Vintage Enesco "The Graduate Calendar With Thermometer" Desk Novelty – In Original Box
​Item Overview
​Add a charming touch of mid-century schoolhouse nostalgia to your workspace or vintage collection with this rare Vintage Enesco Plastic Desk Novelty Set. Titled "The Graduate Calendar With Thermometer", this retro desk accessory features a sweet little boy graduate figurine nestled between a manual perpetual calendar and a column-style thermometer.
​Comes complete with its original vintage box, making it a thoughtful commemorative gift or a standout addition to an Enesco novelty collection.
​Item Features & Specifications
​Brand / Manufacturer: Enesco Imports Corp. (Chicago, ILL., U.S.A.)
​Country of Manufacture: Hong Kong
​Item Model Number: E-1979
​Design: Young boy graduate in a black cap and gown holding a white diploma
​Perpetual Calendar: Manual slot-style desk calendar with removable card inserts for months, days of the week, and numerical dates
​Thermometer: Built-in display reading in both Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F)
​Material: Molded plastic composition
​Markings: Incised with "MADE IN HONG KONG" on the back panel and stamped "E-1979 ©ENESCO IMPORTS CORP., CHICAGO, ILL., U.S.A." on the underside of the base
​Condition & Completeness Report
​Overall Condition: Very good vintage cosmetic condition with minor surface dust and light wear consistent with age and display.
​Thermometer Note: The thermometer tube does not appear to be functioning and is being sold as-is for display purposes.
​Calendar Cards: Includes a collection of original double-sided card inserts for the calendar slot.
​Missing Card Note: The #1 number card is missing from the set. The numerical card set is incomplete, though a large assortment of core numbers, months, and weekdays are included (as shown laid out in the listing photos).
​Original Box: Included! Features classic retro graphics and a side panel checkmark indicating the "Boy Graduate" version. Cardboard shows moderate shelf wear, light discoloration/staining, and soft edges typical for its age, but remains structurally intact.
​Shipping & Handling
​Securely wrapped in bubble packaging to protect the vintage plastic frame and original box during transit.
​Ships promptly within 1–2 business days with tracking provided.
​Buyer Note: Please examine all high-resolution photos carefully to review exact card assortments, box condition, and overall cosmetic detail. Questions are always welcome!