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Become familiar with the market for Sasha dolls by searching the Internet for Sasha-related Web sites, online auctions and Web sites relating to doll collecting in general. Specialty doll shops and classified ads are also great resources for finding out more about the availability, pricing and current market for Sasha dolls.
Collect the Sasha dolls that most appeal to you. Out-of-production Sasha dolls can be worth hundreds of dollars, but there are no guarantees that your Sasha dolls will ever increase that dramatically in value. Collect the dolls that you love and, no matter what their eventual monetary value, you will always have a collection of dolls that remains dear to your heart.
Make sure that the Sasha dolls you purchase are authentic. Look for the "Gotz" name in association with the recent production of Sasha dolls and the "Trendon" name for dolls produced before 1986. Sasha dolls were out of production between 1986 and 1995.
Join clubs and organizations devoted to general doll collecting or specifically to collecting Sasha dolls. Organizations such as the United Federation of Doll Clubs can provide you with information on collectible doll markets, doll-collecting strategies and other issues that concern doll collectors.
Keep abreast of doll values and Sasha-related events and activities through participation in fan clubs such as the Sasha Doll Collector's Club. These types of organizations will keep you in contact with a whole community of fellow Sasha doll collectors. They sponsor conventions, e-mail lists and bulletin boards for their members.
Attend Sasha doll conventions. These gatherings are a great way to find out about the availability of vintage Sasha dolls and accessories. You will also get a chance to meet other Sasha doll aficionados and share tips on collecting and displaying your Sasha dolls.
Consider purchasing vintage Sasha dolls that need some restoration. These dolls will cost less to acquire and will allow you to add more vintage Sasha dolls to your collection. Do the restoration yourself or locate businesses that will do the work for you.
Include your family in your collecting endeavors. Make the selection of Sasha dolls and accessories an activity in which the entire family can participate. Let your family participate in finding unique ways to display your Sasha collection as well.