29L 1950s-60s Teddy Bear Novelty Buttons, 3/4" Set of 4

Set of four adorable vintage tan teddy bears wearing red neckerchiefs (or scarves/bows) plastic kiddie novelty shank buttons.

Measure approximately 29L, 19 lignes, 18.4 mm, or 23/32 inch (close to 3/4").

They were made in the mid-20th century, 1950s to early 1960s, during the height of colorful molded plastic novelty buttons for children's clothing in the post-war era. This period featured whimsical animal designs (especially teddy bears, often with painted details like black paws/ears/noses, button eyes implied by dots, and festive red accents) on baby rompers, toddler outfits, or holiday-themed kids' wear.

Delightfully detailed 3D molding—including jointed-like limbs, rounded tummies with circle accents, and applied red neckerchiefs painted on—along with the high-profile self-shank (molded integral loop).

The material is molded plastic, a durable thermoplastic (likely acetate, early acrylic, or similar non-flammable synthetic common after celluloid's phase-out in the 1940s), with a glossy tan/beige base and hand-painted or applied black/brown/red details for the paws, ears, nose, eyes, and scarf. This multi-color painting and realistic sculpting match classic mid-century kiddie novelties produced in mass quantities.

These were manufactured in the United States, where companies like Ideal Novelty (or similar firms) and button houses churned out playful animal-themed buttons for the booming children's apparel market.

Their cute, collectible teddy bear motif, a perennial favorite since the early 1900s teddy craze, made them popular. A charming set—teddy bear buttons like these are always favorites among vintage kiddie collectors!