Steiff vintage standing Leopard stuffed animal original w/ Stieff tag Green eyes

Description

original, genuine, authentic, Vintage Steiff-Germany collectible. i bought it in Belgium in a collector's shop.
Standing position, slightly flexible legs, but will not bend to sit.
Original Green glass eyes, whiskers, ears, tail, fur.
slight mohair loss on 1cm x 1cm square on the top/side, photo taken and included above. no other damage observed.
no odor ! item just smells like a stuffed animal of its age would/should.
perfect for the collector. well preserved !
please ask any additional questions and i will do all possible to answer them.
the age is estimated to be around 1969, prompting the 2 category listing, 1970-current and 1946-1969. Collectors/Enthusiasts may have a better idea as to the year of manufacture.
**identical items have recently sold with major fur loss and no steiff tag for 0 USD on ebay.**
measures:
10" long x 4" tall x 2.5" wide