Antique Teddy Bears

Schuco bears started life as mohair and plush covered teddies around 1921 in Germany. The yes/no bear was so named because they had a lever that would move the head from left to right or up and down and contained either squeakers or growlers depending on their size.

By the 1950′s this particular bear was brought back to life in various sizes and colours but again fell from grace in the 70′s when production ended and the company was taken over. In addition to the growlers, some also included musical mechanisms. If you are looking for one of these bears, look for the plastic medallion with “Schuco TRICKY Patent” on one side and “Made in the US zone of Germany”.

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