Tips for Collecting Heritage Porcelain Dolls

Porcelain dolls are a popular collectible and have been for many years. Heritage porcelain dolls represent a subcategory of doll that is prized by many collectors. There are several meanings when it comes to the term Heritage doll. This can mean that the doll is modeled after a particular heritage such as Native American or Asian, for example. It can also refer to a beloved collection by the Madame Alexander company. Then there is the Heritage Doll Company, which is in England. No matter what kind of porcelain doll you want to collect, you should know a bit about the history of porcelain dolls and how to care for them.

Porcelain became a popular material for doll makers in the 1800s. Before then, dolls were made from bone, clay, wood and fabric. Porcelain refers to a particular kind of clay that is fired at specific temperatures to create a smooth, hard surface. There are two main types of porcelain -- china and bisque. China is commonly used for dinnerware. Some dolls were made from china, such as Dresden dolls which were made in Germany. Most dolls are made from bisque, because it looks the most realistic.

When you buy a porcelain Heritage doll, you may or may not want to take it out of the box. If you do decide to remove it from the box, keep the box and all tags and literature in a safe place. That way, if you ever want to sell your doll or store your doll you will have the original packaging. Original packaging can make a big difference in the selling price of your doll. When displaying your collectible dolls, a glass display case is the best way to go. This will ensure your doll stays free from dust. There are also clear plastic cases that can be purchased to hold individual dolls. If you pack your dolls away, wrap them in acid free tissue paper, place in the original box and keep in a cool, dry place where moisture cannot get to the doll.

Although your Heritage porcelain dolls will be inviting to young children, you should not allow young children to play with them. Give children a plastic or fabric doll to play with instead. Not only can they damage the doll by handling it improperly, porcelain can break and possibly cut the skin. Caring for your dolls properly will ensure they stay in heirloom condition for many years to come.

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