40 Vintage Items That Could Be Worth Way More Than You Think

In 1986, Samantha Parkington joined Molly McIntire and Kirsten Larson as the pioneer Historical Characters by American Girl Co., embodying the Victorian era. Archived in 2009 and re-released in 2014, Samantha epitomizes timeless charm and a rich historical lineage.

Samantha features a nuanced design with a classic face mold, radiant light skin, deep brown, wavy hair, and distinctive decal brown eyes, setting her apart from her counterparts. Sporting an Edwardian-era “Meet Outfit,” she embodies upper-class fashion and can fetch up to $4,200 at auction.