New York Giants stuffed baseball doll...

[toyman55]

Just bought this to go along with my brooklyn dodgers emmet Kelly doll. Has anyone seen this doll before and if so what is the value and what year was it made.

[ooo-ribay]

I’ve seen that doll (or something very similar) maybe once or twice. A total guess as to era would be the 1920’s. I think “value” could only be determined by throwing it in an auction. What did you pay for it?

[perezfan]

It's called a "Straw Doll" and has definite value. I have this one, as well as a Brooklyn Bum and the Boston Braves version. The Bum is worth the most, followed by the Giants, and then the Braves. They are from the late 1940s - early '50s, and are rare. Rarity does not always translate to value, however... as these things are always based upon demand.

Inside The Park Collectibles does a very nice job with this type of stuff, and has sold a few of these over the years. If you wanted to sell it, I would consider consigning it over to them.

Or there's always eBay. As far as value, I would estimate the following...

Brooklyn Bum - $125 - $150
NY Giants - $75 - $100
Boston Braves - $60 - $80

There are also generic versions, not affiliated with any specific team. These go for about $25 - $30. Hope this is helpful.

[perezfan]

Thought I would post pics of the three, since these are seldom-seen...

The Bum, Giants and Braves Dolls can all be seen in these photos. If they stand on their own without assistance and are in nice condition, they can sell for more than the prices I stated previously. All depends upon who is bidding at the time. I have seen the Bum sell as high as $400 on rare occasion.

[andypcl]

Thanks for the info on this Mark. I've had this bum for a long time and figured it was some sort of homemade creation. Shale, does your Giant have a uniform number? Mark, is your bum also #4 ?

[perezfan]

Yes... #4 Although mine is apparently missing the eye pupils.

I guess the "artist" (i.e. some impoverished 3rd world minor) either forgot to draw them, or was just trying to meet his/her production quota for the day.

[andypcl]

Your "artist" was making evil Duke Sniders with those eyebrows.

[perezfan]

Haha... yeah, I do like it the way it is... looks kind of demonic!

[ooo-ribay]

Thanks for your usual great info, Mark.

I guess I’ll “come clean” and admit why I, as a Giants collector, don’t have one of these guys (even though I’ve had my chance). IMO, these things are hideous!

I hope I haven’t offended anyone.

[perezfan]

Understood...

But sometimes these things are so bad, they're good.

[perezfan]

I think the Rempel Dolls were meant to be squeeky toys for dogs.

They're pretty hideous as well... but I still love 'em!

[seattlerainiers]

The best thing about query threads like these is being able to see slivers of Mark's exemplary collection, wonderfully displayed.

[Mark70Z]

Originally Posted by perezfan

Thought I would post pics of the three, since these are seldom-seen...

The Bum, Giants, Braves Dolls can all be seen in these photos.

Mark,

Is the Bird pictured an Oriole? If so, would love to see a pic of just that or just a closer look...

[ooo-ribay]

Originally Posted by Mark70Z

Mark,

Is the Bird pictured an Oriole? If so, would love to see a pic of just that or just a closer look...

Definitely an Oriole. It looks like a companion to the Redleg hand puppet on the left.

[CarltonHendricks]

Originally Posted by seattlerainiers

The best thing about query threads like these is being able to see slivers of Mark's exemplary collection, wonderfully displayed.

Including those bang-up willy mays sunglasses...

[perezfan]

Yup.... definitely a Baltimore Orioles Puppet. One of those goofy little items you NEVER see, and is so rare. Pretty thin market for Baseball-themed Puppets, as compared to Autos, Cards, Photos, etc. But I was very happy and rather lucky to find it (gotta love the quirky oddball stuff). At least the Oriole is more cute than hideous! I'll try to post some better pics of it over the weekend.

And thanks for the nice compliments Dave and Carlton! I hope the bulk of the collection isn't hideous, and am considering making a deal with Chris G... I'll wear the Say Hey Glasses to the National if he carries the Reds Purse!

[toyman55]

Originally Posted by andypcl

Thanks for the info on this Mark. I've had this bum for a long time and figured it was some sort of homemade creation. Shale, does your Giant have a uniform number? Mark, is your bum also #4 ?

Yes it has a 4 on the back.

[Bignoff]

http://www.net54baseball.com/attachm...1&d=1550985896

[pologrounds]

One of the best postings that I have seen on Net54. Thanks for sharing.

Mike Mays
Mayseum

[slamdunc09]

Any ideas on this doll? It still has the tag attached but the felt letters on the jersey and cap have disintegrated.

[ooo-ribay]

[perezfan]

Don't know a thing about that one posted directly above, but it's most likely one of those generic types that I mentioned earlier. Looks like it came from a different "maker", and probably worth only $30 - $35 on a good day.

The trouble is that specific Team Collectors will have no interest, and as a generic Baseball piece, there are probably nicer looking/more desirable figural pieces to collect. That particular doll may have been done by a different manufacturer than the Giants, Bums, Braves and Cardinals.

As for the Cardinals... it's rare and seldom (if ever) seen... But as stated earlier, rarity doesn't always translate to value. $75 - $85 would be about the top limit for that one in its apparent VG-EX condition. Regardless, it's cool to know there's a Cardinals version. Come to think of it, I once saw a similar Reds Doll as well.

[sayhey24]

The real story in this thread is that Mark's photos did not come out sideways!

Greg

[batsballsbases]

Originally Posted by sayhey24

The real story in this thread is that Mark's photos did not come out sideways!

Greg

Greg ,
He's Learning!

[perezfan]

I haven't learned shit!

All of my editing, rotating and saving does nothing at all. The only thing I learned is to hold the camera sideways for the subsequent image to come out right.

[batsballsbases]

Originally Posted by perezfan

I haven't learned shit!

All of my editing, rotating and saving does nothing at all. The only thing I learned is to hold the camera sideways for the subsequent image to come out right.

Mark,
When I see your photos I always make sure I turn my computer screen to which ever way you have taken the picture! It all seems to work out fine for me !