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Complete Your Collection with a Hummel Goebel Figurine
Porcelain maker Franz Goebel produced the first line of figurines based on the artwork of Sister Maria Innocentia Hummel in 1935. Since that year, these German statues have become increasingly valuable as collectibles. If you are looking to find that last figurine to complete a series, check out the many Hummel figurines for sale on eBay.
Hummel Antique & Collectable: Looking for Hummel figurines, based on the drawings of the nun M.I. Hummel (Berta Hummel), were made by the W. Prices on the secondary market for most of the less favorable items have fallen off in recent years but the price for a new figurine has held steady. This is a good time to research some of these for future demand later on.
Reasons to Buy Hummel Figurines on eBayHummel figurines grew in status in the United States after World War II when soldiers brought them home as gifts for loved ones. This means that many older figurines have been kept in homes of non-collectors over the years. They may have sat on a shelf or stayed in a box in a closet. eBay gives owners an opportunity to sell these unused items. Collectors can find unusual Hummels for sale, giving them access to figurines that might only have been available through an antique dealer. The Hummel Goebel figurine collection on eBay has a large selection. You can find that last Hummel figurine that will complete your set or one you never expected to find.
How do you choose the right Hummel figurine?The W. Goebel Porzellenfabrik released a new line of figurines almost every year since 1935. The production of figurines increased in the 1970s as more tourists traveled to Europe and purchased them as souvenirs. In the eBay collection of Hummel figurines, you can find statues in various states of condition as well as from a variety of years. If you are simply looking for a cute figurine as a gift for a loved one, a suitable statue will be easy to find. If you are looking for a specific figurine to complete a collection, you will want to do some research. You may be able to find the same figurine available from several locations. Small variations in condition can give you a more affordable Hummel figurine.
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The prices of the eBay Hummels cover a range of $1 to over $100. There are several factors that determine the value of a Hummel figurine. One of the most important concerns is the age of the figurine. One of the signs of a figurine’s age is the style Goebel stamp on the base of the figurine. Other factors that determine value include
- Rarity: Some figurines were released in limited editions and have a higher value.
- Condition: Figurines that have been stored in their original packing materials will have less fading and chipping raising their price.
- Subject matter: Most Hummel figurines are images of children, but some rare figurines were made in honor of the Virgin Mary and to honor special groups like the NYPD.