What does that little annual production mark on the bottom of my Precious Moments figurine mean anyway?
Each porcelain bisque Precious Moments figurine has what’s known as an annual production mark located on the bottom of it. This strange little mark can be quite helpful in identifying the actual year a specific figurine was made. Except for a few early releases, the symbol is slightly imprinted into the porcelain. Occasionally, a yearly production mark is missing from a figurine, which can impact its value, often favorably.
The value of a Precious Moments figurine is usually, but not always, slightly higher if you have the first year mark, meaning a figurine that was produced in its first year. This holds true with older figurines produced in the first decade, but isn’t nearly as important with figurines from more recent years.
Don’t confuse the production mark with the copyright date on the bottom. The copyright date is the date the artwork was actually copyrighted. Production usually starts later that year or the following year. How long a specific figurine design remains in production is determined by many factors, including whether or not it’s a limited edition, and how popular it’s with consumers.
Several other special production marks not included in my chart have been used on occasion too. They include a diamond, rosebud, several different flags, as well as several decals representing various organizations such as Easter Seals, Boys and Girls Clubs of America, Walt Disney Showcase, among numerous others.
The Precious Moments “Little Moments” collection is an exception when it comes to production marks. This grouping of smaller sized figurines was made for several years and didn’t include the annual symbols on the bottom. Also, Precious Moments giftware and accessory merchandise lacks the mark.
Each porcelain bisque Precious Moments figurine has what’s known as an annual production mark located on the bottom of it. This strange little mark can be quite helpful in identifying the actual year a specific figurine was made. Except for a few early releases, the symbol is slightly imprinted into the porcelain. Occasionally, a yearly production mark is missing from a figurine, which can impact its value, often favorably.
The value of a Precious Moments figurine is usually, but not always, slightly higher if you have the first year mark, meaning a figurine that was produced in its first year. This holds true with older figurines produced in the first decade, but isn’t nearly as important with figurines from more recent years.
Don’t confuse the production mark with the copyright date on the bottom. The copyright date is the date the artwork was actually copyrighted. Production usually starts later that year or the following year. How long a specific figurine design remains in production is determined by many factors, including whether or not it’s a limited edition, and how popular it’s with consumers.
Several other special production marks not included in my chart have been used on occasion too. They include a diamond, rosebud, several different flags, as well as several decals representing various organizations such as Easter Seals, Boys and Girls Clubs of America, Walt Disney Showcase, among numerous others.
The Precious Moments “Little Moments” collection is an exception when it comes to production marks. This grouping of smaller sized figurines was made for several years and didn’t include the annual symbols on the bottom. Also, Precious Moments giftware and accessory merchandise lacks the mark.
| No Mark | Before 1981 | --- | --- |
 | 1981 | Triangle (T) | Symbol of the Trinity - God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit |
 | 1982 | Hourglass (HG) | Represents the time we have on earth to serve the Lord |
 | 1983 | Fish (F) | Earliest symbol used by believers of the early Christian apostolic church |
 | 1984 | Cross (C) | Symbol of Christianity recognized worldwide |
 | 1985 | Dove (D) | Symbol of love and peace |
 | 1986 | Olive Branch (OB) | Symbol of peace and understanding |
 | 1987 | Cedar Tree (CT) | Symbol of strength, beauty, and preservation |
 | 1988 | Flower (FL) | Represents God's Love for His children |
 | 1989 | Bow & Arrow (BA) | Represents the power of the Bible |
 | 1990 | Flame (FLM) | For those who have gone through the fire of life and found comfort in believing |
 | 1991 | Vessel (V) | A reminder of God's love which flows through the vessel of life |
 | 1992 | G Clef (GC) | Symbol of the harmony of God's love |
 | 1993 | Butterfly (B) | Represents the rebirth of man who comes from darkness into the light |
 | 1994 | Trumpet (TRP) | Represents loving, caring, and sharing. The trumpet is the battle cry to war and the heralder of victory. |
 | 1995 | Ship (S) | Portrays a message of hope |
 | 1996 | Heart (H) | Symbol of love - the heart that freely responds to the message of each Precious Moments figurine |
 | 1997 | Sword (SRD) | Hebrews 4:12: For the word of God is quick and powerful and sharper than any two-edged sword |
 | 1998 | Eyeglasses (EYE) | 20 years and the vision's still the same |
 | 1999 | Star (STR) | Matthew 2:2: Where is He who has been born King of the Jews? For we have seen His star in the East and have come to worship Him. |
 | 2000 | Cracked Egg (EGG) | Symbol of the new millennium and a new beginning. The egg speaks of birth and of new things to come - things known only to God. |
 | 2001 | Sandal (SAN) | Represents our journey with the Lord |
 | 2002 | Cross in Heart | Keeps faith in your heart. |
 | 2003 | Crown | Represents a message of glory, dignity, and sovereignty. |
 | 2004 | Three-Petal Flower | Each petal symbolizes part of the message "loving, caring, and sharing." |
 | 2005 | Bread | Jesus said, "I am the bread of life: he who comes to me shall not hungry, and he who believes in me shall never thirst." John 6:35. |
 | 2006 | House | Psalm 122:1-2, "I was glad when they said to me, Let us go to the house of the Lord! Our feet have been standing within your gates, O Jerusalem." |
 | 2007 | Hammer | Hebrew 3:4, "For every house is built by someone, but God is the builder of everything." |
 | 2008 | Stylized PM Heart | Represents the importance of guarding one's heart. |
 | 2009 | Sheaf of Wheat | A necessary ingredient to making bread. Jesus is the bread of life. |
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