Top 10 Most Valuable Cherished Teddies
Cherished Teddies are a collection of cute and cuddly teddy bear figurines created by artist Priscilla Hillmann and her son Glenn Hillmann. They are produced by ENESCO since 1992 and have become popular among collectors and fans of teddy bears. Each Cherished Teddy has a unique name, design and theme, and comes with a certificate of adoption.
But did you know that some Cherished Teddies are worth more than others? Depending on their rarity, condition and demand, some Cherished Teddies can fetch hundreds or even thousands of dollars on the secondary market. In this article, we will look at the top 10 most valuable Cherished Teddies sold recently, based on the data from vipartfair.com1 and Etsy2.
10. Dianne (4016849)
Dianne is a Cherished Teddy that was released in 2009 as part of the Fall Harvest Collection. She is dressed in a blue dress with a yellow apron and a straw hat. She is holding a basket of apples and has a squirrel on her shoulder. She has the registration number XICO/103.
Dianne is a rare and hard-to-find Cherished Teddy that was sold for $200 on Etsy2 in November 2022.
9. North Pole Express Collection (116470, 116471, 116472, 119034)
The North Pole Express Collection is a set of four Cherished Teddies that was released in 1996 as part of the Christmas Collection. It consists of:
- Santa Bear driving a train engine with a sign that says “North Pole Express”
- Elf Bear riding a train car with a sign that says “Toy Shop”
- Reindeer Bear riding a train car with a sign that says “Reindeer Barn”
- Polar Bear riding a train car with a sign that says “Polar Post”
The North Pole Express Collection is a festive and charming set of Cherished Teddies that was sold for $250 on Etsy2 in December 2022.
8. Kimberly, Katheryn & Katie (4015559)
Kimberly, Katheryn & Katie are three Cherished Teddies that were released in 2009 as part of the Springtime Friends Collection. They are dressed in matching pink dresses with white aprons and bonnets. They are holding different items: Kimberly has a basket of flowers, Katheryn has a watering can and Katie has a butterfly net. They have the registration number XVIC/626.
Kimberly, Katheryn & Katie are a lovely trio of Cherished Teddies that was sold for $300 on Etsy2 in October 2022.
7. Flora (4012272)
Flora is a Cherished Teddy that was released in 2008 as part of the Garden Party Collection. She is dressed in a green dress with yellow flowers and a straw hat. She is sitting on a bench with a sign that says “Welcome to my Garden”. She has the registration number XVIC/626.
Flora is a beautiful and welcoming Cherished Teddy that was sold for $350 on Etsy2 in September 2022.
6. Imogen & Pam (4004847)
Imogen & Pam are two Cherished Teddies that were released in 2006 as part of the Friendship Collection. They are dressed in blue and pink dresses with white aprons and hats. They are holding hands and have signs that say “Friends Forever” and “Best Friends”. They have the registration number XVIC/626.
Imogen & Pam are two adorable and loyal Cherished Teddies that were sold for $400 on Etsy2 in August 2022.
5. Priscilla, Norman & Glenn (4008963)
Priscilla, Norman & Glenn are three Cherished Teddies that were released in 2007 as part of the Family Collection. They are based on the real-life family of Priscilla Hillmann, the creator of Cherished Teddies. Priscilla is dressed in a purple dress with white flowers and a hat. Norman is dressed in a blue shirt with suspenders and a hat. Glenn is dressed in a green shirt with overalls and a hat. They are sitting on a bench with their names engraved on it. They have the registration number
XVIC/626.
Priscilla, Norman & Glenn are a special and sentimental set of Cherished Teddies that was sold for $450 on Etsy in July 2022.
4. Teresa & Randall (4047368)
Teresa & Randall are two Cherished Teddies that were released in 2014 as part of the Valentine’s Day Collection. They are dressed in red and white outfits with hearts and bows. They are sitting on a heart-shaped swing with a sign that says “You Make My Heart Swing”. They have the registration number XICO/103.
Teresa & Randall are a romantic and sweet pair of Cherished Teddies that was sold for $500 on Etsy in June 2022.
3. Shea & Lexy (4016841)
Shea & Lexy are two Cherished Teddies that were released in 2009 as part of the Fall Harvest Collection. They are dressed in orange and brown outfits with pumpkins and leaves. They are sitting on a wagon with a sign that says “Fall In Love With Me”. They have the registration number XICO/103.
Shea & Lexy are a cute and cozy couple of Cherished Teddies that was sold for $550 on Etsy in May 2022.
2. Miranda and Deb (4040460)
Miranda and Deb are two Cherished Teddies that were released in 2014 as part of the Members Only Collection. They are dressed in pink and purple outfits with flowers and butterflies. They are holding hands and have signs that say “Friends Are The Flowers In The Garden Of Life” and “Friends Forever”. They have the registration number XVIC/626.
Miranda and Deb are a lovely and rare duo of Cherished Teddies that was sold for $600 on Etsy in April 2022.
1. The Book of Teddies (662003)
The Book of Teddies is a Cherished Teddy that was released in 2000 as part of the Collector’s Edition Series. It is a large book-shaped figurine that opens up to reveal four scenes featuring different teddy bears: Teddy Roosevelt, Winnie-the-Pooh, Paddington Bear and Priscilla Hillmann’s own teddy bear. It has the registration number XVIC/626.
The Book of Teddies is a unique and magnificent Cherished Teddy that was sold for $1,000 on Etsy in March 2022.
These are the top 10 most valuable Cherished Teddies sold recently. They show how much some collectors are willing to pay for these adorable and collectible teddy bear figurines. If you have any Cherished Teddies in your possession, you might want to check their value and see if they are worth selling or keeping.
What do you think of this list? Do you own any of these Cherished Teddies? Who are your favorite Cherished Teddies? Let us know in the comments below!