King Charles launches new teddy bear merchandise with eye-watering price tag
The last person you'd think would need a side hustle is the King of England, and yet King Charles III has surprised us all, releasing new merchandise.
The monarch has released a new, limited edition teddy bear in his own likeness, sold via The Highgrove Shop, part of the King's estate, the Highgrove House in Gloucestershire.
According to the description provided on the site, the HM King Charles III Bear was created by renowned toy manufacturing company Merrythought, known for their teddy bears.
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King Charles III has launched a new piece of merch. Victoria Jones - Pool/Getty Images
"This exquisite royal teddy bear is made from the finest silver-coloured mohair plush combined with soft cotton velvet for a luxurious feel," it read.
"Its left paw is beautifully embroidered in gold thread with His Majesty King Charles III's official Royal Cypher, highlighting its exclusive royal connection."
The bear also has deep blue eyes, similar to the monarch, as well as a hand-stitched smile, "capturing a wise and regal expression that reflects the character of the reigning monarch."
The HM King Charles III Bear has a whopping price tag of $557. The Highgrove Shop
"Draped in the authentic Royal Victorian Order Sash – crafted from official ribbon and accented with Italian gold tassels – the bear also proudly displays a detailed enamel and gold-plated replica of the prestigious Order of the Garter star, fastened with a gold-capped stud."
The Royal Victorian Order Sash is an order of Knighthood, recognising distinguished personal service to the monarch, members of the royal family, or to any viceroy or senior representative of the monarch.
Charles is currently the sovereign of the order.
Meanwhile, "the Order of the Garter Star symbolises the oldest and most esteemed British Order of Chivalry, worn by His Majesty at significant royal ceremonies, including the 2023 coronation," according to the description.
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The King's Birthday Edition Bear is a little more afforable. The Highgrove Shop
The limited-edition teddy bear is strictly an adult's collectible item and is not intended to be a toy, being priced at a whopping £269.00 (approx. $557).
Each bear is individually numbered within the limited run of 1,948 pieces, with each coming with a Certificate of Authenticity and presented in an elegant luxury gift box.
If the HM King Charles III Bear is slightly out of budget, The King's Birthday Edition Bear is also available for sale on the site, now on sale.
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Previously priced at £175 (approx. $362), fans can now nab it for £150 (approx. $310.62).
With only 500 in circulation, this teddy bear has honey-brown fur, with its paws embroidered with His Majesty's cypher alongside a gold Highgrove Crown emblem and a royal blue and gold satin double bow tied around it's neck.
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