Steiff 1908 Teddy Bear Replica 2006 – Limited Edition (Ref. 406751)

The Steiff 1908 Teddy Bear Replica is a beautifully crafted limited edition collector's bear, faithfully recreating one of Steiff's earliest teddy bear designs from 1908. Handmade in Germany from the finest golden mohair, this elegant bear forms part of Steiff's highly regarded Replica Series, celebrating more than a century of teddy bear craftsmanship.

Produced in 2006 as a worldwide limited edition of 3,000 pieces, this replica has been meticulously designed using original archive bears held in the Steiff Museum, capturing the simple elegance and timeless charm of the earliest Steiff teddy bears.

Featuring traditional five-way jointing, expressive black glass eyes, a hand-stitched nose and mouth, wool felt paw pads and an internal growler, the bear is filled with traditional excelsior (wood wool), remaining true to the construction methods used by Steiff over a century ago.

The bear retains its original white limited edition ear tag, replica chest tag and Certificate of Authenticity.

Condition

Presented in Good Plus to Excellent condition.

Included with the bear are:

• Original white limited edition ear tag (slight fraying)
• Gold-plated Steiff Button in Ear
• Original replica chest tag
• Certificate of Authenticity
• Original Steiff presentation box

A beautiful example of one of Steiff's most sought-after Replica Series bears, ideal for collectors who appreciate traditional German craftsmanship and the rich history of the world's most famous teddy bear maker.

Features

• Manufacturer: Steiff
• Model: 1908 Teddy Bear Replica
• Reference: 406751
• Year: 2006
• Limited Edition: 3,000 pieces worldwide
• Height: Approximately 35cm (13¾")
• Finest golden mohair
• Traditional excelsior (wood wool) filling
• Five-way jointed
• Internal growler
• Black glass eyes
• Hand-stitched nose and mouth
• Wool felt paw pads
• Gold-plated Button in Ear
• Made in Germany

A timeless Steiff collector's bear that beautifully celebrates the company's early history and remains a treasured addition to any Steiff collection.