Lindsey Bourret

Mearto specialist

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.