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The Berta Hummel Collections



December 10, 2019 1 Comment

When you hear the name Hummel, you might instantly think of the Hummel Figurines produced by Goebel. Or you might be thinking of the late, world-renowned artist, Sister Maria Innocentia Hummel, who was known for her iconic drawings of children that perfectly encapsulated their innocence and wonder. … [Read more...]

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Hummel Mother’s Day Plates



December 4, 2019 1 Comment

The Hummel name carries a lot of weight in the antiquing and collectors world when it comes to high-quality pieces. This is why you'll often find many products being mislabeled as being an authentic Hummel collectible. Regrettably, this also applies to the "Hummel Mother's Day Plate Series". Did Goebel Ever Release a Hummel Mother's Day Plate? All Hummel collectibles that have been released, were produced by the Goebel company, who used the artwork of Sister Maria Innocentia Hummel as … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Hummel Tagged With: Collectibles, fakes, forgeries, Gerhard Bochmann, Goebel, Hummel plates, Manufacturing, markings, Schmid

Hummel Annual Christmas Plates



November 13, 2019 Leave a Comment

As one of the eight plate series released by Hummel over the years, the Annual Christmas Plate series was the shortest-lived. Hummel released its first annual Christmas plate back in 1995, with its last official Christmas plate being released in 2000. Modeled by master sculptor Helmut Fischer, what made these plates unique from many of Hummel's other plate designs, was the way in which they used raised reliefs instead of flat featured images. This gave the angel figure on the plate, a more … [Read more...]

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Hummel Plates



August 28, 2019 1 Comment

When it comes to Hummel plates, one of the most well known series for collectors, are the annual plates that were first released between 1971 and 1995, and then again between 2000 and 2004. Unbeknownst to some collectors, there are actually several plate series to collect. … [Read more...]

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What’s The Difference Between Hummel and Goebel?



June 7, 2019 4 Comments

I get many questions about Goebel and Hummel Figurines. One that has been asked most frequently is “What’s the difference between a Hummel figurine and a Goebel figurine?” In this article I will go over what and if there is a difference between the two figurines. Defining Goebel and Hummel Goebel: A pottery company that first began during 1871. The Goebel company was originally well-known for their porcelain works of art. Prior to the introduction of Goebel's M.I. Hummel line, the … [Read more...]

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Ways to Find the Value of Hummel Figurines and Plates?



April 17, 2019 Leave a Comment

Pat Pruitt asked I have a collection of Hummels and plates that my Mother brought over from Germany when she came to the states in 1955. What would be the best way for me to find out their value? There are a few options you have for finding out the prices of Hummels and most antiques and collectibles in general. For the Hummel items, you can check out our free Hummels Figurines and Collectible Value Guide, it covers some of the more commonly requested pieces values. If what you have does not … [Read more...]

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Wayside Harmony (Hum #111)



March 6, 2019 2 Comments

Mark Fisk asked I have a Hummel 111 Wayside Harmony that resembles TMK6 but has an added copyright symbol to the right of the G. is this a real mark? Over the years many of their trademarks have been altered, either by choice, or out of necessity. The TMK6 was first used in 1979, which was when they first removed the classic Bee sitting in the V from their logo. While traditionally speaking, the © would appear to the left-hand side of the trademark. The TMK6 did have several variations made … [Read more...]

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Accordion Boy (Hum #185) and Little Drummer Boy (Hum #240)



March 6, 2019 Leave a Comment

Jayne Asked: I have Hummel number 185 Accordion boy and Hummel number 240 Little Drummer Boy that I cannot find on the price guide. I have identified the year of manufacturer and the fact that they were all stamp signed. How do I find their fair market value? The free guide we provide here, is not a complete guide. It mainly shows the suggested market value for the more commonly requested Hummels. The more complete guide can be found in our Complete Hummel Value Guide - eBook. As per … [Read more...]

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The Hummel Goose Girl – Hum Number 47



March 6, 2019 Leave a Comment

Phil asked I have a 12.5 inch Hummel goose girl figure and can’t find any information on it please help The Hummel Goose Girl was first modeled by master sculptor Arthur Moeller in 1936. Since then this figurine has been released in various sizes, from the small 4", to the larger 12.5" that you yourself have. The 12.5" Goose Girl Hum Number 47/III, was first released in 2004. Of the various sizes, the 12.5 is the most expensive one of the lot. Depending on condition, the estimated fair … [Read more...]

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The Hummel Manufacturing Process



December 7, 2018 Leave a Comment

M.I. Hummel figurines have been handcrafted in the same Rödental factory since 1935. The process they use, not only provides us with the gorgeous figurines that we see today. It is also the reason for why they are able to provide the high standards of quality and craftsmanship, that they have come to be known for. The Hummel manufacturing process - or Hummel Manufaktur as it is known in Germany - has not changed much over the decades. The same techniques and methods that were first used back … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Hummel Tagged With: by Korin Iverson, Collectible Figurines, Collectibles, Collecting, Goebel, Hummel, Hummel Age, Hummel Figurine, Hummel Manufaktur, Manufacturing

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