Bearcedes Appraisal

Boyds Town Village - Ted E's Bearcedes

This item is a collectible resin figurine base from the Boyds Town Village collection produced by The Boyds Collection Ltd. Specifically, this piece is titled 'Ted E's Bearcedes'. The item is constructed from cold-cast resin, a popular material for detailed miniatures due to its ability to hold fine detail. The base is an off-white or cream color with an irregular, organic edge shape, measuring approximately 2 inches in length. It features official black printed markings on the bottom which include the trademarked series name, the specific model name, the copyright symbol followed by 'TBC 2000', a small bear paw-print logo, and the 'MADE IN CHINA' origin stamp. The bottom is equipped with four small, grey circular felt or foam pads at the corners to protect display surfaces from scratching. This piece dates to the year 2000, placing it in the late-contemporary era of the brand's peak popularity. In the background, two ornate white porcelain vessels are visible, featuring gold-gilded handles and applied pink ceramic floral accents with scrollwork relief, which are separate items not part of the primary identification. The condition of the figurine base appears excellent with no visible cracks, chips, or significant scuffing, maintaining the integrity of the printed text.