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Teddy Bear
The stuffed bear that became the defining comfort toy of the 20th century. Named after Theodore Roosevelt, teddy bears were mass-produced by the 1920s.
- Era
- 20s
- Released
- 1902
- Category
- toys
- Availability checked
- 7/7/2026
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Why people remember it
- Almost every kid had one — it was the default gift.
- Steiff bears with button-in-ear tags were the premium version.
- One of the first toys marketed for emotional comfort.
Did you know?
- Named after President Theodore Roosevelt after he spared a bear cub on a hunting trip in 1902.
- Morris Michtom and Richard Steiff independently created stuffed bears.
- Steiff's 'Button in Ear' trademark from 1904 identifies authentic vintage bears.
How people search for it
“stuffed bear toy”, “fuzzy teddy bear”, “soft cuddly bear”
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Questions people ask
- Why is it called a teddy bear?
- Named after President Theodore 'Teddy' Roosevelt, who spared a bear cub on a 1902 hunting trip.
- Are vintage teddy bears valuable?
- Early Steiff bears in good condition can sell for thousands.
