40 Beanie Babies That Are Now Worth a Small Fortune

If you’ve got a stash of Beanie Babies from the ’90s, you’re likely a ’90s baby. We were all convinced they’d be worth a fortune one day, with Ty even selling tag protectors to keep them pristine. While your collection might not make you rich, a few special ones could still fetch a pretty penny.

Large Wallace and Two Regular-Sized Wallaces, Cashew, and Huggy

As you might be aware, certain Beanie Babies increase in value when part of a designated “collection.” A prime example is the ensemble featuring a Large Wallace Ty, distinguished by its green teddy with a red check scarf, accompanied by two standard-sized Wallaces, as well as Cashew and Huggy.

While the large-sized Wallace is already rare on its own, combining it with the four other bears in the group could potentially fetch a staggering $600,000 in a sale.

Weenie

This petite pooch, aptly named Weenie, carries a significant price tag. Born in ’95, Weenie may not have grown in size, but his value has certainly appreciated over the years. Currently valued at around $2500, some Weenies have been known to fetch as much as half a million dollars.

15-inch Peace Bear, 9-inch Peace, Ringo, and Bones

Another sought-after collection of Tys comprises the quartet of the 15-inch Peace Bear, 9-inch Peace Bear, Ringo the raccoon, and Bones the dog. When paired together, this ensemble can be valued at up to $159,000. Individually, the Peace Bear holds its own in the pricey Beanie Babies category, fetching about $5,000. However, combining the 15-inch and 9-inch bears with Ringo and Bones significantly boosts the collection’s overall worth.

Bubbles

When it comes to valuable fish-themed Beanie Babies, Bubbles reigns supreme, with a potential worth of up to $129,000. Initially introduced in 1996, Bubbles underwent various modifications during its manufacturing run. These alterations made certain versions of the toy fish more prone to errors, and it’s these limited-run editions that command a hefty price tag. If your Bubbles dates back to ’96 and sports a tag error, it could be your ticket to a lucrative sale.

Piccadilly Attic

Despite not being the most visually appealing Beanie Baby, Piccadilly Attic, the bear adorned in clown attire, holds considerable value for collectors. Surprisingly, it stands as one of the most valuable Tys on its own, with its worth climbing in recent years to a staggering $125,000.

Batty

Batty the Bat has the potential to fetch as much as $124.9K, but there’s a twist. To reach this estimated value, your Batty must possess an additional foot, which is a rare production error.

Scoop

If you were an early collector of Scoop the Pelican when he debuted in 1996, you might recall that he was retired just two years later, following a significant production error. Due to his extremely limited production, a well-preserved Scoop can command up to $50,000. However, if the tag inside is entirely blank, his value can skyrocket to as much as $100,000!

Large Peking, Fortune, and China

This trio of pandas, including Peking, Fortune, and China, has the potential to earn you as much as $98,000. However, like the other collections mentioned, each panda must be part of the set to reach this value.

Libearty

The original Libearty Beanie Baby was a white bear adorned with an American flag embroidered over its heart and a red and blue ribbon around its neck. This version had a one-year production run. Subsequent variations included a striped body or a red-striped bowtie and red face. Prices for the original Libearty vary, as is typical with TY products, but it’s not uncommon to see it sell for as much as $75,000. According to Beaniepedia, Libearty was initially Olympics-themed for the 1996 Olympics, the year of its release. However, due to copyright concerns, this concept was replaced with the American flag motif.

Jolly

Jolly, the walrus introduced in 1997 and retired just a year later, boasts distinctive white tusks and a brown mustache. This rare Beanie Baby can potentially fetch as much as $75,000 on the collector’s market.

Valentina

Valentina, a straightforward magenta bear born on Valentine’s Day, holds the status of being exceptionally rare, given her production period of less than a year. Valued as much as $57,000, she occasionally possesses one of these distinct features: “1999” on the tush tag instead of ’98, the absence of a red stamp on the tush tag, a grammatical error in the tush tag poem (an extra space before the exclamation point at the end of the sentence), or “TY” in uppercase letters on the back of the tush tag.

Sparky

Sparky, the aptly named Dalmatian first introduced in 1996, retired the following year. Due to its rarity, Sparky can fetch as much as $55,000 on the market. However, possessing a rare white star printed on the tag can increase its value even further, up to approximately $90,000.

But there’s another unusual variation that can elevate Sparky’s price. Some Sparky Beanie Babies have been mistakenly tagged with the tush tags of Bubbles, Dotty, Ears, Flip, Hippity, and Rover. Therefore, it’s essential to double-check your Sparky’s tags, especially if it’s been stored in a tag protector since you were ten years old.

