Resin figurine candle titled 'Patriotic Bear' by Claire's (1998)

This collectible bear figurine was produced by Claire's, the popular accessories retailer, as part of their 1998 seasonal candle collection. The piece features a teddy bear dressed in patriotic American flag-themed clothing with a Statue of Liberty crown, celebrating Independence Day and American pride. These small resin figurines were sold as decorative candles in Claire's stores during the late 1990s, part of a broader series that included holiday and seasonal themes throughout the year. Claire's bear candles became nostalgic collectibles for those who grew up shopping at the store during this era. They appeal to collectors of Americana, vintage retail memorabilia, and 1990s nostalgia items. The patriotic theme makes them particularly popular among collectors of Independence Day decorations and American folk art. These pieces represent a specific moment in retail history when accessory stores offered affordable seasonal collectibles that have since gained sentimental value among millennials and Gen X collectors who remember purchasing them as teenagers.