Santa Plush Appraisal

Russ Berrie Santa with List Plush Figurine

This is a whimsical plush figurine depicting Santa Claus, likely manufactured by Russ Berrie, indicated by the 'RUSS' tag prominently displayed. The Santa figure is designed with a stout body, characteristic of traditional Santa imagery. His beard and head hair are crafted from thick, white yarn, giving a rich, textured, and voluminous appearance. He wears a traditional red Santa suit, though only the upper body and parts of the lower body are clearly visible, appearing to be made of a red fabric, possibly felt or a similar soft material. A pair of small, round, wire-frame glasses sits on his soft, pink nose. A long, narrow white paper scroll, simulating Santa's 'naughty or nice' list, is clutched in his left arm, with names such as 'David', 'Karen', 'Linda', 'Cindy', 'Jimmy', 'Kelly', and 'Bill' faintly legible, along with 'Phillip'. His legs end in black boots with gold-colored buckles, implying a more solid or weighted base for stability. The overall condition appears excellent, with no visible wear, tears, stains, or damage, suggesting that it has been well-preserved or is relatively new. The tag shows 'RUSS' in white lettering on a teal background, confirming the manufacturer. The item exhibits good craftsmanship for a plush collectible, suitable for holiday decoration. Given the manufacturer and style, it likely dates from the late 20th or early 21st century.