Here is a list of some of the most expensive bears in the world, ALL are Steiff bears. These bears appealed to the bidders for various reasons but it is interesting to observe that the current title holder of most valuable teddy bear was manufactured quite recently.
Harlequin: multi-coloured bear, originally given to a Steiff worker
c1925
£60,000
1999 Steiff Festival Geingen
Bar 28PB: 40cm, the oldest known Steiff bear
1904
£82,000
2000 Steiff Festival Geingen
Titanic Bear: dark mourning bear made after the sinking of the Titanic
1912
£91,750
2000 Christies
Happy: 40cm dual plush bear
1926
£101,556
2002 Steiff Festival Geingen
Teddy Girl: 46cm brown bear that served alongside Colonel Bob Henderson in the war
1905
£110,000
5 Dec 1994 Christies
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As of the 1970s, teddy bears have become collector's items around the world. And some teddies have sold for tens of thousands of dollars if not more. The question is why are people willing to pay such prices for a toy? The answer lies in a few commonalities.
Top-selling teddy bears have the following attributes in common: low production, they commemorate a special occasion, and in one case, is the sole surviving example, according to Jacquie Denny, co-founder of EVERYTHING BUT THE HOUSE (EBTH).
Plus, teddy bears have an emotional appeal to their owners, so they are willing to pay top dollar for early examples, Denny added, regardless of condition. With that, the teddy bears on this list range from a low of about $3,000 to a high of $143,000 for the Steiff Teddy Girl Bear.
Steiff-Karl Lagerfeld Teddy Bear - $3,687.26
This limited edition bear was produced in 2008 by Steiff, a manufacture
Cuddly animals or teddy bears are not just for kids. They can also be valuable collectables that can fetch high prices at auctions. Some of the factors that determine the value of a cuddly toy or a teddy bear are its age, rarity, condition, provenance, and brand.
The older, rarer, and better preserved the toy is, the more it is worth. The history and origin of the toy can also add to its appeal and significance. Moreover, some brands, such as Steiff, are known for producing high-quality and luxurious toys that are sought after by collectors.
On this page, we will look at some of the most expensive cuddly toys or teddy bears that have ever been sold at auctions. These toys are not only adorable and cuddly, but also historical and cultural icons that have fascinated and delighted generations of people.
1. Steiff Louis Vuitton Teddy Bear – $2.1 million
This teddy bear is the most expensive one ever sold at an auction. It was created in 2000 by the German toy company Steiff and the French fashion house Louis Vuitton to celebrate Steiff’s 125th anniversary.
The teddy bear is made of gold thread and has a mouth of 24-carat gold. It also wears a Louis Vuitton c
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Kids back then used to call them stuffed animals, plushies or simply best friends, nothing hasn’t changed ever since, except for time, the most expensive teddy bears in the world聽are a living proof that time made them unique, exclusive and extremely rare, hence the price… Collectors or simply rich people love to obtain one of these pieces.
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Steiff Dicky Teddy Bear ($53,800)
Made in 1930, the Dicky Bear was made to be a low-cost bear to face the financial issues caused by the Great Depression. This bear was an engagement gift in the same year and treasured for a lifetime before being auctioned at Christie鈥檚 in 2007.
Steiff centre-seam Teddy Bear ($54,922)
Made in 1908, this cinnamon-coloured rare bear had a聽silver brooch with the name 鈥榃ill鈥?.聽It was sold in 2004.
Steiff Tedy Bear with Hot Water Bottle ($61,745)
Made between 1907 and 1914, only 90 of these bears were produced because the bear was not much of a success. The last one known was sold in December 2006.
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The World's Most Expensive Toy Collection: Steiff Teddy Bears
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Toys are magical objects that ignite children's imaginations, entertain them, and over time, become objects of desire for passionate collectors. Across the globe, there are toy collections of immense value, but some stand out due to their historical significance and rarity. Steiff teddy bears are at the forefront of these special collections. Manufactured in Germany, these iconic bears have garnered a vast following worldwide, fetching record prices at auctions. But what makes Steiff bears so special and valuable? Let's take a closer look at the fascinating story of this collection.
The History of Steiff Teddy Bears: Margarete Steiff’s Innovation
The story of Steiff teddy bears begins in the 1880s in a small town in Germany. Margarete Steiff was a woman who, despite living with physical disabilities due to polio, worked with great determination. She first made toy elephants from felt, quickly expanding her collection to include other animal figures. However, in 1902, the creation of a teddy bear inspired by her nephew Richard Stei