Description

A Steiff Jolly Golly & Bear Set, issued in 1996 exclusively for Dolly Land, London. The accompanying certificate of authenticity identifies this example as No. 00212 from a limited edition of 1,500 sets. Both figures are handcrafted, as stated on the box.

The pair make a colourful display together: Jolly Golly wears a red jacket, yellow waistcoat, white satin bow tie and black-and-white striped trousers, finished with genuine leather shoes. His teddy companion has curly mohair, a stitched brown nose and a royal-blue ribbon.

Jolly Golly measures 34cm and, according to the certificate, has a jointed head and arms. The teddy is fully jointed and measures 30cm in height. Both figures have individually numbered white ear tags, described on the certificate as an indication of their exclusivity.

Collector’s details

• Maker: Steiff.
• Set: Jolly Golly & Bear Set.
• Year: 1996, as stated on the certificate.
• Made exclusively for Dolly Land, London.
• Limited edition: number 212 of 1,500; certificate numbered 00212.
• Both figures handcrafted, as stated on the box.
• Jolly Golly: 34cm, jointed head and arms, red jacket, yellow waistcoat, striped trousers, white satin bow tie and genuine leather shoes.
• Teddy bear: 30cm, fully jointed, curly mohair, royal-blue ribbon and a traditional growler, as described on the certificate.
• Includes the presentation box, rolled certificate of authenticity and Steiff literature shown in the photographs.
• Presentation box size: 47cm × 27cm × 17cm.

Condition

Golly and Teddy are still nestled in their presentation box, with their original securing tags holding both figures in place. They have been left attached, so the teddy’s growler has not been tested and its operation is unconfirmed. Please browse all photographs for a closer look at both figures, their outfits and ear tags, the certificate, accompanying literature and presentation box.