HUM 530 – “Land In Sight” – TMK-7 – #18140. Dimensions – 9.25″ Tall X 9.5″ Wide. Some of the most popular and very collectible M. Hummel figurines are the larger pieces that Goebel produced over the years. One excellent example of these large figurines is Hummel “Land In Sight”, #530. It was first released in the U. Market in the fall of 1991. It was modeled by master sculptor Gerhard Skrobek in 1988. It was issued as a limited production of 30,000 pieces, individually numbered, to commemorate the 500th anniversary of Columbus’s discovery of America. Hummel 1992 SONDERAUSGABE LIMITED EDITION. “Land In Sicht” and “Land In Sight” are stacked, centered underneath the circular decal. It is also stamped No. Of 30,000 in blue with “18140” hand numbered in black immediately after No. The master painter signature is in black on the bottom of the base. This one actually exceeds the catalog’s listed height (9″) by about quarter of an inch, measuring about 9.25″ tall. At the conclusion of the 30,000 pieces made, it will never again be produced by Goebel. This is a closed special commemorative limited edition (CE)(CME)(LE). 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. Special Backstamp: Circular blue stamp of M. “Land in Sicht” and “Land In Sight” is stacked and centered underneath the circular decal. Special Limited Commemorative Edition of 30,000 figurines and Goebel will Not produce it again. 18140 of 30,000. Hand Numbered in black “18140” by Master Painter on the base by the blue inscription No. Of 30,000″, so it reads “No. Hand Signed signature in black by Master Painter on underside of base. Hummel signature is incised on back lower side of boat. Oversized: Hummel matches the catalog’s listed width of 9.5″ but exceeds the listed 9″ height by a quarter of an inch, measuring at about 9.25 tall. Retains all original Vibrant colors and Gloss! String on the sail is fully intact (untouched) and has not degraded at all over the 33 years of storage. Ribbon and Medallion with white box is included. Small Red Attention! Paper: This paper was still wrapped around the above white Medallion box as shown in pictures. Large Red Attention! Paper with unboxing instructions is included as shown in pictures. Certificate of Authenticity Card: The C. Is made of thick heavy stock paper and is printed in both English and German with the matching figurine number “18140” written in black twice by master painter. Goebel Survey Card is also included! Box has a sticker with the matching “18140” number above the picture label. Hummel is in New Open Box condition! No To uch Ups! Keep in mind that this hummel box is large and heavy! Message me for more details/options. Feel free to contact me to inquire about other hummels you are looking for, as I have hundreds yet to list. Repeat buyers receive a discount! 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/included material. Additional pictures are available upon request. They all come from my mother’s estate. My mother was the President of the Philadelphia Chapter of the Hummel Club during the 1980s through the 2000s and collected Hummel figurines for approximately 50 years. Many early, rare variations, club exclusives, special editions and other very unique hummels to come. Please feel free to contact me with any questions, concerns and/or comments. I welcome all feedback.