Bruno the Terrier Beanie Baby

This is an original Ty Beanie Baby known as 'Bruno the Dog', specifically a Bull Terrier breed. The item is a small plush toy, approximately 8-9 inches in length, constructed from smooth, dark brown and white polyester fabric. It features a predominantly brown body and head with a distinctive white blaze running from the muzzle over the forehead, characteristic of the breed's markings. The underbelly and the tip of the tail are also white. It has small, black plastic bead eyes and a black embroidered nose. The plush is soft-filled with a combination of polyester fiber and PE or PVC plastic pellets to give it its signature 'beanie' weight and floppy pose. Notably, the item retains its original heart-shaped Ty 'swing tag' attached to the ear. The interior of the tag identifies the name as 'Bruno' and lists a 'Date of Birth' as September 9, 1997. The presence of the tag is a critical indicator of value and authenticity. The tag appears slightly creased or bent, which is a common condition issue for these collectibles. The fabric overall appears clean with no significant staining, odors, or surface wear visible in the image. This specific model was introduced in 1998 and retired in 1999, placing it squarely in the late 1990s peak of the Beanie Baby craze. The stitching shows consistent factory quality typical of Ty Inc. production from this era.

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