December 26th, 2008 | 
Author: Boyd Bear
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 Boyds Bears Plush CARMELLA de BEARVOIRE Hat Bear  US $5.00
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 17 inch Boyds Bear Kringlebeary Resin Statue US $60.00
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 Chases Sit A Spell Bench and Boyds Bear Purse US $25.00
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 Boyds Bear Plush GRAM B SWEET THINKIN OF YA SERIES MWT RETIRED US $9.99
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 Boyds Bear Collection Metal Adjustable Doll Stand Red US $8.95
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 Boyds Bear Racing Family US $5.99
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 Boyds Bears Plush Bethany Thistlebeary 913955 US $9.99
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 Judith GBoyds BearsBear sewing sock monkeyretired NWT US $14.00
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 Boyds Bears Friends BABY BOYDS WOOKIE SNICKLEFRITZ US $6.95
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 Boyds Bear 16 LE Doll ELIZABETH LOCKSLEA WITH CURRY in Box COA Retired US $44.99
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 Boyds Bears Artisan Glenda Z Jodibear 2001 US $6.00
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 Boyds Bears Plush Walter Tinkerbeary with Star 99937V US $9.99
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 NEW So Sweet BOYD`S BEARS girl bear with sweater Archive Collection US $.99
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 Boyds Bears Plush Mae B Bearlove 82002 US $9.99
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 New Boyd`s Bears Friends stuffed cat The cutest US $.99
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 Boyds Bears Plush Skip B Yachtley 913976 US $9.99
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 Boyds Bear and Friends Spunky Boobear Halloween Plush NWT Retired 81003 US $5.99
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 Boyds Bears Plush Hare Rabbit Archer 12 inch with tags US $9.99
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 DALE EARNHARDT SR plush NASCAR teddy bear 3 US $24.99
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 BOYDS FURLEY B BEARSDALE BEAR 16 MWT US $22.50
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 Boyds 9 Bear Collectible Green Velour ribbon Bodice Dress w Basket RETIRED US $11.99
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 Boyds Bears Friends Walter Sabrina Lofton Dolls US $19.99
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 Collection of two boyds Bears stuffed collection music boxs US $15.99
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Collectible Teddy Bears
Practically every child owes a teddy bear and it often remains well loved throughout our lives, or passed on to our children. Many different toys are fashionable with each generation, but the teddy bear has been a constant favorite since the first ones were produced around 1900 and named after Teddy Roosevelt. The story goes that he refused to shoot a captive bear and the teddy bears were named to honor his compassion. Now those early bears have become highly collectible.
Most threadbare teddy bears have little value except to their owners, but some fetch high prices when they come to auction and there is such a thriving market that many companies produce bears solely for collection rather than as a toys for children.
The most well known brand is Steiff. This German company started producing their fully jointed bears in 1902. These realistic bears with their humped backs have always been a firm favorite with collectors and command high prices. Steiff bears are still in production and if you cannot afford the cost of an old bear, a modern one may well be an antique of the future. Steiff bears are recognisable by the brand button in one ear which was first introduced in 1904.
In 1908 the English company Farnell produced their first teddy bear and stayed in production until the 1960s. In 1996 Merythought bought the trade name and started producing replicas of the earlier Farnell bears. Like Steiff, early Farnell bears can cost hundreds, if not thousands of dollars, as long as they are in good condition.
Bing bears date from the same early period as Steiff and Farnell. They are particularly well known for their mechanical toys which are highly prized by collectors.
If your old bear is looking a little worse for wear, there are plenty of restoration companies on the internet, although restoring can be a very expensive option.
Numerous companies now produce collectible teddy bears, and there are several worth considering. Boyd bears are highly popular and you will find plenty available to buy online. Do some research on the the earlier Boyd bears and bear in mind that because they are relatively modern you should be looking for close to mint condition.
Many enterprising bears makers have started creating teddies out of old fur coats, particularly mink. If you have inherited an old coat that you prefer not to wear, why not have it made into a bear which could become a family heirloom. A much better idea than a musty old coat hanging in the closet!
Collectible teddy bears are different from any other type of collection. Perhaps it is memories of our childhood, that makes us become emotionally attached to every bear that we buy. The enjoyment they give makes them worth every cent they cost.
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My Boyd's Bear Pin Broke?
I have a Boyd's Bear Pin and it broke and Super Glue is not working. The pin is a plastic material and don't know what kind of glue to use to put it back together. I love this pin and want it back in one piece. Please help!
I use a glue called E-6000, it holds anything and is easy to find.
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