Princess Diana Beanie Baby (Ty Incorporated)

This item is a collectible plush toy manufactured by Ty Incorporated, specifically the royal purple Princess the Bear, known as the Princess Diana Beanie Baby. The bear is constructed from a deep purple velvet-like polyester plush fabric, commonly referred to as 'Tylon.' Its most defining feature is the prominent red heart-shaped cardboard swing tag, or 'Hang Tag,' attached to the left ear by a red plastic 'swift tack' connector. In this specific image, the tag is a 5th generation heart design with the characteristic yellow star containing the words 'BEANIE ORIGINAL BABY' in black text. The gold-leaf border on the tag is visible, indicating a higher production standard. Based on the purple hue and the tag style, this item dates to the 1997-1999 period. The condition appears to be excellent, with the plush fabric maintaining a rich, saturated color and the hang tag showing minimal creasing or edge wear. There are no visible signs of fading, staining, or thread loss in the provided view. The craftsmanship is typical of the high-quality control standards Ty maintained during the Beanie Baby peak, featuring tight seams and symmetric heart tag placement.