The world of raggedy ann collectibles features the many variety of dolls as well as banks, books, playsets, games, lamps, music. A sequel to the first book, raggedy andy stories 1920, introduced the character of her brother, raggedy andy, a vintage doll dressed in sailor suit and hat. He had already written and illustrated a book of original fairy tales before creating the raggedy ann and andy stories. Vintage raggedy ann dolls celebrating 100 years of love. Over 1,200 fullcolor photos are brought together with facts, sizes, dates and current collector values of raggedy ann and andy dolls.
Four different companies produced the duo of dolls from 1934 through 2012, when current. How to appraise a gone with the wind barbie doll how. They have very distinctive oil cloth faces and unique outfits. Since raggedy andy first appeared in print in 1920, he has delighted millions of readers with his adventurous spirit and compassionate nature. It was produced by the max fleischer studio as a tworeel color special, the format theyd used for popeye the sailor meets sindbad the sailor 1936 and betty boop in poor cinderella 1934. Find the value of the gold key comic raggedy ann and andy volume 1. Raggedy ann and andy collectibles donnas korner kollectibles. Naming it raggedy ann after two poems by his friend james whitcomb riley, the raggedy man and orphan annie, he made up a series of stories around this character to entertain his only child, who loved to spend hours playing dolls. All item images are used solely for identification purposes. A collection of twenty books published by lynx, with each story containing a lesson, such as maintaining friendship when someone moves away or why parents must go to work. The world of raggedy ann collectibles features the many variety of dolls as well as banks, books, playsets, games, lamps, music facts, sizes, dates, and current values.
Values of raggedy ann and andy free comic book values. These raggedy ann and andy books by johnny gruelle are like the originals with the classic tales but also feature bonus illustrations in hardcover. Values of raggedy ann and andy free comic book price guide. Since raggedy ann first appeared in print in 1918, she has charmed millions of readers with her always warm and optimistic outlook and calm approach to difficulties. Check out the links, that follow, to connect to my photo sections of each of the dolls. Raggedy ann is a rag doll with red yarn for hair and a triangle nose. Gruelle wrote and illustrated a series of books until his death in 1938. Raggedy ann is a rag doll with red yarn hair made popular in a series of childrens books by john barton gruelle. Get the best deals on raggedy ann book when you shop the largest online selection at. Books transmit cultural values and can shape the views of society.
The original adventures of raggedy ann and raggedy andy rh value publishing on. An inside look at dolls from raggedy ann to barbie camelot world series, busy days with raggedy ann and andy, and several more. Gruelle created a host of characters to keep raggedy ann company in his books. Wonderful raggedy anns book by joyce gerardi rinehart. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Raggedy ann has a long history which i have shared with you below. Raggedy ann and her friends take a large share of the collectible market when it comes to cloth dolls, but theyre not the only kids on the block.
Gruelle based the story on a doll that his grandmother made for his mother. Bringing home a piece from an antique shop or an ebay auction brings us together to research it. Raggedy ann is a character created by american writer johnny gruelle 18801938 that appeared in a series of books he wrote and illustrated for young children. Raggedy ann and andy books by johnny gruelle from the 1920s. Huge sentimental value to me, cant ever see parting with them. The character was created in 1915 as a doll, and was introduced to the public in the 1918 book raggedy ann stories. These plates are in fairly good condition, but there is a tiny nick toward the bottom of one of the plates, you can see it in the last photo. It contains 44 pages with large print and color illustrations on each page. A handbook and price guide schiffer book for collectors jan lindenberger on. Joyce gerardi rinehart whether youre a beginning or advanced collector, a nostalgia buff, or simply moved by raggedy ann and andy smiles,youll love this book.
Raggedy ann museum in arcola, illinois closed silly. Raggedy annandy collectors and sellers public group facebook. A doll was also marketed along with the book to great success. Raggedy ann stories by johnny gruelle hardcover 1947. Rare raggedy ann buddy sis doll 1940samerican toy and novelties. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands. Johnny gruelle was an extremely talented cartoonist, illustrator, and storyteller. Gruelle knew he had a money maker and quickly licensed p. The raggedy ann character was ed in 1915 by johnny gruelle, a commercial artist. Raggedy ann from keller books browse recent arrivals. From her playmate raggedy andy and the camel with wrinkled knees to beloved belindy and uncle clem, all the characters ended up being immortalized in rag doll form. Unfollow raggedy ann and andy to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. This informative collectors guide features hundreds of these endearing dolls of all different ages, as well as many other raggedy ann and andy items.
Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands affordable prices. Her outfit is so sweet and cheerful even after all these years. Raggedy ann stories, raggedy andy stories, eddie elephant, beloved belindy, sunny bunny, johnny mouse and many more. They also licensed other companies to make the dolls, such as this plush kuddle kewpie made by knickerbocker companywhich at the time was most famous as the maker of raggedy ann and andy dolls. The original adventures of raggedy ann and raggedy andy book. The inside story of raggedy ann, who turns 100 years old this. Raggedy ann and andy and the camel with the wrinkled knees 1960 hb. And in 2005, raggedy ann celebrated her 90th anniversary, prompting several companies to produce commemorative versions of the doll. A buyers guide to pre1970 vintage raggedy ann and andy dolls. Raggedy annandy collectors and sellers public group. From her playmate raggedy andy and the camel with wrinkled knees to beloved belindy and uncle clem, all the characters ended.
