Sanrio Plush Appraisal

Christmas-themed Hello Kitty Plush Doll

This is a plush doll depicting the character Hello Kitty, designed with a Christmas theme. The doll stands approximately 6-8 inches tall, as indicated by its size relative to the hand holding it. The main body of Hello Kitty is made from a soft, textured white plush fabric, giving it a slightly fuzzy appearance. Her facial features are embroidered: two round brown eyes and a small oval yellow nose. Three thin black embroidered whiskers are present on each side of her face. She wears a festive two-piece outfit. The top part of the dress is a vibrant lime green velvet-like material, adorned with small red embroidered berries and tiny white pearl-like beads. A delicate, frilly cream-colored trim is visible around the neckline. The bottom part of the dress is a ruffled skirt made from a rich, deep red velvet-like fabric, creating a layered effect. On her left ear, she sports a small, decorative embellishment consisting of a red bow made of fabric, featuring two small green glitter-covered spheres and a cream-colored fuzzy sphere, resembling acorns or berries. The plush appears to be in excellent condition with no visible tears, stains, or significant wear and tear. The colors are vibrant and the fabric textures are consistent, suggesting good preservation or relatively new manufacturing. This item likely dates from the late 20th to early 21st century, given the character's popularity during this period and the contemporary style of plush toys. The craftsmanship appears to be of standard quality for licensed character merchandise, with neat stitching and well-applied decorative elements. There are no visible manufacturer's marks or tags in the provided image.