1998 Beanie Buddy Appraisal

Ty Beanie Buddy 'Peace' Bear (1998/1999)

This item is a Ty Beanie Buddy named 'Peace,' the larger counterpart to the original Beanie Baby version. This plush bear features a vibrant, multi-colored tie-dye patterned fabric made of high-quality Tylon, which is a soft, long-pile synthetic fiber characteristic of the Beanie Buddy line. Due to the tie-dye process, the color distribution of orange, green, yellow, and fuchsia is unique to this specific bear. A distinctive peace symbol is embroidered on the left side of the bear's chest in multi-colored thread. It has hard plastic black eyes and a black plastic nose. The bear dates to approximately 1999, following the 1996 release of the Beanie Baby version. One of the most critical value factors is the presence of the iconic red 'heart' hang tag, which appears to be in excellent condition with no visible creases or tears. The plush itself shows no signs of matting, stains, or damage, consistent with the user's description of '100% perfect condition.' The size is approximately 14 inches tall, making it significantly larger than the standard Beanie Baby. The construction is robust with clean stitching and soft polyester fiber filling. It bears the official Ty trademark, signifying its authenticity within the late 90s collectible plush market.