Due to their rarity and artistry, limited editions. Hummel figurines so special, they are produced in strictly limited quantities. The relationship between hummel and goebel continued amicably until sister hummels untimely death at 37 in 1946. This is a hummel figurines and collectibles suggested retail price and estimated auction fair market value price guide. To find this number, carefully flip your hummel upside down. The hummel book from the life and work of berta hummel is a 9. Hummel price guide is the most authoritative and delightfully illustrated resource on m. This is an easy to use guide and offers realistic values in a searchable pdf file. Only 50 or so copies were made of little velma, hum 219, most of which are believed to have been shipped to canada. Find your hummel s specific listing in a hummel reference or price book.
Original hummel figurines were produced in west germany present. Hummel figurines valuation and appraisal ask an expert online. Original hummel figurines were produced in west germany present day germany. Why hummel figurines are pretty much worthless now. Find your hummel in this chart to determine the suggested retail price and estimated auction fair market value price. Determining the value of hummel figurines deutsches haus. Hummel figurine has been made in germany by goebel. The complete hummel value guide has been updated for 2019. The value of an authentic hummel figurine takes a lot of things into consideration. Both cute and coveted by collectors, hummel figurines were one of the hottest collectibles of the 20th century. Their appeal continues today, as the scarcity of some styles has driven prices to record heights. Some names of hummel figurines have changed over time. Some precious moments figurines are worth a ton of dollars.
Jun 6, 2019 another of my collections most were my mothers. The full bee mark, tmk2 19401959 this awesome authentic vintage hummel figurine is in excellent condition. Over 4,000 hummel figurines in stock at great prices. Jun 25, 2016 original hummel figurines were produced in west germany present day germany. Shop our officially licensed and germanmade boy hummel figurines, girl hummel figures and our lastchance limited stock figurines. Sep 04, 2017 this is a hummel figurines and collectibles suggested retail price and estimated auction fair market value price guide.
So it is best to identify figurines by their hummel identification number. As of 2009, the production of hummel figurines was taken over by manufaktur rodental gmbh. Prices, antiques expert terry kovel says, have gone to hell. Shop hummel giftware and collectibles replacements, ltd. Inside the circle it should say original mi hummel germany. I receive many emails from people wanting to know what i think the value of their hummel is. Top 10 rare goebel hummel figurines and their prices.
You will find it imprinted near the top rim of the porcelain figurine. The truth is, the best way and most effective way of getting an accurate appraisal is by going to a certified appraiser. First introduced in 1935, the hummel figurines were an immediate success. You can find shops like ebay wherein you can get a money back guarantee and support for your order. Hummel figurines were a result of a collaboration between ceramicist franz goebel and sister maria innocentia hummel, whose holiday cards featuring small children caught goebels eye in a munich religious art shop. Each figurine is numbered by hand and includes a special commemorative backstamp. Her popular drawings of children were sold as cards, and it caught the attention of franz.
The hummel figurine was originally know as the little book worm. Hummel figurines b hummel reference number 155979 hummel figurine 8 trademark 7size 4. See more ideas about hummel figurines, figurines and goebel figurines. There are no cracks, repairs, paint loss, discoloration, crazing. Younger generations have little interest in buying them. An example of a very scarce table lamp, volunteers hum 102, was snapped up by one collector in a washington thrift store in the 1970s. Adventure bound figurines that feature the full bee trademark shorthanded as tmk2, for instance, were created before 1959. If two figurines are nearly identical, the guide book will describe the specific details that distinguish them. A hummel figurine was the perfect present to give and as a result prices were very high.
The searchable database consists of detailed reports on a nearcomplete list of hummel figurines. There are several factors that determine the value of a hummel figurine. The guiding principle is the older, the more valuable. The goebel company continued to produce hummel figurines for many years. From your description i would have to say these are hummel reproductions. Hummel, the golden anniversary album, porcelain figurines, hummel company history, large gift book with color photographs professorbooknoodle 5 out. All authentic hummel figurines that are made in germany will have the goebel stamp on the bottom. While the value of each sculpture varies greatly, the most prized one has been valued at upward. Collectors and fans will find all the information they need to identify and determine the. Goebel carried on her artistic legacy with new hummel pieces. The value of a hummel figurine is also higher if it is in its original box.
Sister maria innocentia hummels was a gifted artist. Hummel figurine book worm is the smaller version of hummel figurine 3. Hummel figurines are a collecting category with a serious collecting flaw an undue emphasis on the date when the figurine was made. We sell online at discounted prices mi hummel figurines, hummel dolls, rare hummel figurines, as well as vintage hummels.
The artist worked personally with goebels master sculptors and painters to create the figurines. Porcelain maker franz goebel produced the first line of figurines based on the artwork of sister maria innocentia hummel in 1935. When looking for rare hummel figurines online, it is important that you buy only from trusted and reputable dealers. Hummel figurines and collectibles value chart hummel. Compare these descriptions and the photos that often accompany them to your piece. Unfollow hummel price guide to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. These vintage figurines are worth tons of cash now but. Other cute little figurines have suffered a similar fate. Without knowing the age of your hummel figurine i can only give you a range estimate. Because the name hummel means bumble bee in german, a marking of a bee was used, flying over a v, which stands for the german word for distribution company.
Theres now a thriving online market for classic precious moments figurines, today reports. One of the signs of a figurines age is the style goebel stamp on the base of the figurine. Use this chart to find out the value of your hummel. The current stamp is that of a circle with a bee on the right side. The relationship between hummel and goebel continued amicably until sister hummel s untimely death at 37 in 1946. How do you determine the value of goebel figurines. Hummels manufactured many of the same figurines year after year. Sweet surprise hum 2427 heaven and nature sing hum 2096q nutcracker sweet hum 2 lebkuchen joy hum 2438 the kindergartner hum 467 40. Home page hummel figurines salehummel figurines sale. Welcome to the iguide hummel figurine price guide iguide is proud to host the online hummel price guide.
If you are looking to find that last figurine to complete a series, check out the many hummel figurines for sale on ebay. Discover the value of your hummel figurines catawiki. Hummel price guide celebrates the joy of collecting these cherished figurines. Online bidders need to provide a credit card authorization form prior to being approved for bidding, please visit our website to obtain that form, you may also provide the. Online bidders need to provide a credit card authorization form prior to being approved for bidding, please visit our website to obtain that form, you may also provide the information via phone to 18005423877. Hummel price guide hummel figurines and collectibles. During the 1980s and 1990s hummel collecting was at its peak. When that company went bankrupt in 20, the rights to hummel figurines changed hands yet again but once more, the new manufacturers soon went out of. Find your hummels specific listing in a hummel reference or price book. Since that year, these german statues have become increasingly valuable as collectibles. Warren, whose price guide books have been the authority on collectibles values since 1985. This ebook contains a list of fair market values fmv for all types of hummel products and includes prices for all hummel figurines.
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