Hummels are some of the most sought after lines of collectible figurines in the world. Every piece in the Hummel collection is highly valued by collectors, with some rare designs topping thousands of dollars. An internet search turns up well over 100,000 results for Hummels for sale, which can leave collectors a bit wary. How can you find the best Hummel figurines for sale? Which of these sites can be trusted?

New Hummel Figurines
For new Hummel figurines – those that are still being produced by the factory – turn to the official source, https://www.shophummel.com/. When you purchase directly from M.I. Hummel, you can be assured that the Hummel figurines you receive are authentic and are in new condition, in the original box, with no chips or cracks.

If you'd rather see the figurine in-person before purchasing, visit the M.I. Hummel site and click the 'retail locator' tab. This enables you to find your nearest Hummel retailers in the United States or Canada. These retailers carry the line of currently-available Hummel figurines.

Buying Retired Hummel Figurines Online
If you're looking for a retired Hummel figurine – one that's no longer being made by the factory – you might be in for a challenge, depending on the rarity of the piece. The same is true if you're looking for one marked with one of Goebel's trademark stamps that is no longer in use. In either of these cases, you'll need to look on the secondary market to purchase the Hummel you're after.

There are many websites that sell Hummels from their own inventory. In general, these sites purchase figurines from collectors, and then list them for sale on their own website. They often have a smaller inventory than that of an official Hummel dealer, but they also have access to pieces no longer being made in the factory. These sites often base their prices strictly on the 'book values,' or the prices that appear in Hummel value guides. These may not accurately reflect the market value of the figurine, but you might never know that if you stick to buying Hummel figurines on these sites.

For the best selection and prices, visit the online auction site eBay. There you'll find multiple sellers, all in one place, offering the lowest prices and the widest selection. Ebay has thousands of Hummel figurines listed at any given moment, more than any single dealer could possibly offer. If you're looking for a specific Hummel figurine, the search box will help you narrow it down. Over the past decade, eBay has evolved into the largest collector's market on the web. You'll find professional dealers as well as former Hummel collectors looking to pass on their figurines for someone else to enjoy. Unlike many other websites selling Hummel figurines, eBay strives to make your buying experience safe, secure, and easy. Ebay's Buyer Protection program guarantees that your Hummel figurine will arrive just as expected.

If you opt to buy Hummel figurines online, always look closely at the descriptions and the pictures to determine the condition of the Hummel and other details of importance to you. If you have questions or would like more pictures, don't be afraid to ask.

Where to Buy Hummel Figurines in Person
Those who want to buy Hummel figurines in person have many options available to them. Many Hummel collectors enjoy scouring thrift shops and antique stores to find new pieces for their collection. Others visit antique shows or Hummel collections, where they're more likely to find collectors and dealers who specialize in Hummel figurines. Among the most popular places to buy Hummel figurines are the meetings of a Hummel collector's club. There are hundreds such clubs around the world; there, members discuss the latest figurines and buy and sell amongst each other.