Those Old Precious Moments Dolls In Your China Cabinet Could Be Worth Thousands

Moms.com

By Helena Martin

Published Jan 10, 2020

Why let them collect dust, when you can collect cash for them?

Via: Flickr, Timothy Tsui

The Precious Moments figurines that have been sitting in your cabinet since you were young could now be worth thousands of dollars. Depending on which collection they belong to and the condition they’re in, the dolls that you’ve been ignoring in your China cabinet could rake in a lot of cash. It’s important, however, to fully assess the figurines before a sale is confirmed.

Decades ago, many were buying Precious Moments figurines to display in their homes. The dolls were cute and had always had a wholesome message. They were relatively cheap, so it was easy to bring in some good vibes into the house. Soon, China cabinets were filled with different adorable figurines that depict a wholesome moment. While they’ve been collecting dust in our childhood houses, they’ve also been increasing in value.

With a new emergence for a love of vintage items, the Precious Moments dolls are now worth hundreds and potentially thousands of dollars. Collectors are looking for original pieces to complete each set, and they’re willing to pay a lot of money. For example, figurines from the “Original 21” collection released in 1979 could be worth anywhere between $150 and $750 each.

While many original pieces in mint condition are worth a lot of money, there are certain figurines which are rarer and worth more. The most prized item of the Original 21 collection is the “God Loveth a Cheerful Giver,” which features a little girl pulling a wheelbarrow full of dogs and holding a sign that says, “FREE puppies.” Back when the figurines were first released, it was worth $15; now, the doll is valued at $750 on eBay.

There is a high demand for the figurines, but owners who wish to sell them must be careful to check their condition. Any signs of damage or discolouration will bring down the price significantly. Collectors want them in mint condition, so they will be careful to check for defects on the dolls. It may be time to go through your old China cabinets; you could find a gem in there!