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 Möeller 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!

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• 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.

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