STEIFF 'Schulanfänger-Bär' /School Starter Bear, Grün(Green) 30 - White Tag 420139 - Club Edition

STEIFF-CLUB EDITION Teddy 1998/99 - Schulanfänger-Bär (School Starter Bear), Grün(Green) 30 - white tag 420139  

A charming and culturally significant Club Edition from Steiff, the Schulanfänger-Bär (School Starter Bear) was created for the 1998/99 Steiff Club to celebrate the cherished German tradition of a child’s first day of school (Einschulung).

Distinctive and instantly recognisable, this edition is crafted from pale lime-green mohair - an unusual and highly displayable colourway within the Steiff canon. He features delicately stitched pink wool-felt paw pads, fully jointed limbs and head, and expressive green and black eyes. His hand-stitched nose and mouth reflect the meticulous craftsmanship synonymous with Steiff.

Adding narrative charm and collectible depth, he wears a traditional brown leather satchel and comes complete with a classic candy-filled cone (Schultüte), symbolising the celebratory German school tradition. A porcelain pendant further enhances his presentation. When gently pressed, he emits a delightful squeak, adding interactive character to this thoughtfully designed piece.

This example is accompanied by its original certificate (No. 02673), pendant, cone, and satchel - all preserved in good-plus to excellent condition - and remains housed in its original presentation box with the outer trade carton, ensuring strong collector integrity.

Height: 12” / 30 cm

A culturally evocative and increasingly sought-after Steiff Club Edition - particularly appealing to collectors who value narrative design, complete presentation, and late-1990s Club exclusives.