Hi Heidi,

Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.

While this is a nice doll of good (but not premium) size and made in Germany or the US, the condition is poor and that affects its value significantly. Had this been in good condition, it worth $150-250 (a value that includes the clothing, though some of it is later) but with a detached head, sleeping eyes that no longer work and a deteriorating foot, it is worth about $50. I don't see any photos of the body but it could be lambskin, though calfskin was a bit more commonly used. The "H 7 1/2" is possibly that of Heinrich Handwerck (Germany) or Edward Imeson Horsman (US).

Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:

An antique bisque-head doll
American or German, first quarter of the 20th Century (1900-1925)
back of the head marked "H 7 1/2"
The calfskin or lampskin body dressed in a cream-colored linen dress and wool stockings, together with a cream-colored linen dress, pantalettes and cap, crocheted lace cap with pale green ribbons, light green stockings, crocheted yellow jacket, cap with red lace trip and cream-colored blanket, patterned blue pants and a single black leather shoe.
Doll is 17 inches long
CONDITION: Blond wit is detached, sleeping eyes now not functioning, the client represents one foot is deteriorating
PROVENANCE: Inherited
$40-60*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.

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~ Delia