Description: M.I. Hummel 81 2/0 - "School Girl" - TMK-7 - 4.5" Tall - Master Painter Signed with Year "96" - Special "International Collectible Exposition" Stamp, Special "125" Anniversary Stamp with Wreath, Special Stamp on Backpack - New Open Box with Certificate of Authenticity Card, Hummel Club Pamphlet, Goebel Survey Card and QC Paper - Closed Edition HUM 81 2/0 - "School Girl" - International Collectible Exposition - TMK-7 - 4.5" Tall This hummel was originally modeled by master sculptor Arthur Meller in 1937. There were many size, basket and color variations throughout the years. This size, 81 2/0, has the basket filled while all others have the basket empty. The old names of this hummel were "Primer Girl" and "Little Scholar." This motif was used on the 1980 Annual Plate, Hummel Number 273. This piece was only available for purchase at the 1996 International Collectible Expedition held in Chicago, IL.The special "125" backstamp represents the 125th anniversary of the company, 1871-1996. This is a closed edition. See below for the specifications: New Open Box - Hummel was stored in attic with dozens of other hummels. Only opened box to inspect and provide accurate item description for this listing. Has Newer Goebel "" Crown Marking (TMK-7) stamped in Blue on underside of base. Special stamp "125", with wreath underneath, in blue on underside of base. (Signifies the 125th anniversary, 1871-1996.) Special stamp "International Collectible Exposition" in Blue on front side of the base. (Signifies the Exposition event.) Special stamp on the girl's backpack depicting an adult and child holding hands with a half circular outline above them with stars inside of the outline. (See pictures) Incised Hummel Number "81 2/0" and Factory Control Number "67" on underside of base. Incised "M.I. Hummel" on rear top side of base. Hummel is at the mid-range height of the catalog's range of 4.25"-4.75", standing at 4.5" high. Figurine has factory applied "Erster Schulgang, Madchen School Girl" name sticker on rear side of base. Master Painter Hand-signed signature, "Sch" and year, "96", in black on underside of base. Comes with Green QC Paper, Hummel Club Pamphlet, Goebel Survey Card and Certificate of Authenticity card, along with original box with foam inserts. Closed Edition. Hummel is in New Open Box condition! No Repairs! No Chips! No Touch Ups! No Crazing! Buyer to pay actual shipping expense determined by eBay. I Never profit from shipping. Green/Eco-friendly Shipping : I recycle boxes, reusing ones I receive to ship out sold items. When necessary, I buy recycled cardboard only. Local Buyers: Save $$$! Pick up is available at Police Station in zip code 18951 in lieu of shipping. I do combine shipping and provide discounted pricing (Typically 5%- 10%) when purchasing multiple items, just request invoice prior to payment. Message me for more details/options. Feel free to contact me to inquire about other hummels you are looking for, as I have hundreds yet to list. Repeat buyers receive a discount! Item will ship within 24 hours of payment unless pick up is requested. All efforts were made to accurately describe this item. Since everyone has their own interpretation of condition and assessment of details, Please refer to pictures for exact condition and details of hummel. Additional pictures are available upon request. I have roughly 500 Hummels/Goebel collectables to be listed on eBay. They all come from my mother's estate. My mother was the President of the Philadelphia Chapter of the Hummel Club during the 1980s through the 2000s and collected Hummel figurines for approximately 50 years. Many early, rare variations, club exclusives, special editions and other very unique hummels to come. Please save me as a favorite seller to keep apprised of new listings. Please feel free to contact me with any questions, concerns and/or comments. I welcome all feedback. eBay Member Since 2001. 100% Positive Feedback. 5 Star Seller.
Price: 31.75 USD
Location: Quakertown, Pennsylvania
End Time: 2024-11-06T21:07:29.000Z
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Item Specifics
All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Artist: Arthur Möeller - Master Sculptor
Signed By: Master Painter - See Pictures
Occasion: International Collectible Exposition
Size: Large
Custom Bundle: No
Year Manufactured: 1996
Item Length: 2 in
Additional Parts Required: No
Suitable For: Display
Department: Girls
Care Instructions: Clean with Dampen Cloth
Number in Pack: 1
Item Height: 4.5"
Style: 1990s
Features: Closed Edition, Goebel Crown Trademark (TMK-7), Master Painter Signed, Certificate of Authenticity Card, New Open Box, Special "125" Stamp on Base, International Collectible Exposition Stamp, Green QC Paper, Special Expo Decal on Backpack, Goebel Survey Card, Hummel Club Pamphlet
Finish: Painted
Room: Any Room
Handmade: Yes
Pattern: All-Over
Character: School Girl, Student, Little Girl
Signed: Yes
Color: Multicolor
Material: Porcelain
Subject: School Girl
Brand: Goebel Hummel
Type: Figurine
Era: Late 20th Century (1970-1999)
Customized: No
Packaging: Box
Collection: Hummel
Theme: Little Girl Standing, Holding Basket & Backpack
Original/Reproduction: Original
Time Period Manufactured: 1996
Country/Region of Manufacture: Germany
Character Family: School Girl, Student, Little Girl
