Hi Lynette, Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry. Though there were Steiff bears that do not have the characteristic button ear-tag, the market is stronger for those that do. Your bear, relatively speaking is in generally fair condition given age and wear from us, though there are a good number of bears on the market in better condition. Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is: An antique Steiff style cinnamon mohair teddy bear German, early 20th Century The jointed bear with brown eyes, sewn nose, felt pads. Lacking tags. 14 inches tall CONDITION: in generally fair condition with some losses from age and wear from use. PROVENANCE: not original owner $100-150* *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.
