subject: Danbury Mint Porcelain Dolls [print this page] There are many different kinds of Danbury Mint Porcelain Dolls, but before we get into that, for those that may not be familiar with the Danbury Mint, here are a few reasons why you should buy their products. They were founded by Ted Stanley, from Connecticut, in 1969. Their goal then and now is to sell only the best collectables directly to the consumer, and have become one of the most popular collectable companies in the world today. When they opened up shop in London England in 1976, they quickly started making products exclusively for the UK market.
All of the products from the Danbury Mint, including Danbury Mint porcelain dolls, figurines, clocks, plates, etc, are made by them, and sold by them through mailings, magazine spots, and through the internet. They also have a catalog that you can receive directly through the company with a complete list of all of their products.
There are an abundance of different Danbury Mint porcelain dolls to choose from in their collection. Each piece in the Danbury Mint can be bought separately, and there are some that are part of a collection. Here are a few of the more unique or best selling dolls that are offered.
One of these porcelain dolls is a recent addition to their collection; it is the Michelle Obama Inaugural Doll. Fully decked out in her stunning dress and earrings, this is one of the most life like renditions of the latest first lady, and is fully pose-able, and all porcelain. You can now remember that remarkable evening when the countries first black president was sworn into office. Her whole ensemble has been painstakingly recreated and hand crafted buy skilled artisans. Here, jewelry originally created by world famous designer Loree Rodkin has also been skillfully replicated. You can own this piece of history for just $149, with a $9 shipping and handling charge directly from the Danbuy Mint for just four monthly payments of only $39.50.
Another Danbury Mint porcelain dolls collectable also inspired by Michelle Obama, this one crafted from her at the Governors Ball. This 16" porcelain doll has pose-able arms and head, and features her stunning strapless black dress, as well as the stunning pear earrings and necklace. Every detail is just as stunning as when she was presented at the actual ball. This Doll, as well as the inaugural doll, is part of the historical special addition collection and is available for the same price. Another doll in this collection is the Diana At Windsor and this item is available for just $119.
Betty Boop has always been a member of the Danbury Mint porcelain dolls collection and has many modeled after her classic style. One of the many Danbury Mint Betty styles is the Bewitching Betty Doll. With her black bat cape, iridescent purple bodice, riding her broom with Pudgy by her side, she will surely put a spell on you. This representation is 16.5" tall, and sells for just 116 Pounds, plus shipping. Other dolls in the extensive collection include Betty Sings the Blues, Winter Starlet Betty, and even Geisha Betty, just to name a few. These are just a handful of the many products the Danbury Mint has to offer.