Shannon distributors Ltd. Dublin Ireland “Tara” Irish dancer in traditional Irish dancing costume
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Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
It is a very sweet wellkept doll. Such vintage toys are being offered at auction on a regular basis. Your doll was made by the company Shannon distributors Ltd. It was produced in a very large number. Normally a company like this would produce dolls in lots of 1000 and upwards. Unfortunately mass produced dolls rarely have value beyond their purchase price even when kept in excellent shape.
The market value for such dolls has declined in the past few years. There will still be collectors for dolls like yours especially when the condition appears to be very good, however the prices are fairly low.
The estimate provided is for a well-advertised specialised online toys auction, where I believe the sweet doll has the best chance of realising its fullest potential. However, there is no measurement for the sentimental value you might attach to the doll. Retail "asking prices" can be higher and vary.
Please let me know if you have any additional questions. I’m happy to help.
Thank you