Introduction
As many of you know, I've been working on this price guide for a very long time. When I started I had no idea how time consuming and difficult it would be. Hopefully it will help both the veteran collector as well as all of the newcomers to the hobby.. That being said, please read the following:
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Prices were developed using a variety of sources including sales and auction results from my website (www.nodderexchange.com), results from other auctions, EBay results, prices from Tim Hunter's last price guide, and data from literally thousands of sales results provided by my customers. |
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The prices here should be used as a guide, they are estimates as to what things should generally go for but they are by no means "the price". As most collectors know, prices are very volatile as many of these dolls only show up once in a long while. Just because a doll in NrMt condition is listed at $200 doesn't mean that the next one that sells won't go for $100 or $300. |
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Many rarer dolls show up only once or twice a year, if that. It's almost impossible to put a price on those types of dolls so the prices I list are "estimates". |
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If you have pictures that I'm missing or know of other dolls not listed, please let me know. Also, feedback is greatly appreciated, positive or negative, so please feel free to write and let me know what you think. |
Obviously, an endeavor like this isn't possible without a lot of help from my friends. Here in no particular order is a list of those dealers/collectors who have helped make this site possible. All are honest guys who care about the hobby. Check out their links (if applicable).
John Pergine
John is a long time collector, he probably has the nicest and most complete
Football Collection anywhere. Many of the football pictures you see on the
sight are courtesy of John, what a great collection!! John and his lovely mate
provided me with 100's of pix, including many rare Football Dolls that most of
us never get to see. They didn't ask for money, only that I provide his
info and his want-list so he can hopefully find few things he still needs.
Here's his link, if you have anything he needs and are looking to sell, please
contact him.
Vinnie Alario (Hot3rdrail728) on Ebay
Vinnie is
another honest, long time collector who I've had the pleasure of meeting a
couple of times. Vin went above and beyond the call of duty, sending me
literally 100's of prices of dolls he has bought and sold in the last few years.
I've dealt with him plenty, they don't come any better.... save him in your Ebay
"good guy list".
Lou Criscione (www.InsideTheParkCollectibles.com)
A friendly rival in the Bobbing Head business, Lou helped tremendously by
supplying many pictures as well as prices realized from his many sales and
auctions. Very fair and knowledgeable as well as a very nice guy.
Tim Hunter
As many of you know, I took over Tim's Bobbing Head business in December 2002.
For 20+ years before that Tim was the voice and the conscience of the Bobbing
Head hobby. He fought to keep the hobby honest, often sacrificing quick bucks
while doing so. I really believe that without Tim in there fighting, there would
be no legitimate hobby today, he was the only to stand up to the "repair
artists" and tell it like it is. Tim's retired from the hobby now, but not
forgotten!!
Tony Sorice (Coachso
on Ebay)
Another long time collector, specializing in College dolls. Very honest fellow
who I've had good dealings with.
Mike Prines
Marshall Choy
Jeff Berry
Chad Brandt
Randi Chase
Ed Essig
Dave Graziano
Rob Greene
David Jones
Marv Milman
Art O'Hare
Bob Petrucelli
Frank Salazar
Rob Schlessinger
Bruce Stjernstrom
Steve Younk
Jerry Wheeler
There have been many more contributors that I have lost the notes from (email difficulties). If you contributed and would like your name mentioned, please let me know. Also, if you would like a link or EBay handle added, let me know too.
Grading Scale
"Gem" -
Beautiful, bright, shiny, out of the box colors. A "Gem" is special. Because not
all "Gem" nodders are perfect, we will combine the gem logo with the following
grades:
Mint - No flaws,
unless minor factory problems such as minor paint overruns or minor factory
paint problems or bumps. A "Gem Mint" doll is the best. A "Mint" doll is one
that has no flaws, but not the eye appeal of a "Gem Mint" doll.
NrMt/Mt - Possibly one
or two minor flaws, usually in a spot that doesn't detract from its appearance
at first glance. A NrMt/Mt doll is almost perfect.
NrMt - Most "nice
dolls" fall into this category. A NrMt doll could have a couple hairlines in
back or side or a minor problem in the front that doesn't detract from its
overall appearance.
ExMt - Usually has a
slightly bigger problem that may be noticeable at first glance, (dent, mark on
face, etc.) but still looks good. We will always point these out so you know what
to expect. Still a nice looking Bobber.
Ex or VG/Ex - Assorted
"problems" should be spelled out, not an investment grade bobber but often nice
enough for display.