If You Want The Very Best, You Want A Franklin Mint Doll
Surely you have heard of the Franklin mint? Perhaps you have seen many of their commemorative coin set collections advertised -- but did you know that the Franklin mint makes many other types of collectibles as well? And Franklin mint dolls are one of their most sought after products.
Franklin mint today makes a number of different types of dolls for collectors. You can purchase the Franklin mint dolls that are replicas of famous Hollywood celebrities as well as those of various members of the royal family. Some Franklin mint dolls are made out of porcelain, others are made from vinyl. Some Franklin mint dolls are also in forms that are appropriate for various holidays, such as Christmas Angels and the like.
Many of the popular Franklin mint dolls are replicas of famous persons from Hollywood -- movie, theater, film and TV stars. For example, Franklin mint features a doll which is a replica of the wicked witch of the West from the movie the Wizard of Oz. This doll comes with a complete outfit -- even her famous broom is included! If you like you can also purchase a Franklin mint doll which is an accurate replica of Dorothy, portrayed by Judy Garland in that same movie. Both of these Franklin mint dolls retail for $195. (Did I mention that the Dorothy doll comes complete with ruby red slippers and her little dog Toto being carried in a miniature wicker basket? Cute!)
If you are a fan of Marilyn Monroe, you will be pleased to know that Franklin mint makes a doll -- actually several dolls -- which are replicas of this sexy lady. One of my very favorites is called the Marilyn Monroe "Starlet Debut" limited-edition doll. It is priced at $135. This Franklin mint doll is exquisitely outfitted in a gorgeous red dress made from crimson velvet -- just like the one that she wore to accept an award in 1951 for the best young box office personality. This Franklin mint doll is also outfitted with authentic diamond studded earrings to complete the ensemble. Of course Franklin mint dolls are well-known for their portrayal of other famous personages -- and perhaps none is more famous, or more beloved than Princess Diana. For less than $200 ($195) you can purchase a handcrafted, porcelain doll which accurately depicts the now famous portrait of a princess. This Franklin mint doll even includes a replica of the armchair which she sat on to pose for the photographs. These dolls are individually hand-painted and individually hand numbered -- and they are sure to become sought-after collectors items in the years ahead.
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