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Tintin Collectibles: Rocket, Shark Submarine and Snowy
The three Tintin collectibles most people start with are the red-and-white moon rocket, the shark submarine and a plush of Snowy, Tintin's dog. All are official pieces. At Playoffside they range from €29.99 for Snowy to €218 and up for the submarine in resin.
Who is Tintin?
Tintin is a young reporter created by the Belgian cartoonist Hergé. He first appeared on January 10, 1929, and his adventures fill 24 albums. The series is introduced on Wikipedia's page on The Adventures of Tintin.
Which Tintin collectible comes from which album?
| Collectible | Album | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Snowy (Milou) plush | Appears throughout the series | €29.99 |
| Tim und Struppi Rakete | Destination Moon and Explorers on the Moon | From €32.50 |
| Rocket Takeoff Phase Figurine | Destination Moon | €189 |
| Shark Submarine Figurine | Red Rackham's Treasure | From €218 |
The four pieces in detail
All four were in stock when this guide was published.
Tim und Struppi Rakete
The checked moon rocket and our best-selling Tintin piece. From €32.50
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Tintin Shark Submarine Figurine
Professor Calculus's shark-shaped submarine in resin, in two sizes. From €218
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Snowy (Milou) Official Tintin Plush
Tintin's white fox terrier as an official plush toy. €29.99
View productWhy is the Tintin rocket red and white?
Hergé drew the moon rocket with a red-and-white checked pattern for the two-part story told in Destination Moon (1953) and Explorers on the Moon (1954). The pattern made the rocket easy to follow on the page, and it became the best-known image in the series.
Which Tintin collectible should you buy first?
- For a child: the Snowy plush.
- For a first collectible: the Rocket. Our Tintin Rocket size guide explains the sizes and official editions.
- For a collector who has the rocket: the Shark Submarine or the Takeoff Phase scene.
Browse more collectibles in figurines and sculptures, or see our design gifts under €50.
Frequently asked questions
What is Tintin's dog called?
Snowy in English and Milou in the original French.
Which Tintin album has the rocket?
Destination Moon and its sequel, Explorers on the Moon.
Which album has the shark submarine?
Red Rackham's Treasure, where Professor Calculus builds it.
