Character Plush Appraisal

Grumpy Bear Plush Toy

This item is a plush toy depicting Grumpy Bear, a character from the Care Bears franchise. The bear is predominantly a vibrant cerulean blue color, made from a soft, presumably synthetic, plush material. It features a distinct facial expression characteristic of Grumpy Bear, with downturned eyebrows and mouth, conveying a perpetually disgruntled look. The eyes are large and black, outlined in white, with small white pupils. The nose is a dark blue, and the muzzle area is a lighter, off-white. The inner ears are also off-white. On its belly, the bear has its iconic 'belly badge,' which is a dark blue cloud with three light blue raindrops falling from it, and a small red heart incorporated into the design of the raindrops, signifying emotion. The paws have embroidered dark blue hearts on the center of each pad, which are visible on the front and back paws in the image. A small white fabric tag is visible dangling from the bear's left side, likely containing manufacturing or care information. The plush appears to be in excellent, like-new condition, with no visible signs of wear, fading, tears, or repairs. The stitching appears consistent and well-executed, indicative of good manufacturing quality for a mass-produced plush toy. Based on the contemporary appearance and lack of significant wear, it is likely a modern production, possibly dating from the 2000s or later, rather than a vintage item. Its construction points to it being a standard commercial plush, designed for play or collection.