the clothing is dirty from dust accumulation.   Am interested in possible value and how / whether to clean clothing.  She has been offered to me for $50.    She is porcelain body has matching shoes (leather), socks.   Saw something similar on e-bay for $150, but don't know condition of clothes.   I only have two other dolls.  (1950's and hand made)   Don't know if I will retain these enchanting dolls.   Any feedback is much appreciated 

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Antique Questions Forum / Art Deco Perfume Bottle

« on: June 02, 2007, 07:40:59 pm »

I purchased a small art deco style antique perfume bottle today at a garage sale.   It is about 4 inches tall (including glass stopper) and 3 inches wide.  It is 1/2 frosted glass and 1/2 clear glass on the diagonal.  It is peachware color.   On the bottom is a stamp of what looks like a steer's head.   I was told it is an antique (seller is neighbor moving to Greece from California soon).   Very interested to know what the symbol on bottom means and if there is any value.    I really like it, but justwould like to know.     Thank you!!!!!!