Steiff Keyring
Collectable Bears From Steiff
We all had a most favorite stuffed animal when we were young, and as adults, this fondness of our stuffed toys has prompted us to become collectors of them, especially those made by Steiff.
Stuffed animals that are in great condition are sought after by collectors at auctions and fairs.
The Steiff stuffed animals history begins in the town of Giengen an der Brenz in Germany, around 1880.
Margarete Steiff, a wheelchair bound seamstress, made toy animals from her own designs as a hobby.
She designed and created cute animals, such as cats, dogs, pigs and elephants.
The company, as we know it today, began when Margarete’s nephew Richard Steiff invented the first bear with jointed limbs in 1902.
This bear rapidly became popular in the US and around the world, as it won first place at the World Exhibition in St. Louis in 1904.
It later became known as the teddy bear, named after President Teddy Roosevelt.
Steiff is well known for its superior quality stuffed animals, and they are still produced today in the town of Giengen.
Today, Giengen is the location of the Steiff factory and Adventure museum, and the town is a mecca for those who are fans and collectors of stuffed animals.
The museum tells the history of the products and a gift shop sells bears, replicas of past animal products, historic catalogues and porcelain.
The Steiff Classic range is the top end of the product line, with hand made Steiff stuffed animals of wild animals, farm animals and the famous bears.
Several of the designs are said to date back to the early 1900′s.
There is also a bear with a stitched on Valentine’s heart, which makes a romantic gift.
The range also includes characters from the Beatrix Potter stories, including Peter Rabbit and the Mrs. Tiggy Winkle hedgehog.
Another children’s favorite is available in Paddington Bear, with his trademark blue hat and red duffle coat.
The majority of Steiff baby animals are created with babies and toddlers in mind.
Crafted from high quality, durable materials, the collection includes kittens, puppies and lambs.
The Cosy Animal selections by Steiff are machine washable. Other products in the line include clothing, bags, keyrings and gift sets made especially for children.
Another great collection is the Steiff Limited Edition selection that showcases a pink and grey replica of the world famous 1908 teddy bear.
This selection also includes a Pierrot Bear, a Moon Bear and a fantastic Grizzly Bear.
This range also has a stuffed Rupert Bear, another favorite character from story books.
Although Steiff produces several categories of stuffed animals, the will always be known for creating the teddy bear.
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Steiff Keyring Rabbit Light Brown $14.50 Make your keys a little more at home with this adorable key ring with a plush rabbit. Made of cuddly soft plush, machine washable, and each about 4″ long.Features include: •Rabbit Keychain•Made of cuddly soft plush•Machine washable•About 4″•Made in Germany, and includes the famous ?button in the ear? Steiff trademark tag… |
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Steiff Cosy Friends: 4 Hedgehog Key Ring Introducing Steiff’s new Cosy Friends key chains. They’re perfect for your keys, or to decorate a handbag, backpack or briefcase! This 4″ Hedgehog is made from the softest grey and taupe plush and comes with a secure silver colored metal clip…. |
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Steiff Plush Cow Keyring – 110245 $14.50 |
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Steiff Plush Brown Bear Keyring – 112065 $14.50 |
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Steiff Plush Lion Keyring $16.00 |
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Steiff Plush Elephant Keyring $16.00 |
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STEIFF KEY RING Golden Retriver Puppy made from SOFT PLUSH 5 in $16.99 |
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Steiff Teddy bear Key ring Hello Kitty Limited Ver $99.99 |
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Steiff Felt – Anchor Teddy Bear Keyring – 35449 $65.00 |
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Steiff Felt – Grey Felt Teddy Bear Keyring – 35685 $65.00 |
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Steiff Felt – Grey Felt Dolphin Keyring – 35708 $65.00 |
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Steiff 4″ BLOND MOHAIR TEDDY BEAR KEY RING – 039300 RETIRED $49.99 |
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STEIFF SELECTION KEY RING Ltd CANDY CANE TEDDY BEAR w SWAROVSKI STONE 035838 $69.99 |
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New Steiff KEYRING Lamb EAN 110221 $20.00 |
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STEIFF – DOG KEYRING – 4 INCHES $17.95 |
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STEIFF – CHARLIE KEYRING – 4 INCHES – 111884 – PLUSH – MACHINE WASHABLE $17.95 |
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STEIFF – JAMES TEDDY BEAR KEYRING – 111570 – 4 INCHES $17.95 |
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New Steiff Teddy Bear Keyring Bag Charm Fynn 111600 $18.89 |
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Steiff rabbit / bunny plush keyring EAN 112003 $18.18 |
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STEIFF Keyring Teddy bear BRAND NEW WITH CERT. BOX & FELT BAG EAN 035838 $71.13 |
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Steiff Felt Keyrings – Teddy and Elephant – made of felt $42.00 |
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Steiff Keyring ~ Mohair ~ Peky Mouse $34.00 |
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Steiff Keyring ~ Mohair ~ Mini Bear $52.00 |
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Steiff Keyring ~ Mohair ~ Mini Bear Russet $52.00 |
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STEIFF Christmas Keyring felt Teddy NEW WITH CERT. BOX & FELT BAG EAN 036132 $98.00 |
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NEW STEIFF BUDDHA KEYRING KEYCHAIN TEDDY BEAR MOHAIR Ideal Gift 039157 $62.44 |
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New Steiff KEYRING JAMES BEAR 4″ Plush EAN 111570 Free Ship $15.99 |
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Steiff KEYRING Rd Brown Teddy Bear 3″ Mohair EAN 039003 $49.99 |
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Steiff KEYRING Cafe Teddy Bear 3″ Mohair EAN 039096 $49.99 |
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STEIFF – LAMB KEYRING – 4 INCHES – WHITE WOOL $17.95 |
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Steiff New Blond Dormy Rabbit Keyring EAN 032578 $49.99 |
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Steiff New Apricot Dormy Rabbit Keyring EAN 032592 $49.99 |
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