Now, for the first time in full color, the latest edition of the most widely respected price guide to M.I.Hummel collectibles includes thousands of listings and a larger number of photos than ever before. Compiled by internationally known expert Robert L. Miller, the 10th edition of this classic provides the most up-to-date secondary market prices. Universally recognized as the most complete compilation of M.I. Hummel values, this book provides a numerical listing of all M.I.Hummel designs issued by W. Goebel, a history and explanation of back stamps and other marks, a profile of Sister Maria Innocentia Hummel and biographies of the sculptors who bring her illustrations to three-dimensional life. Sharply detailed, full-color photos of every piece make this newest edition the most valuable guide ever.
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13 of 14 people found the following review helpful
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Book is well done with high quality full color pictures of each piece. Recommend this book to others as a go-to Hummel reference guide.
Unfortunately, prices have collapsed. Hummel pieces are selling on EBay for less than half of the values shown in the book. The book can tell you which piece is worth more than another - but the values shown are 3 or 4 times what you can buy the item for on EBay.
Hummels make for a beautiful collection - but do not appear to be a great investment.
Unfortunately, prices have collapsed. Hummel pieces are selling on EBay for less than half of the values shown in the book. The book can tell you which piece is worth more than another - but the values shown are 3 or 4 times what you can buy the item for on EBay.
Hummels make for a beautiful collection - but do not appear to be a great investment.
19 of 22 people found the following review helpful
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Overall, the ratings and illustrations are thorough and presented very clearly. The only reason I didn't give the price guide 5 stars, is Robert Miller's view on original boxes.
He believes that boxes have no collector value, yet in every other collector market (e.g., toy trains, Avon, Hallmark, Star Wars charecter, etc.) the original boxes sometimes exceed the value of the object, and in virtually every case, the original box substantially increases the value of an item to a collector.
This value of original boxes for Lionel, Marx and other toy train boxes is so great that the boxes are counterfitted.
Mr Miller does a fine job, otherwise. I believe his view that boxes have no value is just a concept that he can't grasp because he's out of touch with collectors. His thinking is based on personal optinion, and has no basis based on real life collectors.
Russ S.
He believes that boxes have no collector value, yet in every other collector market (e.g., toy trains, Avon, Hallmark, Star Wars charecter, etc.) the original boxes sometimes exceed the value of the object, and in virtually every case, the original box substantially increases the value of an item to a collector.
This value of original boxes for Lionel, Marx and other toy train boxes is so great that the boxes are counterfitted.
Mr Miller does a fine job, otherwise. I believe his view that boxes have no value is just a concept that he can't grasp because he's out of touch with collectors. His thinking is based on personal optinion, and has no basis based on real life collectors.
Russ S.
13 of 16 people found the following review helpful
I collect Hummel figurines and find this to be one of the best authoritative guides.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Complete book
I found most of my very original Hummels in the book giving me a good idea what might be worth. Easy to read and use as a guide
Published 8 months ago by Beverly A. Lynn
No longer the best
Clearly this book is no longer the leading guide to M.I. Hummel figurines. That distinction now belongs to The Official M.I. Hummel Price Guide. Read more
Published 15 months ago by An Indy Fan
Perfect book for hummel idendification and collection!
I recently started a hummel collection. This book is a MUST have. Hummel collecting can be complicated and making sure that you are getting a good value is almost impossible... Read more
Published on February 16, 2010 by Andrea L. Benson
VERY Informative Book - Horrible Binding Process
The book, as a resource guide, contains a wealth of information; it is a very useful, very informative reference guide. The binding, however, stinks. Read more
Published on January 22, 2010 by Pleased Repeat Customer
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this book was very nice and the added touch of color pictures was a pleasant surprise.
Published on December 26, 2009 by Donna Falls
Hummel Guide
This book made it extremely easy to reference, cross-reference and catalog my collection of Hummels. Read more
Published on September 19, 2009 by Jackie L. Quarto
M.J. Hummel Price Guide 10th Edition
We have remained collectors of Hummel Figurines since 1971. Currently we have some 93 Hummel Figurines and 1971 thru 1982 Hummel Anniversary Plates. Read more
Published on September 17, 2009 by Charles E. Brock
Great Book!
Best guide for Hummels we have ever used. Great details and color pictures. It was shipped and received quickly.
Published on July 5, 2009 by paulz
Easy and Complete
Once I realized that the number on the index was the "Hummel number" and not "page number", I easily accessed all the information needed to accurately identify my Hummels. Read more
Published on June 1, 2008 by Sherman
Great way to buy!
Less expensive than buying at the store and the added convenience of coming to my home. Thank you. The book arrived in excellent condition.
Published on October 27, 2007 by Josephine A. Allen
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