{"product_id":"merrythought-cheeky-bear-vintage-collectible-1970s-mohair-teddy-bear-plus-coin-purse","title":"MERRYTHOUGHT 'Cheeky Bear' – Vintage Collectible 1970s, Mohair Teddy Bear plus coin purse","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMerrythought Cheeky Bear – Vintage 1970s London Gold Mohair Teddy Bear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA wonderfully characterful vintage Merrythought Cheeky Bear, estimated to date from the 1970s. The iconic Cheeky design was introduced by Merrythought in 1957, following its earlier debut as “Teddy T” in 1955, and has become one of the company’s most recognisable and enduring teddy bear designs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis particularly sweet Cheeky Bear is made from beautiful \u003cstrong\u003eLondon gold-coloured mohair \u003c\/strong\u003eand features the classic wide, cheeky grin, floppy ears and pale orange muzzle. He has \u003cstrong\u003ebrown velveteen\u003c\/strong\u003e paw pads, with his nose, mouth and claws all carefully hand stitched in black. An aged gold satin ribbon is tied around his neck, completing his traditional vintage appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ebells sewn inside each ear still jingle,\u003c\/strong\u003e adding to his wonderful character and charm. His plastic safety eyes and the satin-style printed label stitched to the lower paw pad are features associated with Merrythought Cheeky Bears produced during the 1960s and 1970s, and \u003cstrong\u003ewe estimate this particular bear to be from the 1970s.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bear retains both his official Merrythought sewn foot label and side label, which is a lovely feature for collectors. He is in \u003cstrong\u003every good condition \u003c\/strong\u003efor his age and displays beautifully. This bear measures 28cm \/ 11\" in height.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlso included is a charming mohair \u003cstrong\u003eteddy bear coin purse \u003c\/strong\u003ewith a stud closure. This is not an original accessory belonging to the bear and is included separately, but makes a delightful accompanying piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Cheeky Bear design remains in production today, making these vintage examples particularly appealing to collectors who appreciate the history and evolution of this much-loved Merrythought character. With his golden mohair, jingling ear bells, cheeky expression and original labels, this is a very \u003cstrong\u003ecute and authentic vintage Merrythought Cheeky Bear\u003c\/strong\u003e and a lovely example of a classic British teddy bear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Top Teddies","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59245249429849,"sku":"MT1172\/MT1173","price":190.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1007\/4816\/5465\/files\/MAH7812.jpg?v=1788165865","url":"https:\/\/www.topteddies.com\/products\/merrythought-cheeky-bear-vintage-collectible-1970s-mohair-teddy-bear-plus-coin-purse","provider":"Top Teddies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}