Tara (1953) Label "Made in Republic of Ireland" Dean's Mouse Ear ’Grace’ an early Merrythought teddy

’Grace’ an early Merrythought teddy bear circa 1930

) high (some general wear and thinning)

black stitched nose and mouth

hand pads replaced

He is a gorgeous teddy and a very rare boy today

Tara (1953) Label "Made in Republic of Ireland" Dean's Mouse Ear ’Grace’ an early Merrythought teddyThis label is on is a Tara Toys laughing bear from 1953 He has a partial label on his foot, enough to make out 'Made in Republic of Ireland. This bear is featured in Sue Pearsons "A Collectors Guide to bears",1997 p83, also in "Teddy Bears a complete collectors guide" by Sue Pearson in 2006, p74. . Description Date 1953 Make Tara Toys Button Label Yes Fabric Mohair Size 15 ins Eyes Glass Features Laughing Bear Jointed Fully Jointed Pads Rexine