Steiff Teddybär 30 Danbury Mint 2001, Mohair, 12"

This Steiff Teddybär 30 (article 666360) was made exclusively for Danbury Mint and dated 2001 on its gold-tone medal. Produced in Germany from genuine mohair, the bear features classic Steiff quality with golden-blond plush, shiny black safety eyes, and a hand-stitched nose and mouth. It has the hallmark “Knopf im Ohr” button with yellow ear tag, plus the original multi-language Steiff information booklet still attached. The green satin ribbon supports a double-sided commemorative medal reading “Made exclusively for Danbury Mint by Steiff 2001,” underscoring its special-issue status.

A traditionally styled, 5-way jointed Steiff bear, this piece will appeal to Danbury Mint subscribers, Steiff collectors, and anyone seeking a giftable, high-quality mohair teddy with clear provenance and original identification.

Condition:
Excellent, no damage. Tags, button, ribbon, and medal all present and clean. Please review photos for details.

Size:
12" x 7" x 4"
Campbell’s soup can shown in photos for scale.

About Steiff

Founded in 1880 by Margarete Steiff, the German company Steiff is widely regarded as the world’s premier maker of high-quality plush animals. Steiff revolutionized the toy industry in 1902 with the creation of the first jointed teddy bear, a design that helped ignite the global teddy bear phenomenon. To ensure authenticity, Steiff introduced its trademark “Knopf im Ohr” (“Button in Ear”) in 1904—a feature that has remained a defining hallmark of the brand for more than a century.

Known for exceptional craftsmanship, Steiff continues to produce animals using traditional methods, including hand-finishing, genuine mohair, and meticulously detailed design. Their Classic and Replica series honor historic patterns from the company’s early decades, appealing to collectors who value heritage, quality, and artistry. Today, Steiff remains one of the most respected and collectible names in the world of plush animals and toy history.