Lenox FigurinesSince 1889 the company has produced Lenox collections that owners have proudly displayed in their curio cabinets and on their mantles. Founded by Walter Scott Lenox, the Lenox's Ceramic Art Company's original 18 employees quickly gained popularity for their handmade artistic creations. By 1907, the company's name had changed to Lenox Inc., had some of its pieces featured in the Smithsonian Institute and broadened its inventory to include fine dining items. The company's status only continued to grow over the last century and is still held in the highest esteem among collectors today. The newest releases of Lenox figurines are consistently doing well, while many determined enthusiasts are always searching for the older pieces. Discontinued Lenox figurines are a hot commodity for any collector. Some of the more popular ones include pieces from the Lenox collections of Snowbabies, Krinkles, Department 56 Villages and Fenton. As in other collectibles, the going price at any given time for discontinued items depends upon who's looking to buy them. Though nothing is ever certain, the longstanding popularity of the company is a good indication that there will always be a healthy market for its creations. Starting one of your own Lenox collections is simple. They can be found in many stores and there is an unlimited amount of information online as well, including the company's official website where you can order your collectibles directly from the comfort of home. It offers pricing information as well as pictures of all accessible items. Sites of interest are also available by simply typing the phrase “Lenox figurines” into any search engine. A wealth of places will show up where you can interact with fellow collectors, find the best prices and research pieces before you buy them. The internet is also your greatest resource to find one of the rare discontinued Lenox figurines that finish off your collection or browse through the large variety of collectibles that the company has to offer. Keeping up-to-date on specials, such as limited editions or upcoming annual releases, is also easily done by surfing the World Wide Web. Whether you are a hobbyist wanting to start one of your own Lenox collections that can be passed down or an investor looking for appreciation value, you will find that both new and discontinued Lenox will satisfy the expectations of the most discriminate of collectors. From ceramic characters of little angel's playing in the snow, to elegant themed glass, Lenox figurines will continue to delight the young, the young at heart and everyone in-between. There is something for everyone in the land of Lenox. |