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The first Baseball bobblehead dolls in the 1960s were of Major League Baseball players Willie Mays, Roberto Clemente, and Mickey Mantle. These bobbleheads were produced by the Bobble Dobbles company and were given away as promotional items at games. They quickly became popular collectibles among baseball fans and are now highly sought after by collectors.
The first set of bobble heads that included examples from 20 different teams were the 1961- 1963 White base, baseball series. They originally sold for $1.00 each. The series included nine dolls featuring mascot heads. Also lumped into this series are four dolls of actual players. Mickey Mantle, Roger Maris, Willie Maysand Roberto Clemente. These bobble heads had a facsimile autograph decal on the base, and Came with a square or round white base (round base has a different body type).
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Where can you find the values of different bobble heads?
The Colored base series of baseball bobbing heads were the very first set of bobble head dolls issued. They were issued from 1960-1961 and included only 12 Major Leagues teams. The series also included 3 PCL (Pacific Coast League) teams. Each doll sits on a different color base- the Major League teams do not have the cities decaled on the base. Unlike future baseball series, there were only 2 mascot head dolls in this set (Baltimore Orioles & the Pittsburgh Pirates). Most dolls range in the - range with the exception of the rare Washington Senator doll that can bring 1,500 dollars and better. The first baseball team to offer a bobble head giveaway was the San Francisco Giants, which distributed 20,000 Willie Mays head nodders at a 1999 game. They were made by Alexander Global Promotions Inc. and currently sell for about two hundred dollars. For More information on bobble head dolls, including price guide, pictures, and check lists visit the links located below.
When was a San francisco chronccle Willie Mays green base bobble head give-away?
Willie Mays Bobble HeadThe first baseball team to offer a bobble head giveaway was the San Francisco Giants, which distributed 35,000 Willie Mays bobble head dolls at a 1999 game. They were made by Alexander Global Promotions Inc. and currently sell for about $200.00 I don't know if this bobble head was sponsored by the San Francisco Chronicle. If you know the year it was issued a more accurate value can be given.
How much is a 1961 baseball bobble head worth?
The 1961- 1963 White base, baseball series Bobbing Head doll was the first comprehensive series of major league baseball bobbing heads. It included examples from 20 different franchises with several significant variations. The series included nine dolls featuring mascot heads. Also lumped into this series are four dolls of actual players. Mickey Mantle, Roger Maris, Willie Mays and Roberto Clemente. The team dolls can be worth in the $200.-$400. price range depending on the team, and the player dolls can be worth up to $1,000. and more.
What are bobble heads?
Bobble Head - Also known as; Bobbing Heads; Nodders; Bobble Head Dolls, A series of fragile hand-painted ceramic doll emulating a popular sports figure, player, team, or mascot that first came over from Japan in the 1960s. Sports, Accessories & Memorabilia (S.A.M.) reintroduced new dolls in the 1990s. Bobble Heads are also a popular giveaway at Major League Stadiums today. A spring suspended head attached to the body cause the head to bob when moved.
When was the first commercial use of 'hair bobble'?
me and my mate Hannah Bickerton and Sammy Price invented the great hair bobble and YES we are the best!!!! :)
What is the value of a Hank Aaron bobble-head doll?
Ted Williams was not Issued with the Original Baseball series bobble heads of the 1960's. You might have one made by S.A.M.The S.A.M. Bobble Head Dolls were first Issued in 1992. The S.A.M. Sports Accessories Memorabilia Bobble Heads came with a C.O.A., and most of these fgures had production runs between 3,000 and 5,000. These bobbin' head figurines are made of Porcelain. The original Bobbin' Heads from the 1960's were made of paper mache.Another series of SAM Player Bobble heads were issued again in 1997, and in 1999 a Team Series. S.A.M. went out of Business in the year 2000.The Ted Williams doll had a regular issue, and a 500 HR edition. They sell for about $70.-$100. and higher for the 500 HR edition. If this is not the bobble head you are inquring about contact me with more details.Below I will leave a List of the 1992 S.A.M. Bobble Heads with price guide, and a link for information on other Bobble Heads.
When was the arcade game Bubble Bobble first released?
The arcade game Bubble Bobble was first released in the year 1986. It was an arcade game with quite basic graphics by today's standards but had a few sequels.
Willie Mays bobble head that was made after 1963 can that be?
Willie Mays Bobble HeadsThe 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 series included nine dolls featuring mascot heads. Also lumped into this series are four dolls of actual players. Mickey Mantle, Roger Maris, Willie Mays and Roberto Clemente. facsimile autograph decal on base. Comes with square or round white base (round base has a different body type). It was originally issued in a picture box.The two variations of the Willie Mays Dolls from the 1961 -1963 series, sell between $450. - $550. A third variation with a gold base as high as $1,500. This Gold base doll should not be confused with the gold base series that was issued during the years 1966 through 1971.The first baseball team to offer a bobble head giveaway was the San Francisco Giants, which distributed 35,000 Willie Mays head nodders at a 1999 game. They were made by Alexander Global Promotions Inc. and currently sell for about $200.The Willie Mays Bobble head issued in 1992 by Sports Accessories Memorabilia (S.A.M.) sells for about $65. I will include links for pictures, and more information.
How much is the 1962 Fred bird pitcher bobble head worth?
To find the value for a specific bobble head doll you need to identify the year or ear the bobble head was sold, and the company that sold them. Some wehe stadium give aways. Others sold at the souvenir stands at the stadium. From 1961- 1963 the White base, baseball series Bobbing Head doll was isssued. This 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
Does anyone have 1962 St. Louis cardinal bobble head doll from old sportsman's park what is the value?
1961- 1963 Cardinals White base baseball seriesThe 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 bobble heads measure about 71/4" tall unless you have the mini bobble heads which measure 4 1/2" They were made available through mail order, and were also sold at the ballparks. The St. Louis Cardinals 1961- 1963 White base, "mascot" Bobbing Head doll is worth about $700 - $800. in Near Mint - Mint condition. The mini bobble head dolls are worth about $800.-$900.Condition is very important, and the slightest flaws will bring the value down significantly. Common flaws include chips, cracks, worn decal, and paint wear.For more information, and pictures for the White base bobble heads see Related Links below.
Who invented the bobblehead?
Gunnar Ty Bryan invented the bobble head in 1954 in Silsbee, Texas and is still living to this day
What is the value of 1960 Willie Mays Bobble head?
1961- 1963 White base Willie Mays Bobble HeadThe 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 series included nine dolls featuring mascot heads. Also lumped into this series are four dolls of actual players. Mickey Mantle, Roger Maris, Willie Mays and Roberto Clemente. facsimile autograph decal on base. Comes with square or round white base (round base has a different body type). It was originally issued in a picture box. The two variations of the Willie Mays Dolls sell between $450. - $550. A third variation with a gold base as high as $1,500. Add $75. - $100. with the original box.
