A few months ago we covered the famous Hummel figurines. In this article I have listed the top 10 rare Goebel Hummel figurines and their current values.
1) Hum 1 – Puppy Love
Early Sample before TMK was used – 1935
Artist – Master Sculptor Arthur Moeller
Early models were made with out a tie and the head was tilted at a different angel.
Estimated Price
- Original Number FF 15, Price: $5000 – $10000 USD
- II/1 With Attached Pot, Price: $5000 – $10000 USD
- T-1 Terra Cotta Material, Price: $7500 USD
2) Hum 2 – Little Fiddler
Early Sample before TMK was used – 1935
Artist – Master Sculptor Arthur Moeller
Similar to “Puppy Love” with the notable difference of the absence of the puppy leaving the Lone Violinist who’s hat is always brown with an orange band.
Estimated Price
- Original Number FF 16, Price: $7500 USD
3) Hum 3 – Book Worm
Early Sample before TMK was used – 1935
Artist – Master Sculptor Arthur Moeller
Originally named “Little Book Worm” the first sample had no color on the pages of the book.
Estimated Price
- Original Number FF17, Price: $7500 USD
4) Hum 7/X – Merry Wanderer
TMK 5-8, 1972-2000
Original Artist – Master Sculptor Arthur Moeller in 1935
Restyled by – Master Sculptor Gerhard Skrobek in 1972
All sizes from all time periods usually have the 5 button vest under an open jacket. In 1972 Master Sculptor Gerhard Skrobek restyled Master Sculptor Arthur Moeller’s original design with a new textured finish and again in 1972.
Estimated Prices
- Hum Number: 7/X, Size: 32.00″ TMK 5 & 6, Price: $20000 – $25000 USD
- Hum Number: 7/X, Size: 32.00″ to 33.00″ TMK 7 & 8, Price: $20000 – $25000 USD
5) Hum 17/2 – Congratulations
TMK 1-3, 1935-1963
Original Artist – Master Sculptor Reinhold Unger in 1935
Restyled by – Master Sculptor Gerhard Skrobek in 1971
Originally called I Congratulate, the older models do not have socks. In 1971, Master Sculptor Gerhard Skrobek restyled the models to have new hair, socks and a new textured finish.
Estimated Prices
- Hum Number: 17/2, Size: 7.75″ to 8.25″ TMK 1, Price: $4000 USD
- Hum Number: 17/2, Size: 7.75″ to 8.25″ TMK 2, Price: $3250 USD
- Hum Number: 17/2, Size: 7.75″ to 8.25″ TMK 3, Price: $2750 USD
6) Hum 32 – Little Gabriel
TMK 1 & 2, 1935-1950
Artist – Master Sculptor Reinhold Unger
Referred to as Joyous News in some older catalogues. Newer models do not have size designators as these models are now produced in one size only.
Estimated Prices
- Hum Number: 32/I, Size: 5.75″ to 6.00″ TMK 1, Price: $1250 USD
- Hum Number: 32, Size: 5.75″ to 6.00″ TMK 1, Price: $1250 USD
- Hum Number: 32/I, Size: 5.75″ to 6.00″ TMK 2, Price: $1000 USD
- Hum Number: 32, Size: 5.75″ to 6.00″ TMK 2, Price: $1000 USD
7) Hum 42/I – Good Shepherd
TMK 1-3, 1935-1963
Artist – Master Sculptor Reinhold Unger
Normally produced with a rusty red colored gown, the factory sample found in the smaller size 5.75″ to 6.25″ has a light blue gown. The larger 42/I sized 7.25″+ are consider rare and are no longer being produced.
Estimated Prices
- Hum Number: 42/I, Size: 7.25 to 7.75″ TMK 1, Price: $4000 USD
- Hum Number: 42/I, Size: 7.25 to 8.00″ TMK 2, Price: $3500 USD
- Hum Number: 42/I, Size: 7.25 to 8.00″ TMK 3, Price: $3000 USD
8) Hum 47/III – Goose Girl
TMK 8, 2000
Artist – Master Sculptor Arthur Moeller
Sometimes referred to as Little Gooseherd in older catalogues. There are many size variations between the older and newer models, with the blades of grass that’s found between the geese reducing in size or being completely eliminated in the newer models.
Estimated Price
- Hum Number: 47/III, Size: 12.50″ TMK 8, Price: $2000 USD
9) Hum 84/V – Worship
TMK 1-8, 1935-2000
Artist – Master Sculpture Reinhold Unger
When first released it was listed as At The Wayside and then Devotion in older catalogues. There is a limited white overglaze that was released in Belgium that may be considered rare.
Estimated Prices
- Hum Number: 84/V, Size: 12.50″ to 13.25″ TMK 1, Price: $1500 USD
- Hum Number: 84/V, Size: 12.50″ to 13.25″ TMK 2, Price: $1000 USD
- Hum Number: 84/V, Size: 12.50″ to 13.25″ TMK 3, Price: $838 USD
- Hum Number: 84/V, Size: 12.50″ to 13.25″ TMK 4, Price: $825 USD
- Hum Number: 84/V, Size: 12.50″ to 13.25″ TMK 5, Price: $813 USD
- Hum Number: 84/V, Size: 12.50″ to 13.25″ TMK 6, Price: $800 USD
- Hum Number: 84/V, Size: 12.50″ to 13.25″ TMK 7, Price: $788 USD
- Hum Number: 84/V, Size: 12.50″ to 13.25″ TMK 8, Price: $775 USD
10) Hum 89 – Little Cellist
TMK 89, 1935
Artist – Arthur Moeller
In older catalogues this model can sometimes be listed as Musician. Older models have their eyes open, with the head looking straight ahead and a rectangular, square corned base. Newer models have the eyes closed and looking down, the rectangular base has the corners rounded off.
Estimated Price
- Hum Number: 89, Size: 7.50″ TMK 1, Price: $800 USD
I do have that one Puppy love, I think it’s the same one that you have pictured. I do have others I am trying to sell them. If you want i could give you the #.
I have the fiddler and the good shepherd
Willing to sell if the price is right
I am just curious because I have the large good Shepherd TMK 2 Does this mean somebody will buy it for a few thousand dollars because I couldn’t find any in as good of shape with the same trademark on eBay
just need to know if there are any buyers out there,have collectable hummels need to sell
I have a Hum 1 Puppy Love figurine. I also have a Happiness 86 and a Busy Student. It says that the Puppy Love is a rare one. How do I get it valued? I live near Sarasota FL.
Hi – I have a Goebel 1980 Jumbo Elephant Hummel, by Frobek. Are you familiar with the piece and do you know its value?
Thank you.
I am interested in selling my collections of Hummels
@Andy, I would first recommend getting it appraised most auction houses can do an auction appraisal. Selling Hummel at auction or on a site that caters to Hummels would be your best bet at this time. However note their value has fallen over the years especially when eBay started to get popular in the early 2000’s, this had a huge effect on collectible prices and in most cases it was not a positive effect.