Rocket the Blue Jay (Ty Beanie Baby)

Rocket the Blue Jay is a classic Ty Beanie Baby released in 1997. This plush bird measures approximately 6 inches in height and is constructed from vibrant blue and crisp white polyester 'Ty-Silk' fabric. The plush features a distinctive felt beak in black and small, plastic safety eyes. A key design element is the floppy blue crest atop its head and a elongated tail typical of the blue jay species. The item is filled with polyester fiber and PE or PVC pellets, giving it the signature 'beanie' weighted feel. This specific example retains its original 4th or 5th generation heart-shaped 'swing tag,' positioned near the left wing, which indicates it was produced during the height of the Beanie Baby phenomenon. The plush appears to be in very good condition with no visible staining or shedding, though the tag shows minor edge wear or 'creasing' consistent with careful handling. The stitching is tight and professional, characteristic of the mass-produced but high-quality standards set by Ty Inc. during the late 1990s. As a retired collectible, it represents a specific era of toy marketing and consumer culture.

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