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Pony Talk => Pony Corral => Topic started by: heftysmurf76 on September 19, 2018, 09:44:23 PM
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So I've noticed some price differences and thought it was interesting...Scribbles seems to be going for a lot more than Dabbles lately...why is that? I know they did not come together as a set, so I wondered if Scribbles for some reason was more sought after? :nerdy:
Anypony have some insight on sales in the past? Why Dabbles tends to go for less than Scribbles?
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Scribbles has always seemed more valuable than Dabble. I think that they were ordered separately...though they could be ordered together. Dabble is also prone to losing the aqua in her mane. It's hard to explain but I think Scribbles had always just seemed more attractive to collectors. It was like that even back in the nineties...
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They seem to just be allover right now if they come up individually. Together is a whole different story.
I paid the most I've ever paid for two ponies when I bought them last month, it only took me a year to save up for them... lol.
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I've always thought Scribbles was the prettier of the two ponies. :) It looks like they were only featured in one mail order offer and didn't come as a set.
http://mylittlewiki.org/wiki/File:Beach-pamphlet2.jpg
Ponyfan
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I think people prefer Scribbles, especially if she is still white and not cream. I prefer her myself actually :)
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I think people prefer Scribbles, especially if she is still white and not cream. I prefer her myself actually :)
I think this is the main reason too. I also prefer her, to be honest. I am also pretty sure that I had to trade higher for Scribbles than Dabble although they have both gone through price loops of up and down depending on demand. Last year there were a couple of sets even being sold at Ponycon so I do wonder how rare they really are if you know where to look...but the fact the MO range didn't come to the UK makes them both in demand over here. Just it's always been the case that more people go after Scribbles...
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Scribbles has always seemed more valuable than Dabble. I think that they were ordered separately...though they could be ordered together. Dabble is also prone to losing the aqua in her mane. It's hard to explain but I think Scribbles had always just seemed more attractive to collectors. It was like that even back in the nineties...
Thats interesting that the preference seems to go tat far back! Good to know.
They seem to just be allover right now if they come up individually. Together is a whole different story.
I paid the most I've ever paid for two ponies when I bought them last month, it only took me a year to save up for them... lol.
is getting them together a preferred grail? I just can't imagine paying more money for a set just because they happen to come together, especially since they were sold individually as MOs...just my penny-pinching preference tho, more power to you
I've always thought Scribbles was the prettier of the two ponies. :) It looks like they were only featured in one mail order offer and didn't come as a set.
http://mylittlewiki.org/wiki/File:Beach-pamphlet2.jpg
Ponyfan
Yeah the fact that they were sold individually is what makes it puzzling to me, you'd think they'd be of equal value...I guess Scribbles is more appealing according to this thread so far...hmmmm
I think people prefer Scribbles, especially if she is still white and not cream. I prefer her myself actually :)
I actually prefer Dabble, not sure why other than I like Purple, I think thats art of why I was like "huh?"
I think people prefer Scribbles, especially if she is still white and not cream. I prefer her myself actually :)
I think this is the main reason too. I also prefer her, to be honest. I am also pretty sure that I had to trade higher for Scribbles than Dabble although they have both gone through price loops of up and down depending on demand. Last year there were a couple of sets even being sold at Ponycon so I do wonder how rare they really are if you know where to look...but the fact the MO range didn't come to the UK makes them both in demand over here. Just it's always been the case that more people go after Scribbles...
Yeah the rarity(natch) of the item is definitely up for debate...I will say in my most recent searches on ebay and various fb groups that I have seen more of Dabble than I have of Scribbles...
This is all very interesting to me for sure
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It is possible that they made more Dabbles than Scribbles...like they did with Gametime and Sugarcake. Hasbro apparently ran out of Sugarcake...maybe the same happened with Scribbles.
I think buying them together just avoids additional shipping and additional hassle. Especially if you happen to get them in person at a con or a fair. Otherwise I can't really see a benefit either :/
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They seem to just be allover right now if they come up individually. Together is a whole different story.
I paid the most I've ever paid for two ponies when I bought them last month, it only took me a year to save up for them... lol.
is getting them together a preferred grail? I just can't imagine paying more money for a set just because they happen to come together, especially since they were sold individually as MOs...just my penny-pinching preference tho, more power to you
To each their own, but in my preference I wanted to have them both together as I like having complete sets. Now, I have saw them both up for sale together recently for $60 more than what I paid, if that says something. Their purchase for me was convenient as it wasn't on evilbay and was for a good cause for the seller. I have been very frugal about the cost of about 90% of my collection. I am allowed to splurge now as I'm at the very HTF mail orders/sea ponies left. :o)
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To each their own, but in my preference I wanted to have them both together as I like having complete sets. Now, I have saw them both up for sale together recently for $60 more than what I paid, if that says something. Their purchase for me was convenient as it wasn't on evilbay and was for a good cause for the seller. I have been very frugal about the cost of about 90% of my collection. I am allowed to splurge now as I'm at the very HTF mail orders/sea ponies left. :o)
I certainly didn't mean to insult your purchasing preference or anything, congrats on getting them and getting even closer to completing your collection. I know how it feels to be so close to finishing, and more power to you on your splurging I certainly do my own splurging quite often when it comes to these more expensive ponies!
