(1919) Bing. Tag Roller Skater Mohair Coffee

(1919) Bing. Tag Roller Skater Mohair CoffeeWonderful rare antique, German Gebruder Bing teddy bear. Dating circa 1919, with his red tag on the arm of his coat. Measuring 8" from skates to tips of ears. Filled entirely with wood wool. Original small black boot button eyes. Nose and mouth stitching are original and horizontal. He has a magnificent mohair coat and a pronounced snout, small cupped ears and felt pads. Wonderful old bear,with obvious wear but still sturdy and strong for his 100

wood wool filled

the first year of production

Date 1922 Make   Button   Label Fabric Mohair Blond Size 18 ins Eyes Glass Features Original Stitching Jointed Pads Stuffing Woodwool Clothes Growl Number 137V

We have also had two other examples of bears on this coaster toy and have seen another

Poor Oodle

His coat is thick golden cinnamon mohair

His head is a little floppy but that gives him character

He has beige velveteen pads for his paws which are a little worn

He is a fabulous Mr

This is a lovely Black American bear who is approximately 20 ins tall

Date 1917 Make Dean's Rag Book Tru To Life Patent

made by Merrythought only for two years 1966-1968