Ty Beanie Baby 'Princess' Bear (Purple)

This item is a Ty Beanie Baby 'Princess' bear, notable for its distinctive purple plush material. The bear features a standard Beanie Baby design with jointed limbs, a small black stitched nose, and black plastic bead eyes. Its color is a rich, deep violet. A purple ribbon is tied around its neck, which appears to be fastened in a bow. On its chest, there is an embroidered Tudor rose emblem, also rendered in a matching purple thread, though it is slightly difficult to discern fine details from the image. The bear is housed within a clear acrylic display case, which suggests it has been preserved by a collector. Attached to its right ear is the iconic heart-shaped Ty swing tag, protected by a plastic tag protector, indicating it is in original, untagged condition. The tag itself shows the familiar red heart logo with white lettering, and appears crisp and undamaged. The plush material of the bear shows no visible signs of wear, fading, tears, or repairs, maintaining its original sheen and texture. The overall impression is that of an item kept in pristine, collector-grade condition, likely since its initial purchase. The 'Princess' bear was released in 1997 in memory of Diana, Princess of Wales, making it a highly recognizable and often sought-after collectible from the Beanie Babies line. The craftsmanship is consistent with Ty Inc.'s manufacturing standards for this period, featuring tight stitching and symmetrical construction.