Your Hummel has the " Full Bee" mark used from 1950-55, the 1939-49 pieces were marked with the "Crown mark". You can view all the marks from here: http://www.mihummel.com/marks.asp
The 1938 mark is when the model was first registered, not the date it was made. Hummels have seen a steep decline in value in recent years, with full bee figures often selling for under $300.00 at auction.
Re: Wayside Harmony
Your Hummel has the " Full Bee" mark used from 1950-55, the 1939-49 pieces were marked with the "Crown mark". You can view all the marks from here:
http://www.mihummel.com/marks.asp
The 1938 mark is when the model was first registered, not the date it was made. Hummels have seen a steep decline in value in recent years, with full bee figures often selling for under $300.00 at auction.
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