Steiff Toy Teddy Bear
20 June 2020
Description

The label reads: Steiff KNOFF IM OHR All new material PA 55 MASS 73 Made in west Germany Covering: 50% wool 50% cotton A series of numbers which i am not sure what it means: 0228/33 A The bear seems very old and a little scruffy but generally in good condition.

Provenance

unknown

Acquired from
Inherited
For sale
Maybe
Answered within 2 days
By Sabrina Vinther
Jun 22, 18:49 UTC
Fair Market Value
$75 - $150 USD
Insurance Value $0 USD
What does this mean?

Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.

It is a very cute and well kept Steiff teddybear. Such vintage teddys are being offered at auction on a regular basis.
Steiff is a german soft toy maker and they have from day one been very popular due to their look a like teddys and high quality soft toys.
Your teddy bear was made somewhere in the 1950s-1960s. I believe that it may have made a roar / sound when pushed on the stomach or when turned upside down. It is called a brummbär. These were quite popular with children as they had the sound effect of a real bear. Or sort of.
It is important for the estimate that the sound is still functional, and that the bear is in good condition. Which it appears to be from the photos apart from minor marks on the paws of the feet. The mohair fur looks quite well and it is a good thing that the button in the ear and marks are still intact.

The estimate provided is for a well-advertised specialised online toys auction, where I believe the teddy has the best chance of realising its fullest potential. However, there is no measurement for the sentimental value you might attach to the Steiff teddy. Retail "asking prices" can be higher and vary.

Please let me know if you have any additional questions. I’m happy to help.
Thank you

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