Harmony Kingdom "Hardy" Roly Poly Bull Figurine Box

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The UK based Harmony Kingdom began making the figurine boxes in the early 1990's. They have quickly become highly collectible. The boxes are intricate carvings by master artists made of crushed marble and resin to resemble antique ivory. The Roly Poly line are ball shaped figures named for famous people. "Hardy" is a figurine box of a little bull and named for an actor. The inside has a incised carving of a teacup. The box was carved by master carver Adam Binder in 2000 for release on 11/1/2000. Only 5714 boxes were issued, then the piece was retired on 8/15/2001. The dimensions of the piece are 1.5 x 1.75 x 1.75 inches. The model number is TJRPGO. Hardy is referenced in the 9th edition Price Guide to Contemporary Collectibles and Limited editions by Mary L. Sieber. He comes with his original box and insert, as shown. It's very difficult to tell, but I think there is a minuscule flake at the base on his right hoof. It does not detract at all, and again is very difficult to see.

Item ID: 1301