Betty Boop Catalog

[Aristotle]

My daughter has an expansive collection of Betty Boop and Barbies.
Most have not been distrubed from their resting place.
She wants to sell.
In lieu of opening boxes, taking pictures, is there a complete catalog with photo's and pertinent information i.e. catalog numbers, date of manufacture, number's produced, and why; regarding each piece?
If "yes" how would one secure said item?
Regarding value: I do know value is established by supply and demand however when one is giving an assessment of value, is there an equivalent to a GIA (Gemological Institute of America) rating setting standards for integrity and professionalism? Now for a pointed question. Are you such a man? I expect the answer to be an astounding "yes." What are your fees?
Thanking you in advance for your consideration and time.
Respectfully,
Aristotle
e-mail MrAOL@comcast.net

[boopman]

Wow, never thought I would have the opportunity to talk to Aristotle! What an honor and a surprise!

Seriously, not sure who you were addressing your question to, but one place to start with figuring out values is with my book "The Definitive Guide to Betty Boop Memorabilia". Depending on what your daughter has, you may not find all the items in the book - it has only about 300 items of the 3000 or so I have documented. You could order a copy of the original manuscript from me, in which case you would have descriptions, values, and manufacturer's info of these 3000 items, but no pictures.

To sell the collection, or to appraise it, you will need to take pictures, or at a minimum detailed descriptions of each of the items. One place to sell would be on ebay, or perhaps an auction house like Hakes Americana would handle the collection for you - depends on what you have and how rare any of the items are. If you would want someone to come to where the collection resides, you would have to pay for transportation, expenses, etc, plus an hourly fee (I certainly would consider this, depending on where you live).

If you have many vintage, rare, items the appraisal route may be worth the time and money, but to be perfectly honest, most Betty Boop items usually don't bring big dollars.

Let me know if I can be of any further assistance.
-Leonard

[bboop480]

Wow, never thought I would have the opportunity to talk to Aristotle! What an honor and a surprise!

Seriously, not sure who you were addressing your question to, but one place to start with figuring out values is with my book "The Definitive Guide to Betty Boop Memorabilia". Depending on what your daughter has, you may not find all the items in the book - it has only about 300 items of the 3000 or so I have documented. You could order a copy of the original manuscript from me, in which case you would have descriptions, values, and manufacturer's info of these 3000 items, but no pictures.

To sell the collection, or to appraise it, you will need to take pictures, or at a minimum detailed descriptions of each of the items. One place to sell would be on ebay, or perhaps an auction house like Hakes Americana would handle the collection for you - depends on what you have and how rare any of the items are. If you would want someone to come to where the collection resides, you would have to pay for transportation, expenses, etc, plus an hourly fee (I certainly would consider this, depending on where you live).

If you have many vintage, rare, items the appraisal route may be worth the time and money, but to be perfectly honest, most Betty Boop items usually don't bring big dollars.

Let me know if I can be of any further assistance.
-Leonard
NICE INFO!!!!

[bboop480]

Sharing Is Caring....lol ;)

[Aristotle]

Lets try this again.
Good morning Leonard!
I am interested in either your Definitive Guide book or the manuscript but (isn't there always a "but") I do not know which to purchase.
I have a partial list (14) I would like to e-mail to you. This should be indictive of the 50 or so items Tina has and therefore tell you which would be an overkill or appropriate.
Then there is the pricing of both that enters into the equation.
Again my e-mail is MrAOL@comcast.net.
My gratitude goes to you for you assistance.
Ar t

[BoopBoopBeeDoo]

Lets try this again.
Good morning Leonard!
I am interested in either your Definitive Guide book or the manuscript but (isn't there always a "but") I do not know which to purchase.
I have a partial list (14) I would like to e-mail to you. This should be indictive of the 50 or so items Tina has and therefore tell you which would be an overkill or appropriate.
Then there is the pricing of both that enters into the equation.
Again my e-mail is MrAOL@comcast.net.
My gratitude goes to you for you assistance.
Ar t
That's a cool name. I love Aristotle: The Philosopher of Truth :D

[Bikerbettyboop]

Good luck Aristotle with the sale of your daughter's collection. Leonard is the best source to begin the evaluation process.

[bboop480]

Good luck Aristotle with the sale of your daughter's collection. Leonard is the best source to begin the evaluation process.
I AGREE!!!