Description: HUM 118 "Little Thrifty, Bank"-TMK-7 Height 5.125" Tall This hummel is actually a functional bank. It was made with a real metal lock that opens with a metal key on the underside of the base. It was originally modeled in 1939 by Master Sculptor Arthur Meller. There are some variations with the position of the girl's left hand, color of the coin (Gold or Silver) in her right hand and height of the base over the years. It was restyled in 1963 by master sculptor Rudolf Wittman, who shortened the base height and moved the position of the left hand further back. The object into which "Little Thrifty" is putting her coin is a medieval form of a poor box, something which can still be found in old European churches. To my knowledge, this figurine was not produced with the TMK-4 trademark. "Little Thrifty" sold for $6.00 on old 1955 price list. This example came with an authentic 1981 German Pfenning coin in the box from Goebel! Most hummels found now are missing the coin. It also has the Master Painter's full name signature and 1991 date. Additionally, during this TMK-7 trademark era, some boxes were accidentally labeled Hum 418/0, such as this one! This mistake was quickly corrected by Goebel. This is a closed edition. (CE) See below for the specifications: Has the Goebel "" Crown Trademark (TMK-7) stamped in Blue on underside of base. Incised Hummel Number "118" and Factory Control Number "82" on underside of base. Incised "M.I. Hummel" on side of base. Functional Coin Bank - There is an opening at the top of the poor box that you can place coins for saving inside. When ready to cash in your savings, you can unlock the metal lock on the underside of the base with the original key. Goebel even provided the first coin for your savings, an original 1981 German Pfenning! Hand-signed full name by Master Painter with year 1991 in black on underside of base. Hummel stands at 5.125" tall, which falls within the height range of 5"-5.5" listed in the catalogs. Retains Original "Spar-Hummelchen Little Thrifty" Sticker on side of base. Original box has the ERROR "418/0" on label instead of the correct "118" hummel number. Closed Edition.(CE) Hummel comes with original key on string, original German Pfenning, Yellow Quality Control Paper and original Label ERROR box with foam inserts. Hummel is in New Open Box condition! (Never Used or Displayed!) No Repairs! No Chips! No Touch Ups! No Crazing! Hummel was stored in attic with dozens of other new hummels in boxes. 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/details of hummel and included material. 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: 60 USD
Location: Quakertown, Pennsylvania
End Time: 2024-09-17T18:26:04.000Z
Shipping Cost: 0 USD
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Item Specifics
All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Artist: Arthur Möeller & Rudolf Wittman - Master Sculptors
Signed By: Master Painter with Year (1991)
Occasion: All Occasions
Size: Large
Custom Bundle: No
Year Manufactured: 1991
Item Length: 3.125"
Additional Parts Required: No
Suitable For: Display
Care Instructions: Clean with Dampen Cloth
Number in Pack: 1
Item Height: 5.125"
Style: 1990s
Features: Closed Edition, Goebel Crown Trademark (TMK-7), New Open Box, Yellow Quality Control Paper, Master Painter Signed with Year (1991), Functional Coin Bank, Functional Metal Lock, Original Metal Key with String, Original German Pfennig Coin, Box Label ERROR (Wrong Hummel #)
Finish: Painted
Room: Any Room
Handmade: Yes
Item Width: 2.25"
Pattern: All-Over
Character: Little Girl, Coin Saver
Signed: Yes
Color: Multicolor
Material: Porcelain
Subject: Little Thrifty, Bank
Brand: Goebel Hummel
Type: Figurine
Era: Late 20th Century (1970-1999)
Packaging: Box
Collection: Hummel
Theme: Little Girl Placing Coin into Box
Original/Reproduction: Original
Time Period Manufactured: 1991
Country/Region of Manufacture: Germany
Character Family: Little Girl, Coin Saver
