Vintage Koala Bear Soft Toy Plush By Olympic Toys 14 Inch - Made In Australia
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Great opportunity to own a vintage Koala - I believe this cute little chap is from the late 1990's. What makes him so special is that he was actually born in Sydney, Australia! Not often we see a genuine homegrown Koala and I can't find this model anywhere else. I suspect, as he's an Australian edition not many were made...if you know this model and can date him to a year I'd love to hear from you! He's a beautiful bear (as you know Koalas aren't really bears) and it's time he went on new adventures with a new family!
One thing to 'bear' in mind is that I think he may have had a pal in the distant past as he has velcro on his hands - they'll clasp together but I've seen that Koalas quite often come with a baby. Obviously, the 'baby' is now in his mid 20's so probably went to the city to get a job! Personally, I don't think this makes any difference and I can't even be certain that there was a baby - there's a good chance the velcro is just so he can keep his hands together.
Here's Ebay's AI description.....
This vintage koala bear soft toy plush by Olympic Toys is a must-have for any soft toy collector. Made in Australia, this 14-inch plush is made of high-quality plush material and is perfect for kids and adults alike. The grey colour and medium size (35-60 cm) make it a versatile addition to any collection.
This Australian toy is a great choice for those who love koalas and soft toys. It is a retired piece, making it a unique and rare find. The toy is also washable, ensuring that it can be enjoyed for years to come. Whether you are looking for a gift for a loved one or simply adding to your collection, this vintage koala bear soft toy plush is sure to delight.
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Condition
This is the best part! Usually, after 20+ years these Koalas have been very well loved by their previous guardian with heavy wear, stains, missing eyes and ears etc. This chap has none of those issues. In fact I'd go so far as to say he's in mint condition and not very different to when he was brand new! I suspect he was owned by an adult who put him on display... absolutely no signs of wear whatsoever. I'd give him a 10/10.
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Shipped within 24H tracked. We'll carefully pad and box him so he doesn't get hurt in his journey to you. Don't worry - we won't use hermes/evri as they'd definitely destroy or 'accidentally lose' such a rare and expensive bear with a good resale vale. Will be shipped via Royal Mail tracked so you know he'll definitely arrive!
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