MERRYTHOUGHT 'Johnny The Evacuee Bear' Limited Edition - exclusive Danbury Mint

MERRYTHOUGHT 'Johnny The Evacuee Bear' Limited Edition 406/1939 - exclusive Danbury Mint

Own a meaningful piece of British history with the Merrythought exclusive for the Danbury Mint, 'Johnny The Evacuee Bear,' a limited edition collectible numbered 406 of 1939. Created to commemorate the 75th Anniversary of 'Operation Pied Piper', this bear pays tribute to the extraordinary moment at the start of the Second World War when millions of children were evacuated from Britain’s cities to the safety of the countryside.

Beautifully crafted with Merrythought’s renowned attention to detail, Johnny captures both the innocence and resilience of that generation, making him far more than a traditional teddy bear. He stands as a touching reminder of a significant historical event, brought to life through expert design and quality materials.

Johnny The Evacuee Bear is beautifully crafted from soft mohair and thoughtfully designed with a gently aged character finish, giving him the appearance of a well-loved companion from a bygone era. Every detail of his presentation reflects the story he represents, as he is dressed in his “best” clothes ready for departure, wearing a classic school uniform complete with grey shorts, a green blazer, crisp white shirt, and striped tie.

Adding to his authenticity, Johnny features an evacuation date tag attached neatly to his lapel, along with his traditional school cap. Around his neck hangs his gas mask box, an iconic detail of the time, completing his historically inspired look.  With flattened lower paws so he can stand unaided.

Height: 13" / 33cm

Rich in character and storytelling, this carefully detailed bear captures both the innocence and poignancy of the wartime evacuation period, making him a truly special and evocative collectible.  A rare find in this excellent condition with all original accessories, paperwork and outer packaging, plus Merrythought label stitched to his paw.