The Gold base series of Bobbing Heads was the last set of "Nodders" issued in the 1960's. They were sold from 1966 through 1971 and featured a St Louis Cardinals-mascot head (redbird?), with a diamond shaped base. This Bobble Head is worth about $175.-$200, in near/mint-Mint condition.
The Gold base series of Bobble heads were made with inferior quality to its predecessors and often the dolls suffer from chips, cracks and paint flaking.
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The St. Louis Cardinals 1961- 1963 White base, "mascot" Bobbing Head doll is worth about $700.00 - $800.00 in Near Mint - Mint condition. (the mini dolls are worth a little more) Condition is very important, and the slightest flaws will bring the value down significantly. Common flaws include chips, cracks, worn decal, and paint wear.
The 1961- 1963 White base, baseball series Bobbing Head doll was the first comprehensive series of major league baseball bobbing heads. They originally sold for $1.00 each! It included examples from 20 different franchises with several significant variations.
The Philadelphia Phillies 1961- 1963 White base, "boy face" Bobbing Head doll is worth about $275 - $300. in near/mint - mint condition. Common flaws include chips, cracks, worn decal, and paint wear.
The Milwaukee Braves 1961- 1963 White base, "Mascot" Bobbing Head doll is worth about $400. -$450. in near/mint - mint condition. Common flaws include chips, cracks, worn decal, and paint wear.