Novelty pin-back badge or lapel pin reading 'Won't You be MY Teddy Bear?'
Estimated Value
$10-$35
A small round novelty pin or badge with a cream-colored face, green border, and red printed text reading 'Won't You be MY Teddy Bear?'. The design is simple and playful, likely intended as a romantic or humorous wearable accessory. The visible construction suggests a lightweight promotional or souvenir pin, possibly made with a paper insert under a clear protective surface or a printed celluloid face. The metal pin point is visible at the bottom, indicating a lapel-style fastening mechanism.
Era
Mid-20th century to late 20th century (likely 1950s-1970s style; exact date unknown)
Origin
Likely United States
Material
Printed paper or celluloid face with metal pin-back hardware
Condition
Good overall; visible light age toning, minor surface wear, and slight edge scuffing. Pin hardware appears intact from visible portion.
Physical Details
Dimensions
Approximately 2 to 2.5 inches in diameter
Weight
Light
Authentication
Authenticity Score
Medium; the item appears period-appropriate and genuinely vintage in style, but lack of maker's mark, back view, or construction details prevents firm dating or attribution.
Provenance
Likely mass-produced as a novelty or gift-shop item, possibly sold at fairs, souvenir stands, or as a romantic accessory. No maker's mark visible, so precise provenance is unknown.
Historical Significance
Represents mid-century novelty and sentiment-themed pinback memorabilia, a popular form of inexpensive personal expression and advertising. Items like this are of interest to collectors of pinback buttons, romantic ephemera, and mid-century pop culture memorabilia.
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