Collectible Beanie Appraisal

Ty Beanie Baby 'Sly' the Chameleon

The item is a plush toy, specifically a Beanie Baby, known as 'Sly' the chameleon. It is primarily royal blue on its back and sides, adorned with irregular, organic-shaped black spots, mimicking a leopard or cheetah print. The underside of the toy is a vibrant yellow with a subtle, textured pattern resembling a giraffe's hide or a very fine, almost stippled, texture. The plush material appears to be a soft velour or similar synthetic fabric. The toy depicts a chameleon with distinct physical characteristics: a pointed snout, small black bead-like eyes, and a thin, bright red felt tongue extended from its mouth, giving it a playful or curious expression. The overall shape is elongated, typical of a lizard or chameleon, with a tail that tapers to a rounded end. The toy measures approximately 8-10 inches in length, consistent with the standard Beanie Baby size. Two tags are visible: a heart-shaped 'Ty' hang tag, iconic for Beanie Babies, attached to its left side, featuring the 'Ty' logo in white and a gold star. The tag appears to be in good condition with no significant creasing or tears, suggesting careful handling. A second small, rectangular tush tag is visible on the underside near the tail, indicating 'Ty Beanie Babies Collection' and possibly other manufacturing details, although the text is not clearly legible. The stitching appears to be intact and even, indicating good construction quality. There are no obvious signs of wear, tear, discoloration, or damage, suggesting the item is in excellent, possibly near-mint, condition, which is crucial for collectible value. The style period is late 20th century, specifically the 1990s, when Beanie Babies were at the height of their popularity. The craftsmanship is consistent with mass-produced collectible plush toys of that era.