1930s Shirley Temple Doll Promo Button November 2, 2011 In the 1930s Shirley Temple was a huge star and a New York toy company secured the rights to produce a doll based on her image. By 1941 the doll had generated over $45 million in sales. This button was a promotional item that came with the doll. Share this Uncategorizedcollectibles, Custom pin back buttons, Shirley Temple