Goebel 1979 Crystal Glass Annual Bell featuring a Frosted Kneeling Child Figurine

This is a collectible lead crystal glass bell manufactured by Goebel in 1979. The piece stands approximately 6 inches tall and features a dual-texture aesthetic, combining a clear glass dome with a frosted glass handle. The handle is intricately molded into the shape of a kneeling child or cherub-like figure in a prayerful pose, characteristic of the 'Hummel' style associated with the German manufacturer. The body of the bell is decorated with heavy vertical ribbing that provides a prism-like light refraction. A prominent feature is the frosted year '1979' embossed towards the bottom rim, indicating its status as an annual commemorative piece. The glass appears to be of high clarity with thick construction, typical of quality 20th-century pressed crystal. While there are no visible chips or cracks in the provided image, there is an adhesive price label from a secondary market retailer affixed to the upper portion. The interior likely contains a glass bead or metal clapper suspended by a chain. These bells were popular interior decor items during the late 1970s and early 1980s, valued for their craftsmanship and as limited-run holiday or yearly gift items.