54 Household Items and Trends That Defined the 1950s in America

The Howdy Doody doll, created by Coleco in the 1950s, was an instant hit among children. Priced at $3.49, this marionette of the beloved red-haired, freckled TV character was an affordable treasure.

Now a collector’s gem, the Howdy Doody Doll’s value has skyrocketed, with prices reaching up to $400. Yet, an original doll in its factory packaging sold for around $23,000 in 1995, highlighting its immense collectible worth.