
Mid-Century Hawaiian Souvenir Hula Doll
This is a vintage mid-century souvenir hula doll, likely dating from the 1950s or 1960s. The doll features a dark-toned hard plastic or vinyl body with a molded face, characteristic of tourist memorabilia from the 'Tiki' era of Hawaiian travel. It stands approximately 10 to 12 inches tall. The doll is dressed in a traditional grass-style hula skirt made of shredded natural or synthetic Raffia fibers. It is adorned with a bright orange crepe paper or fabric flower lei around the neck and matching wristlets. The top is a simple cloth bikini with a blue, green, and black tropical pattern. The doll has molded black hair styled in a wave with a flower accessory tucked behind the left ear. Regarding condition, it shows significant wear: one of the sleep-eyes or painted eyes appears damaged or missing (left eye socket is obscured/pitted), and the hair is somewhat disheveled. The grass skirt is brittle and thinning on one side. There are no visible maker's marks, but this style was commonly produced by companies like Nasco or other souvenir importers during the mid-20th century.
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Estimated Value
$15 - $25
Basic Information
Category
Vintage Toys and Collectibles
Appraised On
December 19, 2025
Estimated Value
$15 - $25
Item Description
This is a vintage mid-century souvenir hula doll, likely dating from the 1950s or 1960s. The doll features a dark-toned hard plastic or vinyl body with a molded face, characteristic of tourist memorabilia from the 'Tiki' era of Hawaiian travel. It stands approximately 10 to 12 inches tall. The doll is dressed in a traditional grass-style hula skirt made of shredded natural or synthetic Raffia fibers. It is adorned with a bright orange crepe paper or fabric flower lei around the neck and matching wristlets. The top is a simple cloth bikini with a blue, green, and black tropical pattern. The doll has molded black hair styled in a wave with a flower accessory tucked behind the left ear. Regarding condition, it shows significant wear: one of the sleep-eyes or painted eyes appears damaged or missing (left eye socket is obscured/pitted), and the hair is somewhat disheveled. The grass skirt is brittle and thinning on one side. There are no visible maker's marks, but this style was commonly produced by companies like Nasco or other souvenir importers during the mid-20th century.
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