In 1989 Steiff began, what would become quite the tradition. It was the British Collectors Bear, an annual release created exclusively for the UK and Ireland. The popularity and anticipation for this much coverted creation, not only began to interest the collectors in the UK and Ireland, but Worldwide too.
You see, it’s quite a special Limited Edition, crafted out of the finest mohair and manufactured only during the year of release, making it an ideal keepsake, for something that was/is memorable and unique, to not only you, but your loved ones. From Births and Christenings, to Landmark Birthday’s, Engagements, Weddings, Anniversaries even to mark your Graduation or most recent triumph.
In 2014, Steiff decided to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of these much sought after Bears, by not only releasing it’s annual design for 2014, but by also releasing ‘Jubilee’ a commemorative piece, designed to encompass the memory of those who came before him.
Below are some glorious British Collectors Bears from previous years.