Are you wondering whether or not your Vintage Cabbage Patch Kid could be worth a small fortune? In this article, we will take a look at a number of specialty Cabbage Patch Kids and merchandise sold during the 1980s and 1990s and their current vintage value.
While the Cabbage Patch Dolls were originally handcrafted by a single man by the name of Xavier Roberts, soon after they increased tenfold in popularity he made a small fortune by signing a deal with the Coleco company in 1982 which allowed the company to mass-produce the dolls. Throughout the decade’s different companies have taken on the rights to produce these dolls such as Hasbro from 1989 until 1994, Mattel from 1994 until 2001, and Toys R Us from 2001 until 2003. The value of your doll or merchandise can increase or decrease depending on which company manufactured it.
Coleco had sold more than 3 million dolls by the end of 1983. By 1990, 65 million Cabbage Patch Kids had found their ‘forever home’. This shows just how popular these soft-bodied dolls were only a few years after being introduced.
What are the Most Valuable Cabbage Patch Kids?
The most valuable Cabbage Patch Kids unbeknownst to many new collectors do not even fall under the Cabbage Patch Kid brand name. The original CPK produced by Xavier Robert’s himself, known as Little People Originals made prior to 1982 are among the most valuable dolls. Some of the Little People Originals that are still in mint condition can sell for as much as 100 times their original retail value.
Cabbage Patch Dolls
Mass Market Cabbage Patch Kids
The original Cabbage Patch Kids retailed for $30.00 during the 80’s. These same dolls now fetch their owners generally more than triple their original price with some seeing their worth increase five to tenfold.
- The first mass-market Cabbage Patch Kids were introduced in 1983, and lines of mothers and fathers filled shop fronts as everyone tried to get their hands on a doll for their children in time for Christmas
- When speaking about mass-market Cabbage Patch Kids, those worth the most to collectors are twins, ‘made in Japan’ editions, black-skinned kids with freckles, kids with fuzzy hair, kids with strawberry blonde or red hair and those sold with their original clothes, birth certificate, and box.
- There is no one specific value for any Cabbage Patch Kid. While the mass market kids will have other identical dolls around the globe, there were many variations produced especially during 1982 in time for Christmas. Below you can find some images of Cabbage Patch Kids, their date of manufacture, and the price they fetched at auction.
| Image of CPK | Date of Manufacture | Price Fetched at Auction |
 | Coleco – 1985 | $55.00 USD |
 | Coleco – 1984 | $125.00 USD |
 | Coleco – 1984 | $100.00 USD |
 | Hasbro – 1990s | $30.00 USD |
To read about Cabbage Patch Kids that are worth a small fortune, please see our related article here.
Talking Cabbage Patch Kids
- The talking Cabbage Patch Kids were first introduced by the Coleco company during 1987
- This was the first Cabbage Patch Kid that made noise
- The doll could communicate with other Talking Cabbage Patch Kids with random phrases, but would also speak when certain body parts such as the hand were touched
- While these dolls were loved by many, due to their hefty original retail price of over $100.00 and the fact that multiple needed to be purchased to take advantage of all the vocalisation of the doll, they fell short of expectations the company had
- A talking Cabbage Patch Doll produced in 1987 is often resold for anywhere between $60.00 and $300.00 USD.
Sippin Cabbage Patch Kids
- During 1989 the ‘Sippin’ Cabbage Patch Kids were released which brought a new spin on the original dolls. These new dolls could really ‘sip’ from their drink.
- These dolls today generally sell within the vintage market for more than $70.00 USD
Snack Time Cabbage Patch Kids
- If you remember the year 1996, there is a chance you will remember the Snack Time Cabbage Patch Kid
- The Snack Time Cabbage Patch Kid was able to ‘swallow’ plastic food that would travel through metal rollers within the doll and could be retrieved through the backpack.
- The Snack Time Cabbage Patch Kid was retrieved from shelves soon after it was released due to concerns about children getting their fingers stuck within the dolls mouth and metal rollers.
- These dolls are extremely rare due to them being recalled shortly after their release and therefore owners of these dolls often place hefty price tags on them of over $200.00 USD.
Cabbage Patch Branded Products
Cabbage Patch Kids Cereal
Believe it or not, but during 1985, a box of breakfast cereal was available in supermarkets that were Cabbage Patch branded. The cereal was low in sugar, primarily consisting of rice flour. The cereal was shaped into little round faces, that looked similar to the three-dimensional dolls. If you’ve kept the box from the original cereal all these years, some have been able to sell it for as much as $50.00 USD.
Cabbage Patch Kids US Postage Stamp
That’s right, the Cabbage Patch Kids made it onto their very own US stamp. The stamp was worth 33 cents at the time of release during the year 2000 which commemorated the 1980s. While the stamp is far from making an owner a fortune, with them mostly for sale in vintage markets for no more than $5.00 USD, they are a great item for a CPK collector to display.