Lips

Lips, a vibrant multicolored fish, was a rarity from the outset, initially exclusively available for order by attendees of the 1999 Gift Show. However, a mistake on the tag further heightened its appeal among collectors. Some tags correctly read “Lips the Fish,” while others mistakenly bear the name “Tiny the Chihuahua.” Regardless, collectors stand to earn a significant payday, with potential values reaching up to $53,000.

Lefty the Donkey and Righty the Elephant

When combined, Lefty the Donkey and Righty the Elephant have the potential to reach a value of up to $50,000. However, there’s a particular detail you’ll need to keep an eye out for: Hillary Clinton’s signature. Yes, that’s what makes this duo so sought after. In 2006, Clinton autographed a single pair of Beanie Babies at the request of a devoted father. While initially intended for his children, today, they hold significant value in the collector’s market.

Steg

Owning an authentic Steg, the tie-dyed stegosaurus Beanie Baby, could mean holding onto a potential $50,000 treasure. However, authenticity is paramount, as counterfeit Stegs outnumber the genuine ones. To distinguish between them, keep an eye out for these distinguishing features: Genuine Stegs have recessed eyes flush with the fabric, three copyright symbols printed on the left side of the tag, and a copyright date of 1995 only on the tush tag, indicating its production for just over a year.

Rainbow

Rainbow, the tie-dye or blue chameleon produced in 1998 and 1999, is distinct from Rainbow Dash the My Little Pony or Rainbow Sock Monkey. While some variations of Rainbow feature a tongue and others do not, this detail doesn’t affect its value in the collector’s market. Selling your Ty Rainbow could potentially fetch as much as $49,000. However, it’s crucial to inspect the tush tag carefully, as some Rainbows were mistakenly tagged with Mel the Koala or Spunky the Cocker Spaniel tags.

Twigs

There are two Ty Beanie Babies named Twigs: one is a snowman and the other is a giraffe. However, it’s the giraffe version that could potentially fetch as much as $45,000 (with apologies to Twigs the Snowman). Despite not having an exceptionally long neck for a giraffe, it’s the tag that can lead to a significant payout. Some Twigs giraffes have been mistakenly tagged with Bessie, Bongo, Gracie, Inch, Snowball, or Weenie tush tags, so it’s essential to verify the tag for authenticity.

Valentino the Bear

Valentino, the brother of the previously mentioned Valentina, holds considerable value due to various errors found in some editions. Certain Valentinos sport a brown nose instead of the standard black one, feature a white star on their tag instead of yellow, are filled with PVC pellets rather than the usual plastic ones, or contain misspellings on the tag. Any of these error-ridden Valentinos can fetch up to $45,000, while those with an additional signature from the renowned designer himself can command $50,000 or more on the market. Even if your bear lacks any errors or lacks the signature of an Italian fashion icon, there’s still good news. The most common versions of this rare bear typically sell for around $1,000 as well.

Pinchers

Who would have thought that a lobster could be so valuable? Pinchers, a red lobster with black eyes and two black strings for feelers, was part of the first series of nine original Beanie Babies. Now worth about $35,000, this retired OG might appear simple at first glance, but owning one with a first edition tag could significantly boost your bank account.

The End

In 1999, Ty made the announcement that it would be halting all production of Beanie Babies. This decision didn’t sit well with collectors, and although Ty released the black The End bear to symbolize the brand’s retirement, production eventually resumed. Nonetheless, The End remains highly sought after and is worth about $30,000—possibly more if you have one with particular oddities, such as a missing “The End” emblem on the chest or an emblem with just the word “The.”

Hippity, Hoppity, and Floppity the Bunnies

For the trio of bunnies—Hippity, Hoppity, and Floppity—you could potentially earn up to $30,000. However, it’s crucial to ensure you have the correct versions. There are two Tys named Hippity (opt for the light green bunny, not the white one), two Tys named Hoppity (you want the all-pink rabbit with an April 3, 1996 birthday), and numerous counterfeit versions of the lavender Floppity. To identify an authentic Floppity, look for specific features such as a bridge across its nose and a double-sided ribbon around the neck.

Seaweed

Seaweed is a charming brown otter, often depicted clutching his beloved marine snack. Born on March 19, 1996, some versions of Seaweed’s tags have been mistakenly printed with names such as Kiwi, Manny, Peanut, Ringo, Tank, and Ziggy. If your Seaweed bears a tag error, its value could skyrocket to $30,000.

Stinky

Stinky, a black and white skunk, is another Ty Beanie Baby renowned for numerous errors on its tags. If its tag bears any of the following names: Bongo, Chip, Doodle, Floppity, Radar, Sly, Speedy, or Weenie, its value can soar to $25,000.

Brownie the Bear

When this quadrupedal bear made its debut in 1993, it was initially known as Brownie. However, its name was later changed to Cubby. If you happen to possess one of the original Brownie versions, it could potentially fetch around $20,000.

