The Hummel figurines were first created during a time of great hardship in Germany, and they provided a sense of hope and nostalgia for a simpler time. An early Hummel design from 1935, the Merry Wanderer (#7) depicts a little boy with an umbrella and suitcase marching into the great unknown with a resolute determination that contrasts with his baby face in a delightful way. 1.1 Hummel 44/A Culprits (Boy) and 44/B Out of Danger (Girl) 1.2 Hummel 101 To Market. This porcelain figurine depicts a young traveller walking with a spring in his step (merrily walking) with a red umbrella and luggage bag. Heavenly Angel How to Determine the Edition of Hummel Plates The First Hummel Plate The Annual Plates Hum No: 264 -279; Hum No: 283 - 291 (U.S.A.) Check out our most expensive hummel figures selection for the very best in unique or custom, handmade pieces from our figurines & knick knacks shops. The regular figurines are 5.75 inches to 6.25 inches, whereas the large figurine is a full 7.25 inches. Others can be worth thousands. Hummel figurines have specific proportions according to Sister Maria Innocentias instructions, so if a model looks different from the rest, its a fake. Collecting Hummel figurines can be a fun and nostalgic hobby, but its essential to keep in mind that the market for these collectibles has experienced downward fluctuations in recent years, particularly for lower-end pieces. So next time you're spring cleaning, don't just throw everything away. Generally, For Fathers are worth about $50-$100, but on rare occasions you can find an original piece selling in the mid-hundreds. It comes with the original box, which shows signs of age-appropriate wear. The first Little Fiddler figurine was created in 1935, and a limited edition of only 50 pieces was produced again in 1985. My sister bought these in Munich during the 72 Winter Olympics. She looks keenly at a painted book with a duck and a flower. Hummel Apple Tree Girl - Etsy Collecting things is one of the world's oldest hobbies. 10 Collectibles NOT Worth Collecting Anymore - Kovels
