From The Steiff Archive: Ball Ornament - 6cm

Margarete Steiff established the company archive in 1880 in which at least one example of everything produced has been kept, including examples of every limited edition since the 1980’s. The numbers 1 and 12 of the editions, plus the prototype, were archived.
Why number 12? When limited editions were launched, the original idea was to archive 1 and 2 of an edition. However, it was decided not to take another single digit piece (No. 2) out of circulation, so a compromise was to take number 12, when 1 and 2 appear together.
Every archive piece is identified with an archive swing tag that details the piece, as well as an entry in the archive record books, which date back to Margarete’s days!
Each limited edition has its original gift box, some of which show archive details, and features an additional exclusive certificate to verify its origin as being from the archive.

Originally launched in 2006, this wonderful ball ornament from the Steiff Archive has been crafted in the traditional manner by hand from the finest mohair. Comprising of 6 brightly coloured panels in red, yellow, blue, green, white and black, this ornament features Steiff's gold-plated button with limited edition red and white tag and a high-quality golden ribbon attached to so it can be displayed proudly on the tree or all year long!

This rare piece was limited to 2006 pieces worldwide and comes with it's numbered certificate in it's original Steiff presentation box.

• Size: 6cm / 2.5 inches
• Unjointed
• Age: 14+
• Surface washable

Margarete Steiff GmbH is the oldest and most famous teddy bear and soft toy manufacturer in the world. Founded in 1880 by Margarete Steiff, the company motto is “Only the best is good enough for our children”. Credited with inventing the first teddy bear in 1902, the company is best known for its “Button in Ear” trademark.