Hummel released a few bells and vases over the years. The bells were released mainly as annual bells from 1978 to 1992 and a few bells to mark special events like the 1985 Anniversary and the Christmas Bell annual collection. In this article I will cover all the Hummel bells and vases and I have included prices for each one.
Let’s start with the first set to be released. The 1978 – 1992 annual bells.
Hummel Bells
Hummel Annual Bells 1978 – 1992
Each of these bells measures 6 inches and has a bas-relief image on the front. Each bell has an image of a previously released Hummel figurine. Each year one of these figurines would be released and loved by families and collectors. This set is Hummel numbers 700 – 714 and includes the following bells:
| Hummel Number | Design | Year | TMK | Price |
| 700 | Let’s Sing | 1978 | TMK – 5 | $20 – 40 |
| 701 | Farewell | 1979 | TMK – 5 | $20 – 40 |
| 702 | Thoughtful | 1980 | TMK – 6 | $20 – 40 |
| 703 | In Tune | 1981 | TMK – 6 | $20 – 40 |
| 704 | She Loves, Me | 1982 | TMK – 6 | $20 – 40 |
| 705 | Knit One, Purl One | 1983 | TMK – 6 | $20 – 40 |
| 706 | Mountaineer | 1984 | TMK – 6 | $20 – 40 |
| 707 | Girl With Sheet Music | 1985 | TMK – 6 | $20 – 40 |
| 708 | Sing Along | 1986 | TMK – 6 | $20 – 40 |
| 709 | With Loving Greetings | 1987 | TMK – 6 | $20 – 40 |
| 710 | Busy Student | 1988 | TMK – 6 | $20 – 40 |
| 711 | Latest News | 1989 | TMK – 6 | $20 – 40 |
| 712 | What’s New? | 1990 | TMK – 6 | $20 – 40 |
| 713 | Favorite Pet | 1991 | TMK – 6 | $20 – 40 |
| 714 | Whistler’s Duet | 1992 | TMK – 6 | $20 – 40 |
Hummel 730 – Just Resting
Although the Just Resting anniversary bell was announced and listed in the index of the M.I. Hummel Golden Anniversary Album, it has never been produced for release to the general public. The original intention was to release this bell as a companion piece for a plate in the anniversary plate series.
| Hummel Number | Size | TMK | Price |
| 730 | 7-1/8″ x 4″ | TMK – 6 | $900 – 1200 |
Hummel 860 – 874 – Miniature Annual Bells
Ten miniature bells were released in January of 2000 and another 5 were released in 2001. Modeled by master sculptor Helmut Fischer in 1999. Each miniature bell is a reproduction of the larger annual bell.
| Hummel Number | Design | TMK | Price |
| 860 | Let’s Sing | TMK – 8 | $25.00 |
| 861 | Farewell | TMK – 8 | $25.00 |
| 862 | Thoughtful | TMK – 8 | $25.00 |
| 863 | In Tune | TMK – 8 | $25.00 |
| 864 | She Loves, Me | TMK – 8 | $25.00 |
| 865 | Knit One, Purl One | TMK – 8 | $25.00 |
| 866 | Mountaineer | TMK – 8 | $25.00 |
| 867 | Girl With Sheet Music | TMK – 8 | $25.00 |
| 868 | Sing Along | TMK – 8 | $25.00 |
| 869 | With Loving Greetings | TMK – 8 | $25.00 |
| 870 | Busy Student | TMK – 8 | $25.00 |
| 871 | Latest News | TMK – 8 | $25.00 |
| 872 | What’s New? | TMK – 8 | $25.00 |
| 873 | Favorite Pet | TMK – 8 | $25.00 |
| 874 | Whistler’s Duet | TMK – 8 | $25.00 |
Christmas Bells
Hummel 775 – 786 Christmas Bell Series
Christmas bells were released in three 4 years series 1989 – 1992, 1993 – 1996 and 1997 – 2000. These bells all have pinecone clappers and all measure 3.25″ height. Master sculptor Helmut Fischer modeled all the bells between 1987 and 1996. All the bells have a TMK -7 except Hummels 775 – 776 which have a TMK – 6 and Hummel 786 that has a TMK – 8.
| Hummel Number | Year | Design | Price |
| 775 | 1989 | Ride Into Christmas | $25.00 |
| 776 | 1990 | Letter to Santa Claus | $25.00 |
| 777 | 1991 | Hear Ye, Hear Ye | $25.00 |
| 778 | 1992 | Harmony in Four Parts | $25.00 |
| 779 | 1993 | Celestial Musician | $25.00 |
| 780 | 1994 | Festival Harmony With Mandolin | $25.00 |
| 781 | 1995 | Festival Harmony With Flute | $25.00 |
| 782 | 1996 | Christmas Song | $25.00 |
| 783 | 1997 | Thanksgiving Prayer | $25.00 |
| 784 | 1998 | Echoes of Joy | $25.00 |
| 785 | 1999 | Joyful Noise | $25.00 |
| 786 | 2000 | Light the Way | $25.00 |
Hummel Vases
There were only two vases made by Hummel, These were released in 1997 Hummel 625 Goose Girl and 1998 Hummel 638 The Botanist. They also made 3 wall vases that could be hung on the wall. Hummels 360/A Boy, 360/B Girl and 360/C Boy and Girl.
Hummel 625 – Goose Girl
Goose Girl vase was modeled by master sculptor Helmut Fischer in 1997 in combination with the small sized (47/3/0) Goose Girl figurine. This porcelain vase features a bas-relief of the Goose Girl motif.
| Hummel Number | Size | TMK | Price |
| 625 | 4″ x 3.5″ | TMK – 7 | $50 – $75 |
Hummel 638 – The Botanist
Modeled by master sculptor Helmut Fischer ths porcelain vase has a bas-relief image of The Botanist. The vase was sold in combination with The Botanist figurine in 1998.
| Hummel Number | Size | TMK | Price |
| 638 | 4″ x 3.5″ | TMK – 7 | $50 – $75 |
Wall Vases
Hummel 360/A Boy 360/B Girl 360/C Boy and Girl
Stylized Bee trademark wall vases are considered rare. They were first produced in 1959, the work of master sculptor Gerhard Skrobek, They were discontinued around 1960. All three wall vases were then restyled and reissued in 1979 with a TMk – 5 and continued in production in TMK – 6.
| Hummel Number | Size | TMK | Price |
| 360/A | 4.5″ x 6″ | TMK – 3 | $300 – $400 |
| 360/A | 4.5″ x 6″ | TMK – 5 | $100 – $110 |
| 360/A | 4.5″ x 6″ | TMK – 6 | $75 – $90 |
| 360/B | 4.5″ x 6″ | TMK – 3 | $300 – $400 |
| 360/B | 4.5″ x 6″ | TMK – 5 | $100 – $110 |
| 360/B | 4.5″ x 6″ | TMK – 6 | $75 – $90 |
| 360/C | 4.5″ x 6″ | TMK – 3 | $300 – $400 |
| 360/C | 4.5″ x 6″ | TMK – 5 | $100 – $110 |
| 360/C | 4.5″ x 6″ | TMK – 6 | $75 – $90 |
Conclusion
These are just a few of the many different items Hummel made their figurines into. These Hummel bells and vases are a great edition to any collection. The rosy cheek figurines warm all our hearts and these unique Hummels items are fun to collect and display to bring that nostalgic feel of Grandma’s house back into our lives.
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