Many people will run an auction claiming their item is Steiff, if identication is no longer attached, but it turns out it's not Steiff. To be an educated consumer, as with any collectible, do your research! ...
Over the years, I have spoken to many collectors about their position on restorations both small and large on pieces they both own and look to purchase. The resounding answer that I hear over and over is this...
One of the universal gifts of friendship is the teddy bear. I usually find old ones and either sell them to find those bears a new home or take a special bear that I might find and give it to a special...