Counterfeit Digest Magazine Appraisal

Mary Beth's Bean Bag World Monthly - Counterfeit Digest Magazine with Beanie Babies Counterfeit Guide

This item is a copy of "Mary Beth's Bean Bag World Monthly" magazine, specifically a "Counterfeit Digest" edition, identified as 'Collector Series #1'. The cover features prominent text indicating a focus on identifying counterfeit Beanie Babies, with the headline "EXCLUSIVE Beanie Babies Counterfeit Guide". Two plush toys, likely Beanie Babies, are depicted on the cover: one dark blue/purple and one orange/red, silhouetted against a light blue background. A large yellow starburst graphic advertises a "FREE Supplement $4.99 Value". The bottom right corner of the cover also features the iconic red heart-shaped Beanie Baby tag logo. The magazine appears to be constructed from typical glossy paper used for periodical publications. The visible condition suggests some general handling wear; there are slight creases or bends evident on the cover, particularly along the edges and corners, though no severe tears or stains are immediately apparent. There is a handwritten inscription in blue pen on the top left of the cover, partially legible as "Fellowship" or similar, indicating a possible signature or personal note. This handwriting appears to be over the image of the blue plush toy. The magazine's style and content place it firmly within the late 1990s to early 2000s, coinciding with the peak popularity of Beanie Babies and the subsequent emergence of numerous counterfeit versions. It would have served as a valuable resource for collectors seeking to authenticate their acquisitions.