Nintendo Toy Appraisal

Piranha Plant Plush Toy

This item is a plush toy designed to resemble a Piranha Plant from the Super Mario video game series. It features a bright red, bulbous head with a wide-open maw lined with numerous sharp, white triangular teeth, all crafted from soft, short-pile plush fabric. The 'lips' or outer rim of the mouth are a contrasting white plush, giving it a classic cartoonish appearance. Two light green plush leaves extend from the stem just below the head, adding to its plant-like realism within the game's context. The stem itself is covered in a medium green plush and connects to a dark green plush 'pot' or base, mimicking the iconic green pipes from the game that Piranha Plants emerge from. The pot is cylindrical with a slightly flared rim at the top, suggesting it can stand upright on its own. The overall construction appears to be machine-stitched with visible seams, indicating standard plush toy manufacturing. The fabric is clean, showing no major signs of wear, tears, or significant discoloration. The plush material appears well-maintained, suggesting little to no rough handling. A white tag, likely a manufacturer's label or care tag, is visible hanging from the side of the green pot, but its text is illegible. The item appears to be in excellent condition, indicative of either careful display or minimal play. Its quality is consistent with mass-produced licensed merchandise, prioritizing character accuracy and soft, tactile appeal. The estimated age would be relatively modern, likely produced within the last 10-20 years, aligning with contemporary video game merchandise trends.