Bean Bag Toy Appraisal

Mary Beth's Bean Bag World Magazine

This item is a copy of 'Mary Beth's Bean Bag World' magazine, specifically issue #3, as indicated by '3' on the bottom right corner of the cover. The magazine features a dominant purple background at the top, transitioning to a light green background towards the bottom. The title 'Mary Beth's Bean Bag World' is prominently displayed in bold, multi-colored letters, with a small photograph of a woman, presumably Mary Beth, near the title. The cover art centrally features a dark-colored, possibly purple or black, Beanie Baby-style teddy bear. A red heart shape is visible near the bear's right shoulder (viewer's left). Text on the left side of the cover advertises 'EXCLUSIVE' content, although the specific details are blurry and difficult to discern. Similarly, text on the right side is also present but illegible due to blurriness. A 'Bonus' section is highlighted on the lower left, with some text beneath it that appears to mention 'Princess Diana' or similar, suggesting content related to collectible bean bag toys. The overall condition appears fair to good for a paper item, with no immediately obvious tears, severe creases, or water damage, though the image quality makes a definitive assessment challenging. The magazine is likely from the late 1990s or early 2000s, aligning with the peak popularity of Beanie Babies and related collectibles. Its primary purpose would have been to provide news, articles, and insights for collectors of bean bag toys, featuring details on new releases, rarity, and collecting trends. The craftsmanship is typical of mass-produced print media, with glossy paper and color printing.