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Steiff 690587 100th Anniversary Rupert Bear Musical Limited Edition

Making his debut on November 8th 1920 in the Daily Express, illustrator Mary Tourtel introduced the world to Rupert Bear. A resident of Nutwood, he lived with his family and had friends close by. Her stories of friendship, adventure and sometimes magic, all drew you in and still do today. Still featuring in the Daily Express, his cartoon strip is one of the longest running in a newspaper internationally.

Rupert has also featured in Annuals since 1936, yet in 1973 it all changed or rather Rupert did. Due to costing, a decision was made to keep Rupert the same as the unprinted page – white and it is this version, that he is more readily recognised.

Rupert is 33cm / 13″ in size and is three-way jointed (head and arms). He has been sewn from sumptuous white alpaca, with glossy black eyes and a smart hand stitched white nose and black mouth. With his slightly over-large ears he has the most charismatic expression and adorable face. Keeping true to the annuals, Rupert is dressed in a knitted red jumper with yellow checked trousers and matching scarf, finished by lace up white shoes.

As we are celebrating Rupert’s 100th Birthday, this Rupert has something special. A concealed, turn-key music box that plays the tune “Rupert, Rupert the Bear”. It was originally sung by Jackie Lee for his 1970’s TV series and became so popular, that in 1971 the song reached number 14 in the UK pop charts.

This fabulous piece of childhood memorabilia is a UK and Ireland Exclusive of only 1,000 pieces. He will come to you boxed with his numbered certificate of authenticity.

Some quick Rupert Bear facts.
He is 38 years older than Paddington.
He is 8 years older than Mickey Mouse.
He is 6 years older than Winnie-The-Pooh.
But more importantly, he is the Number 1 Bear from Nutwood.

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Approx size: 33 (cm)

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Suitable for: Collector

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We currently use DPD, who aim to deliver in 1-2 days, delivery to remote areas, during busy seasons and severe weather may take longer

Please note someone needs to be to receive the package, or you can select Safe Place, Deliver to Neighbour, or Delivery Date. Please ensure any request is given in ample time to be processed.

We also offer Click and Collect at our Taunton, Somerset Store

Minimum Order Value excluding shipping is £20

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For France, Germany, Netherlands, Spain, Ireland, Italy, Austria, Croatia. Estonia, Finland, Hungary, Poland, Portugal, Sweden, Czech Republic, Luxemburg, Slovakia, Denmark, Bulgaria, Greece, Latvia, Lithuania, Romana and Belgium

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World-wide delivery

We use DPD AIR Classic Service, 4-8 days, subject to customs to the following countries:

USA, Canada, Hong Kong, Singapore, Australia, New Zealand and Japan

Parcels are subject to maximum size, if more than one parcel is required an additional fee will be required, in this case we will contact you before processing.

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Hey, if your chosen cuddle is not for you, this is not a problem, you have 30 days from receipt, to send it back to us, at your cost too: World of Bears, 20 Lower middle Street, Taunton, TA1 1SF.

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About us

Elaine and her team at The Gorge Bear Co and World of Teddy Bears would like to extend an invitation for you to visit her and her many beary friends, over eighteen thousand in fact!

Being established since 1999 in Somersets Cheddar Gorge and County Town of Taunton. The Gorge Bear Co and World of Bears are renowned for being the worlds best and biggest teddy bear cuddly soft toy shop most people will have ever visited.

Don’t be surprised if your breath is taken away as you enter either of these shops. There is something suitable for everyone, from young to old, collectible to cuddly soft toys and something for everyone’s budget.

Based on 9 reviews

LB
Verified CustomerLinda Buni

This has been bought for a present, already an owner of several Steiff Ruperts and friends, this one will add to the collection

24/10/2020
SER
Verified CustomerStephen Edward Roberts

Beautiful as shown on website

11/03/2022
LB
Verified CustomerLiz Britton-cumming

Excellent well made steiff rupert bear even better than expected

04/01/2021
RH
Verified CustomerRichard Hammond

Rupert is a really nice bear especially being musical and although technically I brought him for my wife, he is one of my favourites too.

11/05/2020
AS
Verified CustomerAlice Smyth

Love him. He is of excellent quality delivery was very fast . Would like some of his friends also.

03/02/2021

What are our customers saying?

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Mark Smith
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Excellent, Elaine really cares about her customers... :-)

Clive Elverstone
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Cute and cuddly which was just what I wanted.

Julia Hughes
Verified Customer

Beautiful bear thank you it will make a great christening present

Rebecca Doyle
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A lovely, fun product. Fast delivery. I loved the friendly personalised messages from the team. Will definitely recommend!

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