Non-Silver Item: Ty Teenie Beanie Baby 'Britannia the Bear' McDonald's Promotional Toy
Plush Toy / Collectible (Not Silver) · Ty Inc. in partnership with McDonald's Corporation for the Ronald McDonald House Charities.
Pattern: Teenie Beanie Babies - International Collection, Britannia the Bear, 1999 McDonald's Promotion.
Type
Plush Toy / Collectible (Not Silver)
Maker
Ty Inc. in partnership with McDonald's Corporation for the Ronald McDonald House Charities.
Material
Polyester fibers and plastic PE pellets (no silver content). Packaging consists of cardboard and a plastic blister pack.
Dimensions
Toy is approximately 5 inches in height; packaging is roughly 9x5 inches. Weight is negligible (approx. 50-70 grams).
Description
This is a mass-produced promotional plush toy from the 1999 McDonald's Happy Meal Teenie Beanie Babies set. 'Britannia' represents the United Kingdom, featuring a brown body and a Union Jack emblem on the left breast. It is sealed in its original 'Mint in Package' (MIP) state.
Key Features
Original 1999 packaging, Union Jack embroidery, red Ty heart logo, and Ronald McDonald House Charities logo.
Material & Composition
Polyester fibers and plastic PE pellets (no silver content). Packaging consists of cardboard and a plastic blister pack.
Finish & Decoration
Brown soft plush fabric with an embroidered Union Jack (UK flag) on the chest and a red ribbon collar.
Hallmarks & Stamps
No silver hallmarks. Features Ty heart logo (tush tag inside) and 'Ty' brand logo on the cardstock. Made in China.
Construction Details
Machine-sewn synthetic textile with die-cut cardboard and vacuum-sealed plastic packaging.
Functional Features
Non-functional decorative plush toy intended for collection or display.
Handle & Grip Details
N/A; no silver-style handles or grips. Fabric limbs are stuffed and floppy.
Craftsmanship Details
Standard industrial mass-production for the toy industry; features basic machine embroidery and thermal-sealed packaging.
Authentication Indicators
Authentic Ty/McDonald's packaging graphics and printing consistent with 1999 production runs.
Origin & Manufacturing
Designed in the USA by Ty Inc., manufactured in China for global distribution.
Era & Period
Late 1990s Pop Culture / 'Beanie Baby Craze' era.
Age Estimate
Produced in 1999 (specific to the McDonald's 20th Anniversary Teenie Beanie promotion).
Cultural Significance
A symbol of the late-90s collectibility bubble; Represents the peak of the Beanie Baby market and fast-food promotional tie-ins.
Condition Notes
Mint in original packaging. The plastic blister is clear and the cardstock appears flat with minimal corner wear.
Value Estimate
$1.00 - $5.00 USD. Despite the 'Britannia' name, the lack of silver content and high production volume limits its value to toy collectors rather than silver investors.
Care & Maintenance
Keep out of direct sunlight to prevent fabric and cardstock fading; do not polish (contains no silver). Store in a cool, dry place to avoid plastic degradation.
Similar Pieces
Standard 9-inch Britannia Beanie Baby; other Teenie Beanies like Maple (Canada) or Erin (Ireland).
Interesting Facts
The name 'Britannia' refers to the female personification of the British Isles, a motif often found on Actual British silver coinage and medals, though this toy contains no metal.