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CheckerBee Collector's Value Guide Ty Plush Animals 2000 Edition

This item is a softcover collector's value guide titled "Ty Plush Animals" from the year 2000, published by CheckerBee. The cover prominently features a vibrant purple border with an orange inner frame, and a large gold-colored seal on the top left corner indicating it is the "2000 Edition." The title "Ty Plush Animals" is displayed in a playful orange font. Beneath the title, it lists various Ty product lines included in the guide: "Attic Treasures,™ Baby Ty,™ Beanie Babies,™ Beanie Buddies,™ Teenie Beanie Babies,™ Beanie Kids,™ Pillow Pals,™ Ty Classic™." The lower section of the cover showcases a colorful collage of several Ty plush toys, including a purple monkey, a brown rabbit (possibly a lop-eared variety), a yellow lion, a light purple elephant or mouse figure, a green duck or frog, and a small blonde doll with a blue and white patterned dress. The bottom edge of the cover states "Collector Handbook and Secondary Market Price Guide." The book appears to be in good condition, with minimal visible wear, suggesting it has been well-preserved for its age. The edges appear crisp, and there are no obvious tears, creases, or significant scuffs on the cover. This guide serves as a valuable resource for collectors interested in dating, identifying, and understanding the market value of Ty plush animals from the turn of the millennium.