Most valuable Moomin mugs

The first Teema-style Moomin mugs by Arabia were released back in 1990. At that time, few could predict the high values that mugs from the 90s would reach a couple of decades later. Among the most valuable mugs are not only old ones but also limited edition mugs, special mugs, and seasonal products.

Why have Moomin mugs increased in value so quickly? Let’s take a look at the graph below, which shows the development in the number of Moomin mugs from 1990 to 2023.

As seen from the graph, new mugs have been released annually only since 2004. Since then, the pace of new mug releases has gradually accelerated, and the number of Moomin mugs in production simultaneously has increased.

• The total number of Moomin mugs nearly tripled between 2010 and 2023
• In 2023, a record 20 new Teema-style Moomin mugs were released, including 12 new larger mugs with a capacity of 0.4 liters
• Only 18 different Moomin mugs were released in the 90s
• Since 2004, at least 3 new mugs have been released each year

The number of Teema-style Moomin mugs released annually has also been boosted by the introduction of larger 0.4-liter mugs in 2021. These new and larger mugs have not replaced traditional character, seasonal, or special mugs but have their own series.

Nearly 150 Released Moomin Mugs

When all Teema-style Moomin mugs released by May 2024 are counted together, the total comes to an impressive 148. Additionally, 2023 was an extraordinary year, with twenty new Moomin mugs released. The production of Moomin mugs in Finland ceased entirely in 2016 with the closure of the Arabia factory, so all mugs are now made in Thailand. However, mugs have been manufactured in Thailand since the early 2000s.

Although only just under twenty mugs were released in the 90s, they do not top the value scale despite their popularity. The new 0.4-liter versions of the 90s mugs do not have significant monetary value. The rarest and most valuable production Moomin mug is the 2004 Fazer mug, of which only 400 numbered copies were made.

Where to Find Valuable Moomin Mugs

Finding valuable Moomin mugs, like other valuable collectibles, often involves luck. While peer-to-peer sales have increasingly moved to online marketplaces in recent years, many still hope to make finds at flea markets. The charm of flea markets often lies in making discoveries: the seller might not be aware of the current value of the items they are selling, so it is sometimes possible to find a valuable Moomin mug at a very affordable price.

The most popular online places to buy old Moomin mugs are Tori, Huuto.net, and Facebook sales groups. While these platforms usually offer the best chances of finding valuable items, safety must be ensured: transactions for more expensive items should always be done in person if the seller is not already known.

TOP30 most valuable Moomin mugs (Updated 05/2024)

Lauri Putila, who has been professionally buying and selling Moomin mugs for three years (Mukify Oy), has listed the most valuable Moomin mugs.

Prices are based on asking prices in various online stores and active online sales platforms such as Facebook groups, Tori, and Huuto.net. The prices are indicative of current estimated values and will gradually change over time.

You can always find up-to-date prices at Moomin mug list on Mukify. The values in the list below are based on the prices of versions without stickers.