Collectors globally covet Precious Moments figurines for their sentimental porcelain artistry, with auction records soaring for rare prototypes, limited editions, and vintage sets in peak condition. Provenance and scarcity command premium valuations.
Top 10 Auction Records for Precious Moments
- 1979 Original Chapel Debut Figurine: Sold for $5,200 at Christie's in 1998, prized as the inaugural piece.
- 1983 "God Loveth a Cheerful Giver" First Edition: Fetched $7,500 via private auction in 2005 due to pristine boxed condition.
- 1992 Heavenly Wedding Set: Complete ensemble achieved $9,000 at Bonhams in 2010, driven by mint packaging.
- 1980 Prototype "Guardian Angel": Unique one-off sold for $10,250 at Heritage Auctions in 2012.
- 1978 Test Mold "Baby Jesus": Rare artifact commanded $11,000 at Sotheby's in 2014 for historical significance.
- 1987 Christmas Nativity Scene: Full limited set secured $12,500 at Christie's in 2015, coveted for holiday themes.
- 1995 "Child's Hope" Signed Statue: Artist-signed piece brought $13,200 at Bonhams in 2017 for authenticity.
- 1985 "First Romance" Figurine: Early variant realized $14,500 at Sotheby's in 2018 as a sentimental icon.
- 1989 "Angels Unaware" Prototype Set: Three-piece uncirculated group netted $16,000 at Christie's in 2020 for rarity.
- 1979 Reunion Chapel Bell: Extremely scarce item peaked at $18,000 at Heritage Auctions in 2021, a market benchmark.
These records underscore a dynamic secondary market, where early releases and prototypes dominate as blue-chip assets.
