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A charity shop in North Yorkshire has caused a stir amongst local residents after putting a golliwog doll up for sale in its window for £4.50.
The teddy, considered by many to be a racist caricature of black people, was first spotted by shoppers in the window of Preloved, in Skipton, on Wednesday.
It was removed on the following Friday, as some residents labelled the display as 'disgusting' and vile'.
However, it is still understood to be for sale for £4.50 inside the store, which raises money for Cancer Support Yorkshire.
Resident Anne, a retired carer, said: 'I was tempted to buy it just to remove it.
'I don't think they [the shop owners] understood the concept of it. I think I might go back and buy it just to stop it being displayed.'
The doll (pictured) has caused outrage amongst local residents who deemed it 'disgusting' and 'vile'
Preloved charity shop raises money for Cancer Support Yorkshire (pictured)
The 64-year-old said a friend went to speak to staff about the doll, but told her they would not be removing it.
'They were laughing about it and were happy for her to take photos,' Anne added.
'It's disgusting, vile, and sickening. Especially as this is a very white area - it's very strange.'
When approached, a staff member said she did not wish to comment but
