Not Fashion, but kind of related...

I'm getting ready to list this very cute flapper half doll. Am I correct in thinking this was the top of a pin cushion?

<img src=http://members.sparedollar.com/fuzzylizzie/half2.jpg>

And what would be the best category? Dolls? Sewing collectibles?

Thanks!

Lizzie

 

I have seen them on pin cushions, whisks, tea cozies, vanity jar covers....

 

I had one that was on a small whisk broom (sold it on Ebay to Nanc - that was how I met her).

This one is an 'arms up', which is more desirable than the ones that have the arms molded against the body. The 'arms away' (with no hand connection to the main body) are the most collectable, probably because they would break
more easily.

Any markings on this Lizzie?

Sue

 

Sue,
It's marked "Germany" and some hard to read numerals, 102, I think.

 

Germany is good...One of my doll mags from several years ago has info on these, I'll see if I can find the info and email you.

Sue

 

Thanks,Sue. I really appreciate it.

Lizzie

 

Lizzie, haven't had a chance to look yet and we are opening our pool today - will check tonight for you.

Sue

 

I got this listed today.

<a href="http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=5501131999&sspagename=STRK%3AMESE%3AIT&rd=1">German Half Doll</a>