Currently, the most expensive porcelain doll ever sold was a bisque doll sold by Theriault’s for $300,000 in 2014. In 1916, French sculptor Albert Marque created a set of 100 dolls for Parisian fashion designer Jeanne Margaine-LaCroix.
The most valuable dolls are in mint condition. Signs of deterioration like wear, chips, and cracks lower value. Any repairs also contribute to lower condition. Try to see if the doll is clean and bright rather than smudged or tired-looking.
Porcelain dolls made 80 to 100 years ago or more can be quite valuable, ranging from $5-$10 to several thousand dollars. As authentic antiques made before the 1930s and limited editions usually fetch high prices.
To identify porcelain dolls, search for the manufacturer mark, typically found on the back of the head or neck. This is the most critical information needed. Numbers from the molds can also help identify dolls.