Hummel Figurine 'On Secret Path' by Goebel

"On Secret Path" (Hummel #386) is a M.I. Hummel Goebel figurine featuring a young boy with a cap and walking stick, often accompanied by a grasshopper and a log. While often associated with designs from the 1950s, this specific model was typically produced later, with mold dates from the early 1970s and commonly found with TMK-5 (1972-1979) or TMK-6 (1979-1990) marks. Key Information & Characteristics Title: On Secret Path Hummel Number: #386 Size: Generally measures between 5.25 and 5.75 inches in height. Origin: Made in West Germany by Goebel. Design Elements: Features a boy in a cap with a walking stick, walking on a log, sometimes with a grasshopper. Time Period: While sometimes listed with 1970s, it is noted to have a 1950s style, with mold dates and production often falling around 1971–1972. Trademarks: Commonly found with TMK-5 (1972-1979) or TMK-6 (1979-1990). Value and Market Information Price Range: Secondary market prices for "On Secret Path" typically range from around $30 to over $140 USD, depending on the trademark (TMK), condition, and whether it is in the original box. Condition: Many available pieces are in excellent, used condition, with some noted for light crazing due to age