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Abstract

A solar-powered decorative article includes a module having an upper surface and a lower structure configured for coupling to the mouth of a transparent or translucent vessel. A solar panel is supported on the upper surface of the module, and a battery, disposed within the module, is recharged by the solar panel. A plurality of light-emitting diodes (LEDs) are suspended from the bottom surface of the module by tethers. A controller is operative to control each LED from OFF or low brightness to a higher brightness over time to produce decorative lighting patterns. The lower structure of the module may include a stopper configured for coupling to the mouth of a bottle, or threads configured for coupling to a jar having a threaded mouth. Each LED may be covered with a decorative, simulated firefly shell, with the controller being operative to control the LEDs to simulate lighting patterns generated by real fireflies.

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