Patti the Platypus (Magenta/Fuchsia Version) Ty Beanie Baby

This item is a Ty Beanie Baby known as 'Patti the Platypus.' This specific iteration features a vibrant magenta or fuchsia-colored polyester plush fabric on the body, contrasted with orange felt-like material for the bill and four webbed feet. The item measures approximately 8-9 inches in length. It is constructed with traditional Beanie Baby craftsmanship, utilizing small plastic pellets (PVC or PE beads) for internal weighting, giving it a characteristic floppy feel. The eyes are small black plastic beads securely fastened to the face. A critical feature of this specimen is the presence of its 'heart' swing tag, which is attached via a plastic 'swift tach.' The visible interior of the swing tag includes the name 'Patti', the style number 4022, and a birth date listed as 1-6-93. It also mentions 'Handmade in China.' Regarding condition, the plush appears clean with bright dye retention and no visible balding or staining. The swing tag is attached and appears to be in good condition, though it shows a slight crease or curve. The tush tag is also visible at the rear of the plush. Patti was one of the original nine Beanie Babies released in 1993, and this magenta version followed the ultra-rare deep raspberry color, making it a classic piece from the mid-1990s collection era.