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.