Vintage GUND Millennium Bear "JOY" 2000 – Rare Limited Edition 26" Plush Teddy Bear – Exclusive for May Department Stores!

Turn back the clock to Y2K with this charming collectible from GUND's Millennium series! This large "JOY" edition teddy bear was a Limited Edition exclusive for May Department Stores chains (Robinsons-May, Kaufmann's, Famous-Barr, L.S. Ayres, etc.) in 2000. A perfect nostalgic piece for Gund collectors, plush enthusiasts, or anyone who loves retro teddy bears with holiday vibes!

Key Features & Details:

• Size: 26 inches tall (sitting height approx. 20–22" – classic large Gund collector size)
• Body: Soft brown curly plush fur, shiny black button eyes, brown embroidered nose
• Outfit: Cozy purple knitted hoodie/sweater with white embroidered bow centerpiece
• Embroidery: "JOY" on one sleeve cuff, "2000" on the other; "JOY" with bow on one footpad (suede-like brown material)
• Original Tags (All Attached & Shown in Photos):
  • Hood tag: "Millennium Bear – Made in Limited Edition for May Department Stores"
  • Inner care tag: GUND Inc. ©2000, Edison, NJ; REG. NO. PA-77772 (RC); Made in China; Surface Washable; All New Materials; Contents: Polyester Fibers
• Series Info: Part of GUND's 2000 Millennium collection (themes like Hope, Joy, Peace, Love, Wish – this purple-accented "JOY" variant celebrates happiness and the new millennium)

Condition: Excellent vintage pre-owned – no rips, tears, stains, odors, or repairs. Fur remains soft and plush, embroidery crisp, eyes/nose secure. Minor light storage/handling wear typical for a 25+ year-old collectible (e.g., slight tag creasing). Smoke-free, pet-free home. Photos are of the exact bear you’ll receive – zoom in for close-ups!

This May Dept. exclusive is increasingly hard to find with all tags intact. A wonderful display piece, gift for bear lovers, or addition to your Gund/Y2K collection!