Hi Donald,

Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry and our apologies for the delay, which was due to a technical error.

Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:

A vintage Steiff style golden jointed teddy bear
probably American, third quarter 20th Century
The jointed body with short synthetic mohair allover, glass eyes, sewn nose, mouth and claws. Lacking label
5 inches tall,3 inches wide

CONDITION: This bear has been well loved and shows the signs of such affection: patches of fur missing and separation of the seams to the back of one arm and possibly one leg.

PROVENANCE: gift in 1982 from High School boyfriend
$20-30*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.

Please let us know if you have additional items to appraise, and thank you again for using Mearto.