Cabbage Patch Kids Vintage Items
Below you can find a list of just a handful of the different items produced under the ‘Cabbage Patch Kid’ label. While many think that this brand is only related to the dolls we know and love, it went much further than this producing everything from doll accessories to edible cereal. Below you can find a number of the accessories produced alongside the Cabbage Patch Kids:
- Cabbage Patch Kid Dolls
- Pram (1980s)
- Diapers (1980s)
- Outfits
- Hair Brush (1980s)
- Sticker Baby Book (1983)
- Coleco Coat Hangers (1980s)
- Rocker (1983)
- Stroller
- Side by Side Stroller
- Car Seat
- Play Pen
- Feeding Set
- Sleeping Bag
- Diaper Bag
- Washing Machine
- Closet
- Lunch Box and Thermos
Have you recently sold your 1980s or 1990s Cabbage Patch Kid or CPK Merchandise? We’d love to hear about it in the comments section below!
I have four cabbage patch dolls. I remember going to the cabbage patch as a child and there my doll was hand made.
I also have a set of twins w stamp and color code. No certificate but still a great piece of Xaviers artwork.
Hello, I have a softy cabbage patch brought in 1984 in San Francisco.
I only recently thorough her Birth certificate out 😩not knowing there was a market for old dolls.
What does one do if I wanted to sell her?
I have a 1983 cabbage patch working kitchen. Trying to find the value.
@Cher The Kitchen goes for $65 – 125 USD depending on the condition of the Kitchen.
I have a 1984 red-haired cabbage patch kid in good condition with a pacifier. Not sure what the value is. I also have the feeding set, original diaper and clothes, diaper bag, and birth certificate.
@julie, Does the doll have fuzzy short red hair or long braaded (2 pig tails) hair?
The baby feeding set is $20 to $25 dollars
Diapers $2.00 each
Clothes vary depending on what they are. $2 to $20.00
I have a1985 set of twins that I’m looking for the value to sell they are in great condition just need a value
Boy and girl twin with brown velvet outfits
i have 4 cabbage patch dolls i want to sell 1wb 1bg 1baby wg 1baby wb they all have been signed on their butts and are in perfect condition where can i go in Fair Oaks CA to get them appraised and sold?
I have a Vintage Cabbage Patch doll 3900 trademarked 1983 by Coleco and wanted to know the value. She is still in the box and has never been removed but the box is quite banged up. She has her Birth Certificate and her name is Colette Star. She is brunette with medium to light skin tone.
I have a rare baby land original little people cabbage patch doll. She has black hair made with yarn. Trying to find out if she has value? She has an autographed signature and the stamp signature of Xavier Robert’s. Her shoe is also autographed.
I have an older cabbage Patch Kid that I think maybe a original? She has a cloth face and body, along with yarn for her hair. Her shoe is autographed along with her bottom. She 2 signatures on her bottom. One is handwritten and one appears to be a stamp. She has a tag attached to her side. She is dressed in an outfit that has a tag attached to the also. Her hair is black yarn. Her eyes are blue.
I have a Coleco kpc with a black signature. It’s a boy with short red fuzzy hair. He’s got blue Jean overalls and a blue collar shirt with white shoes with 2 blue stripes can u tell me how much he’s worth. I also have the birth certificate and adoption certificate.
I have a CPK dressed in Camoflage w red hair aqua stamp on tush. No box, no birth certificate. Any idea of value
I have Benjamin Lewis Cabbage Patch Kid with birth certificate saying September 25th signed by Xavier Roberts. I think it is from the early 1980s. Is Benji worth anything other than a place in my heart?
I have a 1996 Olympic kids Official team mascot with Brown hair Brown eyes cabbage patch special edition. What is the estimated value?
@Meredith, The 1996 Olympic kids run between $85 to $135 USD.
I have a 1986 Pansy Greta, Green eyes, dimple in left cheek, with birth certificate, adoption papers, red signature on CBK bottom. Original diaper, circus characters on outfit with yellow crayon and glasses. Bright red hair starts curly, ends with straight pony tail. Comes in Original box. Can you help me out with approx. value?
@Brennan These dolls are worth around $65 to $125 USD in mint condition.
I have a 1993 full vinyl bald cabbage patch doll – tan colour with holes in its heels for water to drip through. Trying to figure out how much, if anything, it is worth.
@Karis I believe you have the Splash and Tan Kids. These dolls were made to go outside and swimming. Their vinyl will react to light and simulate a tan that will fade once you are back inside. The mint condition value is $50 to $100 USD.
Hello. I have a 1983 Cabbage Patch Kid. The box is all in German and the front of the box says Kuschel Kinder. The box has been opened & I was able to see on the back of its head that it was made in Spain & had a 4 on the back of its neck as well. It’s in the original box with certificate that’s still sealed, box has been opened & the plastic on the front has torn, the box is a bit worn from storage.
The doll has blonde frizzy hair with white beanie cap that ties under the neck, blue eyes, freckles, dimples on both sides and a clear pacifier in his mouth. He’s wearing a red corduroy jump suit with a bear patch in the upper corner . He has white shoes on. Can’t find one like it online so not sure what its value is.
Thank you!
