How much is a Blythe doll worth?
These dolls range from around $280 to $350 each. A factory ‘fake’ Blythe doll, which looks exactly the same as a Takara doll, can set you back anywhere from $40 to $400 but customisation is not cheap and often owners spend hundreds more personalising their dolls.
What is a middie Blythe doll?
Our Middie Blythes eyes can turn to the sides and her head can twist around. It means these custom Middies’ heads can tilt and their eyes can look left and right without changing color. Buy your dream Middie Blythe doll and start customizing it.
Do they still make Blythe dolls?
Blythe is a fashion doll, about 28 cm (11 inch) tall, with an oversized head and large eyes that change color with the pull of a string….Blythe (doll)
| Blythe dolls can be customized | |
|---|---|
| Type | Fashion doll |
| Availability | 1972–present |
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What is the deal with Blythe dolls?
Their special gimmick is the eyes those can change direction in different ways according to different mechanism in each type of dolls. Manufactured by Kenner in 1972, the original Blythe (now known as “vintage”) was produced for only one year and then was retired because of poor sales.
Are Blythe dolls still made?
Original Blythe dolls are no longer produced and they didn’t even last very long on the toy shelves, which means if you do a search for one of these dolls, you may find one on big retaliers websites ranging in price going up to the thousands.
What are the different types of Blythe dolls?
There are 3 types of Blythe doll Neo, Petite, and Middie. Neo Blythe is 28.5cm tall, Petite Blythe is 11cm tall and Middie Blythe is 20cm tall. Their special gimmick is the eyes those can change direction in different ways according to different mechanism in each type of dolls.
Are Blythe dolls made in China?
In 2001 the Japanese toy company Takara began producing new editions of Blythe dolls….Blythe (doll)
| Blythe dolls can be customized | |
|---|---|
| Type | Fashion doll |
| Country | USA/Japan |
| Availability | 1972–present |
| Official website |
What is a real Blythe doll?
by Jenna Anderson. Oct 14, 2017. Blythe Doll. They are Blythe dolls that are made with real original doll parts combined with custom limbs which makes them real Blythes that are made with real Blythe parts. Factory Blythes are not recast ball-jointed dolls or fake clones.
Why is Blythe doll so expensive?
Why so expensive? Because these dolls are not intended just for children; they have an appeal that is universal and captures a larger crowd. They are viewed as an art form and popular among doll collectors of all ages. This is why the company, Takara, acquired the license to produce more Neo Blythe dolls in 2014.