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Ever wanted Teddy Bear collectibles There are a number of teddy bear companies that produce teddy bears that are loved by teddy collectors. Some of the famous brands include Steiff, Farnell and Bing. All these brands are highly expensive brands. However, arctophiles do not mind spending money on their favorite collectible items. Steiff is the oldest teddy bear company from Germany. They have been producing teddy bears since 1903. No one is still be able to explain what makes these simple fur dolls the most sought after doll in the world. True teddy bear collectors will do anything to acquire original Steiff collectible teddy bears. All Steiff dolls are marked for their originality with a button in the ear bearing their trademark. Initially this button had the symbol of an elephant. Steiff teddy bears were imported to America as early as 1903 by an American buyer who was impressed by these dolls in Leipzig fair. He immediately realized the selling potential of these dolls in America and imported loads of these dolls. These Steiff teddy bears are the most sought after teddy bears by the collectors. Most of these teddy bears imported to America in 1903 had distinctive marks and these teddy bears that made their first entry into America are considered priceless by teddy bear enthusiasts. Many new models and new teddy bear personalities are released regularly to keep the teddy bear collectors happy. These personalities are loved by arctophilists. There are also more affordable teddy bears from “Rare Bears” they are made of mink. Collectors also seek these teddy bears. You find these “Rare Bears” in various shades and shapes. It is rather interesting to see what appeals the collectors; it is not always the most exquisite variety that they are after. The most sought after teddy bears have great historical background. It can be a simple teddy but they will be treasured by the arctophilists for their historical background. Besides, Steiff, Rare Bears, Farnell and Bing there are also other collecters’ choice such as the Boyd series. You can get these teddy bears in a variety of themes often made to imitate human personalities. Their poses resemble so human which makes them popular. The question that often comes to the minds of these teddy lovers is not ‘where’ to buy their teddy bears but ‘where else to find because they would have exhausted all possible places. They look for new places in and around their locality. Some people are ready to travel far and wide to acquire a rare variety of teddy bear. Steiff’s teddy bears celebrate 125th anniversary. To mark their anniversary they released Elefäntle and the teddy bear limited edition set and it is a mark of Steiff’s quality and craftsmanship. This exclusive teddy comes in an attractive showcase. The specialty of this showcase is that it has a drawer to hold the anniversary book. It also has a 24 karat medallion that marks the anniversary. Collecting teddy bear is a wonderful hobby for anyone who likes to amass a huge collection of teddy bears and have fun researching about antique teddy bears and collecting them.
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