Figurine detail
HUM 142/I: Apple Tree Boy
A collector-recognized tree mold that benefits from exact size identification.
moderate tree figurines Large 142/I examples differ from downsized 142/4/0 pieces.
Identification notes
- Base range
- $70 - $260
- Known aliases
- Boy in apple tree, Apple Tree Boy large
- Search terms
- Hummel 142/I Apple Tree Boy; Apple Tree Boy Hummel
- Confirm HUM 142/I and measure height.
- Compare pair prices carefully if Apple Tree Girl is also present.
TMK context
TMK-2 Full bee 1950-1959
Full bee pieces are widely researched and can outperform later marks for the same mold.
TMK-3 Stylized bee 1957-1964
A transitional early mark with stronger demand than most 1970s and later examples.
TMK-4 Three-line mark 1964-1972
Usually a modest adjustment unless paired with a scarce mold or large size.
TMK-5+ Last bee or newer Goebel/Hummel mark 1972-2009+
Later production is common; price against completed sold comps rather than older guide-book highs.
Condition examples
Mint, no visible wear
$125 - $463
No chips, crazing, repairs, stains, or paint loss visible under bright light.
Good estate-sale condition
$89 - $330
Minor crazing, dust, or small finish rubs, but no obvious damage.
Damaged or missing pieces
$35 - $129
Broken flowers, missing accessories, cracks, or heavy chips move the piece toward parts value.
Examples use the first listed TMK era for this model as a worksheet starting point. Re-run the homepage checker when the underside mark, box status, or selling urgency differs.
Seller notes
- Photograph the HUM number, trademark mark, any paper label, and all damage before pricing.
- Search sold comps with the exact HUM number plus the common title, then adjust for TMK and condition.
- If selling the pair, show both base numbers and both TMK marks.
Warnings
- Branches, leaves, and base edges are common chip points.
- Dust in the tree can hide small repairs.
- Do not treat this seed range as an appraisal or a guaranteed sale price.
- Verify size variants because downsized, larger, and paired versions can price very differently.
- Pair values should not be split evenly when one piece has damage.