I have a good condition 1985, Redhead girl with a Coleco Head Mold #6 one dimple on the left side, a removable pacifier. All of the paperwork and the ship to home colco brown box are in good condition. Her original clothing, including diaper and socks and shoes are on her. The box says 3950 EDP 03815 16″ GIRL LT HAIR. I’m curious if she’s a toy that a child should play with or if she’s a legitimate collectable with value.
I have a 1985 Cabbage Patch doll named Tommy Kevin, in the original box with adoption papers and the tag still attached to his hand. He has red overall shorts with an elephant in the front and short curly blonde hair. What is his value, please?
@Stac_Turner, There are few prices for this doll depending on a couple of factors that can change the price significantly.
1. If this doll is in mint condition in the box and does not have the red velour romper then it’s value is between $200 – 300 USD
2. If the doll is not in mint condition in the box or has the red velour romper then it’s value is between $25 – 50 USD.
If your doll is in mint condition in the box it might be worth having someone verify it is the harder to find version of this doll.
I have a 1984 cabbage patch preemie with the birth certificate/ adoption paperwork and original packaging and box. And in top condition. How much would this be valued at?
@Pamela, These cabbage patch dolls are between $55 – 75 USD.
Hello I have 6 Cabbage Patch dolls
1. Set of Red head twin girls, Pig Tails, Long Hair, Lace pink dresses, diaper, 1978-1982, marked with P, made in China, Blue signatures on butts, Blue Eyes, bimples
2. Brown Hair, dimples, blue eyes, pacifier, signature on butt in black, 1978-1982, KT marked, made in China, Original baseballs outfit,
Reg-PA-1044
Can you tell me what they would be worth before I list the others
Thanks
I have 1985 marta natasha doll and can’t find any information on her. Would like to see if anyone has information on her.
I have a 1990 brown hair and blue eyed Freestyle Skateboarder Cabbage Patch boy doll in excellent condition. Trying to determine a selling price.
The value of a Cabbage Patch doll can vary depending on factors such as rarity, condition, and demand. A 1990 Freestyle Skateboarder Cabbage Patch boy doll in excellent condition may be worth around $50-$100. However, the final selling price will depend on various factors such as the doll’s uniqueness, completeness, and condition, as well as market demand and competition. You can try looking at online marketplaces or auction sites to see what similar dolls are selling for, and adjust your price accordingly.
I am currently looking to sell the following cabbage patch kids. All have been removed from their boxes, but the dolls are in Very Good condition. They are all wearing their original clothing/accessories/shoes. I have boxes (show some age and wear), and original paperwork for all of the dolls. The adoption envelope has been removed from the boxes (Small tears on back of envelopes), but I have all of them…and most of the certificates you had to mail in for. Wondering value of each:
1. Talking CPK with cup; working Condition; Long red curly hair; blue Velvet Dress. Name: Bernice Anita
2. Talking CPK with cup; working condition; brown hair in ponytail, purple eyes; red Velvet apron dress; Name: Clotilda Antonia
3. Limited Edition B/G Twins; Dk. brown hair, brown eyes; Blue and Pink Eyeglasses; Hands that hold with original crayons; Blue Velvet Outfits; NAMES: Selby Jason, Jerrie Amelita, 2 Dimples Each
4. 1985 Preemie, Blonde Tuft of Hair, Blue Eyes, Green Romper/White Hat; One Tooth; NAME: Scott Frank
5. 1987 CPK with Short, Lt. Blonde Hair. Floral Dress and Bloomers; Headgear; Name: Victoria Beulah
6. Circus CPK; Long Dark Blonde Hair; Ring Master
7. 1986 CPK, Lt. Brown Long Pigtails; Green Eyes; Pink Dress, Tights and Bloomers; Green Eyes; Name: Della Azalia
8. MIB, Boy Astronaut with Lt. Brown Hair; Name: Blaine Shawn
9. Girl Twins, Long Red Hair; Turquoise Satin Dresses; Pacifiers; Scarlett Lorna and Bernice Anita; Green Eyes
10. Porcelain CPK; Very Long, Yellow Blond Braids, Blue Eyes, Pink and Blue Floral Dress; MIB; Certificate of Authenticity in Mint Condition
11. Multiple Mint Condition CPK Magazines and Gazettes from the Parents Association
12. 6 CPK MIB Playmates, 4 Children/2 Animals; Some Yellowing of the Plastic on the Boxes
13. World Traveler, Scotland, Long Red Pigtails, Blue Eyes
Thank you for your help and expertise!
I recently sold my MIB Splashin Kid for $90 + Ship, and my MIB Designer Line for $200 + ship.
I have a signed 1983 soft cloth cabbage patch doll with tag and birth certificate not in box. The hair is brown, blue eyes in a pink dress and her name is Mandy Karen. Curious the value. Thank you.
The value of a Cabbage Patch Doll can vary depending on its condition, rarity, and other factors. Since your doll is signed and comes with a birth certificate, it may be more valuable than other Cabbage Patch Dolls from the same year. However, without more information about its condition and any unique features, it’s difficult to provide an accurate estimate of its value.
You could try researching recent sales of similar dolls on online marketplaces like eBay or Etsy to get an idea of what they are currently selling for. You may also consider reaching out to a reputable antique or toy appraiser for a professional evaluation.