Later their design was licensed to various maufacturers who produced not only the dolls, but toys, books, games, puzzles, and many other items. How to find out if my raggedy ann doll is worth money. A sequel, raggedy andy stories 1920 introduced the character of her brother, raggedy andy, dressed in sailor suit. Find raggedy ann and andy and the camel with the wrinkled knees by gruelle, johnny at biblio. She was created in 1915, in 1918 was introduced in a book titles raggedy ann stories and in 1920 her brother, raggedy andy appeared in its sequel raggedy andy stories. Values are not set to determine prices as auction and dealer values vary greatly and are affected by demand and condition. Sep 22, 2015 raggedy ann and andy have such a loyal fan base and impart such a sense of nostalgia, that we realized that this was the perfect time to dust off the original story collections, to celebrate. I do my best to offer you the most current values and information using the latest guides and recorded sales. Raggedy ann and andy and the camel with the wrinkled knees pop up story book. To determine whether a doll is a fine reproduction or a truly vintage raggedy ann, check the dolls odor and the stitching at its seams. Consult a barbie doll collectors book that features the estimated values for every barbie. Bob timberlake limited edition print pricing secondary market art. The story of raggedy ann and raggedy andy was created as a movie and was released in the year 1941. Raggedy ann and andy live in marcellas playroom with many other toys such as babette.
Buy a cheap copy of raggedy andy stories book by johnny gruelle. A handbook and price guide expanded and revised, 2nd edition by jan lindenberger raggedy ann and andy continue to be among the most treasured of all. The national toy hall of fame search the online collection of over raggedy ann and andy related objects. View market values for books, store your collection, and meet fellow comic fans.
Do not attempt to clean dolls or doll clothes older than 50 years. Raggedy ann and andy 1946 dell 1st series comic books. Raggedy ann and andy books by johnny gruelle from the 1920. Get the best deals on raggedy ann book when you shop the largest online. I introduced my 7 year old to collecting raggedy ann and andy collectibles. Ann and andy and the nice police officer by johnny gruelle and jan palmer oct 6, 2015. Raggedy ann is a cartoon character and a children novel series created by american writer john gruelle.
Raggedy ann, heroine of the first book, was a favorite doll of his daughter, marcella, who died after a long illness at the age of thirteen. Rag0035a raggedy ann and andy in the tunnel of lost toys book price. Wonderful raggedy anns a schiffer book for collectors websites. The museum also sells dolls, books and memorabilia. Rag0325j raggedy dogs bone, raggedy ann and andy book, 1988 rag0325j this listing is for the hard cover book, raggedy dogs bone, volume 10 in raggedy ann and andy s grow and learn library. The bliff, egbert elephant art by dan noonan, the brownies submarine adventure art by walt kelly, 9 pages, a play for halloween, and billy and bonny bee, plus animal mother goose by kelly 2 pages. Dates shown in the books are written in roman numerals, ranging from 1920 raggedy andy stories to 1930 raggedy ann in the deep, deep woods and the rest inbetween. Raggedy ann is a fictional character created by american writer johnny gruelle 18801938 in a series of books he wrote and illustrated for young children. The raggedy ann and andy book series by multiple authors includes books raggedy ann and the birthday surprise, dolls. This next section is comprised of the raggedy ann and andy dolls made by the knickerbocker company. Raggedy andy stories 1920 raggedy ann and andy and the camel with. Bob timberlake limited edition print pricing secondary. Compare your doll to other dolls and prices from antique dealers.
These belonged to my mother who, as a child, fondly remembers her mother reading the books to her. This fun book provides a valuable guide to the collector as well as the dealer. Oct 06, 2000 the raggedy ann character was ed in 1915 by johnny gruelle, a commercial artist. It was his grandchildren who began marketing ann and andy in earnest. They are not accurate beyond the date that they are published, as prices and values of dolls fluctuate daily. Raggedy ann is a rag doll with red yarn for hair and has a triangle nose. What is your raggedy ann and andy comic book worth. The values stated in this guide are to be used only as a guide. Whether to satisfy your own nostalgia, to present as a gift for a child to enjoy, or to build a collection, its good to know how to identify and select antique and vintage raggedy ann and andy dolls produced before 1970. Raggedy ann and andy are highly collectible, and vintage dolls in good condition are generally in demand. Moon pumpkins in snow midday cobbler berries late snow riverwood mr garrisons slab pile snow at studio raggedy ann andy island crab jonquils nc3446g distant drums ripe watermelons swan rig best friends feed corn carters quilt knotts island decoys alexander long house.
In 2002 raggedy ann was inducted into the national. Rag0325b little bears problem, raggedy ann and andy book, 1988 price. Vintage raggedy ann hardback book is in good plus to very good condition with a. What to know about rag dolls and their value the spruce. Sep 08, 2015 in 1920, gruelle gave ann a jauntily dressed brother, raggedy andy, introduced in raggedy andy stories. The original adventures of raggedy ann and raggedy andy by. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Raggedy ann and andy and the camel with the wrinkled knees by. Cameo company was originally a partner with rose oneil in the 1920s and continued to make kewpie dolls after her death in the 1940s. Raggedy andy stories by johnny gruelle free at loyal books. This book was published in 1997, but looks good as new.
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