Steiff British Collectors' Lilac Teddy Bear 1999 | Limited Edition of 3,000 | Ref. 660047 | UK Exclusive

Please note that the original numbered chest tag is no longer present, and the bear is supplied in a genuine Steiff presentation box rather than its original box.

Exclusively produced for the United Kingdom in 1999, the Steiff British Collectors' Lilac Teddy Bear is a beautifully crafted limited edition collector's bear, handmade in Germany from the finest soft lilac mohair. Produced in a worldwide edition of just 3,000 pieces, this charming bear is one of the most distinctive and sought-after editions in Steiff's celebrated British Collectors' Series.

Beautifully proportioned in the traditional Steiff style, the bear features expressive black glass eyes, a hand-stitched nose and mouth, cream wool felt paw pads, five-way jointing and an internal growler. Its elegant lilac mohair gives this edition a unique character whilst retaining the timeless appeal of a classic Steiff teddy bear.

The bear retains its original white limited edition ear tag (Reference 660047) with the iconic gold-plated Button in Ear and is accompanied by its original Certificate of Authenticity.

Condition

Presented in Good condition.

Included with the bear are:

• Original white limited edition ear tag (Ref. 660047)
• Gold-plated Steiff Button in Ear
• Certificate of Authenticity

Please note that the original numbered chest tag is no longer present, and the bear is supplied in a genuine Steiff presentation box rather than its original box.

The mohair remains beautifully presented, and the bear displays wonderfully, making it an excellent addition to any Steiff or British Collectors' collection.

Features

• Manufacturer: Steiff
• Model: British Collectors' Lilac Teddy Bear
• Reference: 660047
• Year: 1999
• Limited Edition: 3,000 pieces worldwide
• Height: Approximately 36cm (14")
• Finest lilac mohair
• Five-way jointed
• Internal growler
• Black glass eyes
• Hand-stitched nose and mouth
• Cream wool felt paw pads
• Gold-plated Steiff Button in Ear
• Made in Germany
• UK Exclusive

A charming and increasingly collectable Steiff teddy bear whose beautiful lilac mohair makes it one of the most distinctive editions in the British Collectors' Series.