Tintin - 2 Mug - Moulinsart - 2003

Exclusive Tintin "The Castafiore Emerald" Porcelain Mug Set

This unique lot features a pair of official Tintin porcelain mugs from the humor-filled mystery "Les Bijoux de la Castafiore" (The Castafiore Emerald). This set is particularly interesting for collectors as it allows for a comparison between two different production nuances within the same series.

One mug remains in its original white branded box, while the other is presented without a box.

Product Details & Dimensions
Feature Details
Theme Les Bijoux de la Castafiore (The Castafiore Emerald)
Material High-Quality Porcelain
Period Circa 2003
Manufacturer Moulinsart (Official Hergé/Moulinsart backstamp)
Height Approx. 9.5 cm
Diameter Approx. 8.0 cm (body only)
Width Approx. 11.5 cm (including handle)
Condition Excellent (One with box, one without)
Visual Variations & Observations

Please pay close attention to the following details as noted in the listing images:

Mug 1 (with Box): Features Tintin running with a flashlight.

Mug 2 (no Box): Features Tintin holding a magnifying glass, investigating the "mystery".

Typography Note: The mug without the outer box exhibits a slight manufacturing variation where the lettering (specifically the "O" in "BIJOUX") appears thinner than the boxed counterpart. Please refer to the provided close-up images to confirm this detail.

Reverse Side: Illustrations include Bianca Castafiore (the "Milanese Nightingale") and the famous magpie from the story, accompanied by the French plot summary.

Base: Both mugs carry the authentic TINTIN logo and copyright markings on the bottom.

Auction & Market Insight

Collector Interest: "The Castafiore Emerald" is a favorite among fans for its subversion of the typical adventure tropes. Print variations and "thin font" versions are often of interest to specialized collectors of Moulinsart merchandise.

Packaging: Includes one original white protective box featuring the Tintin logo.