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To each their own, but in my preference I wanted to have them both together as I like having complete sets. Now, I have saw them both up for sale together recently for $60 more than what I paid, if that says something. Their purchase for me was convenient as it wasn't on evilbay and was for a good cause for the seller. I have been very frugal about the cost of about 90% of my collection. I am allowed to splurge now as I'm at the very HTF mail orders/sea ponies left. :o)
I certainly didn't mean to insult your purchasing preference or anything, congrats on getting them and getting even closer to completing your collection. I know how it feels to be so close to finishing, and more power to you on your splurging I certainly do my own splurging quite often when it comes to these more expensive ponies!
No offense taken darlin'. When I first saw them on wiki, I fell in love. Every time I've attempted for them outside of evilbay I've been too late, so it was quite exciting to find them together. Terrible picture included. :o)
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I guess im with the minority I really like Dabble better. Popular ponies are ok really they are but purple has always been my thing.
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I would imagine the fading pink on Scribbles makes her worth a little more...
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I also prefer Dabble . . . Might just be a color preference thing if one is worth more? Like Night Glider being worth more than TAF Buttons.
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It's probably just color/theme preference. I prefer Scribbles personally, but that's because I love white ponies and lighter colors. Unfortunately it's a preference I share with most others, so ponies like YumYum are uusally a bit more expensive.
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I would imagine the fading pink on Scribbles makes her worth a little more...
Scribbles doesn't have fading pink thought? Dabble has fading aqua in her mane, which often ends up whiteish - but Scribbles' pink is dark pink.
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I would imagine the fading pink on Scribbles makes her worth a little more...
Scribbles doesn't have fading pink thought? Dabble has fading aqua in her mane, which often ends up whiteish - but Scribbles' pink is dark pink.
Both ponies can fade since the hair is white under the color. I have a scribbles who's hair is fresh and almost red its so dark while the one in the giveaway Im currently running is more pink like her forelock. However Scribbles doesn't seem to fade as drastically as Dabble.
As for price I'm sure color preference plays a big part and that Scribbles is prone to cancer and discoloration. Finding a mint one is quite the task!
It's such a shame these ponies were supposed to be part of an actual 6 piece set (you can see the HQG1C ponies in my avatar.) This discovery from a couple years ago may also play a part in more collectors seeking out the originals since HQ just released the other 4.
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I feel like Dabble's condition plays a big part. A lot of times, her mane fades easily, so people are less willing to pay for a less than perfect pony. Scribbles, on the other hand, maintains her colours better, so long her body doesn't yellow too much, she will be more collectible than Dabble, whose hair plays a big role in her collectible value.
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It's such a shame these ponies were supposed to be part of an actual 6 piece set (you can see the HQG1C ponies in my avatar.) This discovery from a couple years ago may also play a part in more collectors seeking out the originals since HQ just released the other 4.
Yeah, I wouldn't be surprised if this was a thing. I wanted these two to begin with, but I definitely want them more now that the Artistry Girls are a thing :frolic: I'd love to see all 6 together.
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It's such a shame these ponies were supposed to be part of an actual 6 piece set (you can see the HQG1C ponies in my avatar.) This discovery from a couple years ago may also play a part in more collectors seeking out the originals since HQ just released the other 4.
Yeah, I wouldn't be surprised if this was a thing. I wanted these two to begin with, but I definitely want them more now that the Artistry Girls are a thing :frolic: I'd love to see all 6 together.
They look lovely together:D
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@Wysteria, please stop making me want the Artistry ponies so much with such pretty pictures...my student budget can't bear it! XD
So hoping to see these at least at Ponycon. Maybe even afford one of them. They are so amazing and my Dabble and Scribbles would love a couple of sisters :'(
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omg that photo.. :drool: :lovey:
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@Wysteria, please stop making me want the Artistry ponies so much with such pretty pictures...my student budget can't bear it! XD
So hoping to see these at least at Ponycon. Maybe even afford one of them. They are so amazing and my Dabble and Scribbles would love a couple of sisters :'(
My bad hehe! I think paintkitty has a 20% off promo right now for pony con pick up if that would help:)
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Gotta admit, The Artistry girls are what reignited my search for these 2...Got Dabble,just trying to prepare myself for Scribbles apparently skyrocketing price :blink:
Love seeing the pics of all 6 together, they will ALL be mine!!!! :accomplished:
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Gotta admit, The Artistry girls are what reignited my search for these 2...Got Dabble,just trying to prepare myself for Scribbles apparently skyrocketing price :blink:
Love seeing the pics of all 6 together, they will ALL be mine!!!! :accomplished:
I wish you luck finding Scribbles! :o)
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@Wysteria, please stop making me want the Artistry ponies so much with such pretty pictures...my student budget can't bear it! XD
So hoping to see these at least at Ponycon. Maybe even afford one of them. They are so amazing and my Dabble and Scribbles would love a couple of sisters :'(
My bad hehe! I think paintkitty has a 20% off promo right now for pony con pick up if that would help:)
I will check it out...but I don't think I will have ponycon money sorted till right before the con as that is when my contract for teaching is active...hopefully...