Plush Bear Appraisal

Birthday Bear Plush Toy (July)

This item is a plush toy, likely a 'Beanie Baby' or similar collectible, characterized by its bear-like form. The head and a ruffled collar are a solid, vibrant red, made of a soft, short-pile plush material. The body, arms, and legs feature a tie-dye pattern with a blend of pastel and bright colors, including shades of pink, purple, blue, green, and yellow, again in a soft plush fabric. The bear has small, black, bead-like eyes and a distinctive red, translucent plastic nose, indicative of many mass-produced collectible plush toys. A notable embroidered detail on the chest or belly area is a yellow rectangular patch with "JULY" written in red, and a row of colorful embroidered birthday candles above it, suggesting this is a birthday-themed bear, specifically for the month of July. The construction appears to be machine-stitched, with visible seams. The condition appears to be good, with no obvious signs of significant wear, tears, or repairs; the plush material retains its vibrancy and texture. While no specific manufacturer's mark is visible in the image, the style strongly suggests a product from a major collectible plush toy company, likely from the late 20th or early 21st century. The craftsmanship, while mass-produced, displays neat embroidery and symmetrical construction typical of this type of item. The specific 'July' tag indicates it is part of a series, likely 'birthday bears' for each month.