Hummel figurines continue to be produced in the original factory in Rödental, Germany, where they have been made since 1935. They are still created with the strict oversight of the Convent of Siessen, where Sister M.I. Hummel lived and worked. In September 2017 this company also declared bankruptcy.
Are Hummels still valuable?
While most Hummels go for $50, some of them are worth a few hundred dollars, and rare Hummels can sell for up to 5-figures during auctions. If you have a Hummel figurine, but youre not sure what its worth, stick around. It might be a hidden gem.
How many Hummels are there?
A genuine Hummel is made of porcelain with distinctive markings, most of which have a V or a Bee on it. There are a total of eight different Hummel marks that have been done since the company first began marking them. There were thousands of reproductions made and most are worth even less than an authentic Hummel.
Does anyone buy Hummels?
Are there local buyers for your Hummels or Lladros? Yes - but they will be resellers. They will want to buy your pieces for bottom-dollar so that they can resell in their antique booth or online shop.
Are old Hummels more valuable?
Generally speaking, older Hummel figurines are more rare, and they tend to have higher values than recently produced figures. However, when taking all of the valuation criteria into account, a new Hummel might be worth more than one of the early models.
How can you tell how old a Hummel is?
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How can you tell a real Hummel?
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How can you tell if a figurine is a Hummel?
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How can you tell a fake Hummel?
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What do the numbers on the bottom of a Hummel mean?
The identifying marks on the UNDERSIDE of Hummels tell the Hummel Model Number (HUM), the size indicator (Arabic and Roman Numerals), the year of release (usually the year after the production year), and sometimes the paint and/or painters code numbers (incised Arabic numbers or script initials).
Why are Hummel figurines so cheap?
The supply of Hummels just keeps growing as the generations that collected Hummels pass away, leaving behind thousands of their diminishing-value dust-collectors. Unlike the other collectibles mentioned above, Lladro figurines can start from a lofty price point.
How do you date a Hummel?
A Hummel figurine can be dated by the marking or trademark on the underside of its base. This mark is also referred to as the backstamp, stamp, or figure. This is very important as Hummel values are determined by age as well as scarcity.
How can you tell how old a Hummel figurine is?
A Hummel figurine can be dated by the marking or trademark on the underside of its base. This mark is also referred to as the backstamp, stamp, or figure. This is very important as Hummel values are determined by age as well as scarcity.
Are Hummels in demand?
The “Adventure Bound” Hummel is one of the most in-demand multiple figure groups.