Description: HUM 273 "School Girl" - TMK-6 Diameter 7.685" This is the Tenth Edition of the Annual plate series that was produced between 1971 and 1995. A total of 25 plates, one each year was made. 1971 was the 100th Anniversary of W. Goebel Porzellanfabrik. The annual plate series was issued in commemoration of that occasion. At the end of the year of each release, all molds were destroyed. Like every charming "M.I. Hummel" collectible, the bas-relief plates are created completely by hand. Each plate measures 7.5" in diameter (this one is slightly larger), has the "M.I. Hummel" signature, and has a special inscription on the back affixed by blue decal. Each plate has the year, number in series, Hummel Number and trademark. This one is labeled "NOT TO BE USED FOR FOOD W. GOEBEL-PORZELLANFABRIK HAND PAINTED M.I. HUMMEL 10th ANNUAL PLATE 1980 RODENTAL, WEST GERMANY Hum 273 TMK-6 1972". The original issue price was $100 in 1980. The annual plates are all closed editions. See below for the specifications: New In Box - Hummel Plate was stored in attic with dozens of other hummels. Only opened box to inspect and provide accurate item description for this listing. (Never Displayed!) Has the Goebel Missing Bee Trademark (TMK-6) stamped in Blue on backside of plate. The year "1972" is centered underneath trademark. Stamped "NOT TO BE USED FOR FOOD W. GOEBEL-PORZELLANFABRIK HAND PAINTED M.I. HUMMEL 10th ANNUAL PLATE 1980 RODENTAL, WEST GERMANY Hum 273 TMK-6 1972" in blue on backside of plate. Oversized - Hummel plate exceeds the catalog's listed width of 7.5" by between an eighth of an inch and a quarter of an inch, measuring about 7.685" in diameter. Tenth Edition in a series of 25 Anniversary Plates produced between 1971-1995. (1980) Limited Production - Quantities produced were limited to one year of production and all molds were destroyed at the end of the year. Has original Goebel "Collectors' Items" yellow Pamphlet included. Box has harder to find Goebel HUM 273 Western Germany Label on backside. Closed Edition. (CE) Comes with above referenced Goebel Pamphlet plus original box with inner plastic plate holder and foam protector. Hummel plate is in New In Box condition! No Repairs! No Touch Ups! No Chips! It is Glossy! Never Displayed! There is crazing throughout the piece, however it is difficult to see unless you use bright light and magnification. See final picture for close up view with light and magnification. I have all of the plates for all Series. (Annual Year plates, Little Music Makers, Little Homemakers, Celebration Series, Anniversary 5 year plates and more. Many are listed, the rest soon to be listed, all separately. I also have the original wooden display stand (Kleine Musik Kinder) for the Music Makers figurines and the original wooden frame for the miniature plates. If interested in purchasing a set or a grouping of various pieces, I will apply a multiple purchase discount and ship together in one box to save on your shipping expense. Message me with your request and/or for more details. 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 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 dozens 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 many more 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: 15 USD
Location: Quakertown, Pennsylvania
End Time: 2024-12-22T21:53:07.000Z
Shipping Cost: 0 USD
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Item Specifics
All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Signed By: Master Painter
Occasion: All Occasions
Size: Large
Custom Bundle: No
Year Manufactured: 1980
Item Length: 7.685"
Additional Parts Required: No
Suitable For: Display
Care Instructions: Clean with Dampen Cloth
Number in Pack: 1
Item Height: .75"
Style: 1970s
Features: Hand Painted, Closed Edition, Production Limited to One Year, Oversized: Larger than Catalog Lists, New In Box!, Goebel Collectors' Items Pamphlet, Goebel Missing Bee Trademark (TMK-6), Rarer HUM 273 Box Label, Tenth Edition of Annual Plates
Finish: Painted
Room: Any Room
Handmade: Yes
Item Width: 7.685"
Pattern: All-Over
Character: Little Girl, Student, School Girl
Color: Multicolor
Material: Porcelain
Subject: School Girl 1980
Brand: Goebel Hummel
Type: Collector Plate
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: 1979-1980
Country/Region of Manufacture: Germany
Character Family: School Girl, Student
