Description: HUM 255 4/0 "A Stitch In Time" - TMK-6 Height 3.375" Tall The full size figurine was first released in the U.S. market in 1964. Originally modeled by a combination of master sculptors in 1962. In 1990, a new miniature size figurine was issued with a suggested retail price of $65 to match a new miniature plate series called the "Little Homemakers" - one each year for four years. This is the third in the series. It has an incised 1987 copyright date along with the TMK-6 trademark, the earliest version. This figurine is similar to Hummel Number 256 "Knitting Lesson" and Hummel Number 177 "School Girls". The hummels produced for sale initially have this TMK-6 backstamp, however with production being limited to just one year before switching over to the TMK-7 trademark, there are fewer found with this TMK-6 trademark. Production of this figurine continued until December 31st 1997, when this miniature size was Temporalily Withdrawn (TW) from production by Goebel. The original size was renumbered 255/1 and the old number 255 is now classified as a closed edition (CE) due to the 255 4/0 issuance. The large size was Withdrawn from production in January 1999. This is a closed edition (CE). 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. (Never Displayed!) Has Goebel Missing Bee Trademark (TMK-6) stamped in Blue on underside of base. This is the earliest version released, first available trademark for the miniature size. Total numbers of TMK-6 were limited due to only one year of production. Incised Hummel Number "255 4/0", Factory Control Number "19" and Copyright Date "1987" on underside of base. Incised "M.I. Hummel" on rear side of base. Oversized - Hummel exceeds the catalog's listed height of 3" by Three Eighths of an inch, standing at about 3.375" tall. Master Painter Hand-signed signature with year (89) in black on underside of base, located to the right of TMK-6 stamp. Name Card Display - Hummel has original foldable Name Card Display in both English and German. (Still Unfolded!) This figurine is the third in the "Little Homemakers" series, released in 1990. Comes with Name Card Display and original box with foam inserts. This size was Temporalily Withdrawn (TW) from production by Goebel on December 31st 1997. Closed Edition. (CE) Hummel is in New Open Box condition! No Repairs! No Chips! No Touch Ups! No Crazing! (Never Displayed!) I have the other hummels in this series, some listed separately and others to follow. If interested in purchasing as a set, I will apply a discount and ship together. Message me with your offer and/or for more details about a grouping of pieces. 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/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: 31 USD
Location: Quakertown, Pennsylvania
End Time: 2024-10-04T18:04:46.000Z
Shipping Cost: 0 USD
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Item Specifics
All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Artist: Combination of Sculptors
Signed By: Master Painter with Year (89)
Occasion: All Occasions
Size: Large
Custom Bundle: No
Year Manufactured: 1989
Item Length: 1.625"
Additional Parts Required: No
Suitable For: Display
Care Instructions: Clean with Dampen Cloth
Number in Pack: 1
Item Height: 3.375"
Style: 1980s
Features: Closed Edition, New Open Box, Earliest Version, Goebel Missing Bee Trademark (TMK-6), Hummel Name Card Display, "Little Homemakers" Series, Temporarily Withdrawn (TW) from Production by Goebel, Oversized (Larger Than Catalog Lists), Master Painter Signed with Year (89)
Finish: Painted
Room: Any Room
Handmade: Yes
Item Width: 1.5"
Pattern: All-Over
Character: Little Girl, Homemaker, Knitter
Signed: Yes
Color: Multicolor
Material: Porcelain
Subject: A Stitch In Time
Brand: Goebel Hummel
Type: Figurine
Era: Late 20th Century (1970-1999)
Customized: No
Packaging: Box
Collection: Hummel
Theme: Little Girl Standing, Knitting
Original/Reproduction: Original
Time Period Manufactured: Manufactured 1989/Released 1990
Country/Region of Manufacture: Germany
Character Family: Little Girl, Knitter, Homemaker
