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Stablemate Spotlight: Arabian Stallion

Posted on April 5, 2019April 8, 2019 by Admin

The Arabian Stallion was sculpted by Maureen Love Calvert and was originally produced in porcelain by the Hagen Renaker Company from 1959 to 1972. In the mid-1970s, Breyer leased this, and other mini horse designs from Hagen Renaker to create their Stablemate line of plastic miniature horses. This line is referred to the “G1” or First Generation Stablemates by collectors.

It was Breyer’s intention to keep the Hagen Renaker issued names for these models, but there was some confusion early on. In 1975, Breyer released their new Stablemate line using the designs leased from Hagen Renaker. #5010 dapple grey Arabian Stallion name was actually used on the Morgan Stallion mold packaging (see image below.) This also happened to #5016 alabaster Arabian Stallion – also used on the Morgan Stallion mold. And, the #5013 bay Arabian Stallion was originally labeled as #5020 Citation. It seems that this error was caught early on, and that corrections were made to the labeling by the end of 1975. The Arabian Stallion was finally properly named in the 1976 Breyer Catalog.

#5010 Arabian Stallion - Dapple — #5010 Arabian Stallion – Dapple… on the Morgan Stallion mold.

The first special run on the Arabian Stallion mold was for the Sears Wish Book in 1989. This dark grey model with various socks is very similar, if not the same as, regular run #5120 also released in 1989 (see below.)

1989 Sears Wish Book Special Run Arabian Stallion

Unfortunately, the most recent release of the Arabian Stallion was back in 2004 with this gorgeous, shaded dun released as a special run in JC Penney’s Parade of Breeds set (below.) There is also evidence of a black Arabian Stallion that was given away at BreyerFest 2004 in place of the single day model. If you have any information about this model or have a picture you would like to submit to the site, I would love to hear from you!

2004 JCPenney Parade of Breeds Arabian Stallion

I’ve said it before: we have seen the revival of several G1 Stablemates in Breyer’s Stablemate Club offerings, so there might be a chance that Arabian Stallion collectors will once again be able to add another one of these fabulous gents to their conga line!

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Stablemate Spotlight: Arabian Mare

Posted on December 17, 2018December 23, 2018 by Admin

Breyer’s Arabian Mare Stablemate has been a long-time favorite of many collectors since her original release in 1975. Standing with her neck arched and ears back, she conveys a look of calm and sweetness… irresistible to many.

The Arabian Mare was sculpted by Maureen Love Calvert and originally produced in ceramic by the Hagen Renaker Company. The Hagen Renaker pieces are more difficult to find on the secondary market than their plastic Breyer cousins, and therefore generally command higher prices.

The first 1975 Breyer-released Arabian Mares were the regular runs: dapple grey (#5011,) bay (#5014) and alabaster (#5017.) In 1994, a second dapple grey release was made for the #5650 Saddle Club Collection. The easiest way to tell these two releases apart are by the dapples. The original #5011 had “wild” dappling with spots, streaks, and splotches. The later release features dapples that were more uniform and rounded, giving her a polka-dot like appearance.

The #5017 alabaster Arabian Mare was re-released in 1989 as regular run #5130 in the as Sears holiday catalog Special Run #495600. This was also the very first special run release of the Arabian Mare.

We’re all the same: #5017, #5130, #495600…

Her most current releases were back in 2004 when she was part of the Hidalgo Arabian Adventure Set (#10303) and a member of the 2004 JCPenney Parade of Breeds special run set (#410174.)

We haven’t seen much of the Arabian Mare in recent years. This may be due to licensing issues. But, with the current releases of other G1 molds (particularly through the Stablemate Club program) there is a chance we may see her again in the future!

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For the Love of Stablemates

Posted on December 14, 2018December 14, 2018 by Admin

The Stablemate line was first introduced in 1975, when 16 new, 2.5″ tall model horses were released. All 16 models were sculpted by Maureen Love Calvert and were originally produced in china/ceramic by the Hagen-Renaker Company. These molds are called (amongst most hobbyists) “G1” or “Generation 1” molds.

Here are the sixteen G1 Stablemate molds:
Arabian Mare
Arabian Stallion
Citation
Draft Horse
Morgan Mare
Morgan Stallion
Native Dancer
Quarter Horse Mare
Quarter Horse Stallion
Saddlebred
Seabiscuit
Silky Sullivan
Swaps
Thoroughbred Lying Foal
Thoroughbred Mare
Thoroughbred Standing Foal

As you browse through the site, keep in mind that many models have more than one image assigned to them. Especially in the case of the regular run G1 Stablemates. Many of the regular run Stablemates from the mid 1970’s varied greatly in their finished appearance. Some are matte, some are very glossy. Sometimes their socks end up on varying legs. And sometimes their color even varies from light to dark. All of these factors can make it difficult for new (and sometimes seasoned) collectors to identify exactly what they have.

When you are trying to place a value on these little horses that are over 40 years old, condition plays a huge role in determining their values. Some molds are inherently more valuable than others simply due to their popularity among collectors. The Draft Horse mold is definitely one of the most popular G1 molds and their values tend to stay on the higher side. But generally speaking, the condition of the model directly affects whether or not a collector will pay $30 or $3 for a particular model. And we do see that frequently in the second hand market!

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