Jake

Jake, the mallard duck introduced in May 1998, can surprisingly hold significant value. Certain Jakes found on the market feature Chinese factory markings, such as numbers like 401, 402, 433, and 484, despite the official Jake style number being #4199. In recent years, Jake has been known to sell for as much as $16,000 on eBay, according to TyCollector.com.

Hope

Hope, a yellow bear with closed eyes in prayer, can potentially fetch up to $16,000. Her tush tag poem exudes hopefulness. It’s crucial not to confuse this Ty with another Beanie Baby of the same name. This particular Hope has the style number #4213 and a birthdate of March 23, 1998. Conversely, the alternative Ty named Hope is a pink teddy-style bear adorned with the breast cancer awareness symbol.

McDonald’s International Bears

In the ’90s, McDonald’s joined the Beanie Baby craze by offering mini Tys in their Happy Meals, dubbing them Teenie Babies. Despite early promises of potential future value, only one collection of Teenies stands out for potential profit: the International Bears collection, featuring Britannia from Britain, Erin from Ireland, Glory from the U.S., and Maple from Canada. While a complete set of all four can fetch a decent sum, it’s worth mentioning that the Britannia bear alone, still in its original packaging, sold for $10,000 on its own.

Princess the Bear

One of the most renowned Beanie Babies is Princess the Bear, a special edition purple bear adorned with a white rose on her chest. Released in 1997 following the tragic death of Princess Diana, proceeds from the sales of Princess Diana Ty bears went to the Princess of Wales Memorial Fund. These bears were exceedingly rare and consequently highly sought-after; initially, only 12 bears at a time were sent to vendors. There are two versions of this Ty—the one with PVC pellets (indicated on the tush tag) and one with PE pellets. While the 1998 PE pellets version of Princess the Bear is considered more common, both variants may fetch as much as $10,000 or even more in the collector’s market.

Pouch

Pouch, a mother-child kangaroo duo introduced in 1997, features a little joey tucked snugly in the mama’s pouch, hence her name. Known for occasional tag errors, such as having two tush tags instead of one, Pouch could potentially be valued as high as $10,000 in the collector’s market.

Patti the Platypus

Patti the Platypus, one of the original nine Beanie Babies, is considered a rare find among collectors. Over the years, there have been several variations of Patti, including frequent color changes such as deep fuchsia, raspberry, magenta/maroon, regular fuchsia, and light pink. In 2019, an original Patti, first released in ’93, sold for $9,000, highlighting its enduring value in the collector’s market.

Claude the Crab

If you happen to have Claude the Crab in your possession, don’t get too excited just yet—the real value lies in Claude’s errors. Check the tag of your Claude to see if it features a star. If there’s no star on the tag and it includes a few other oddities, such as an ® above the ™ on its tush tag, it might sell for as much as $9,000.

Halo the Bear

Halo the Bear is one of the most expensive Beanie Babies to produce, thanks to its iridescent fabric. Accordingly, Halo holds significant value in the collector’s market. Here’s what to look for: a 1998 timestamp, a white star printed on its fur, a tush tag error, discrepancy, or misspelling, or a variation in the eyes and nose. If you have at least one of those features, your cuddly guardian angel could be worth as much as $7,500.

Gobbles the Turkey

While you might not have played with Gobbles the Turkey unless it was Thanksgiving Day, that could turn out to be a fortunate circumstance. A mint condition Gobbles in near-perfect condition could fetch nearly $7,000. Recently, a like-new Gobbles sold for $6,667, but it’s crucial to ensure you have the original version with a 1996 birth year. Additionally, watch out for known oddities such as a missing leg, a Dotty tush tag, or a Tuffy tush tag, as these can significantly impact the value.

Snort the Red Bull

Originally named Tabasco, this red bull’s moniker had to be altered to avoid trademark infringement from the hot sauce company. Despite the name change, Snort proves to be worth much more than a bottle of hot sauce. To differentiate between Tabasco and Snort, note that Tabasco’s hooves are all red, while Snort’s are white. Either way, owning one of these Tys could potentially earn you $6,000.

The Peace Bear

Even if you don’t possess the complete collection of the 15- and 9-inch Peace Bears, owning just one Peace Bear could still net you up to $5,000.

Iggy the Iguana

Not to be mistaken for the previously mentioned chameleon, Iggy the Iguana came in various color variations: tie-dye, pastel, neon, and blue. You might possess a rare Iggy with a Quackers tush tag, potentially earning you around $5,000. However, if you happen to have an Iggy with a completely blank tag—no writing whatsoever inside—then you could be looking at as much as $15,000.

Nana the Monkey

Originally named Nana, this Ty monkey was later rebranded as Bongo in 1995, although the first Bongo and the first Nana were identical. Like several other Ty Beanie Babies, Nana the Monkey has faced issues with counterfeits. To authenticate your Nana the Monkey, check for “Nana” written in the tag and ensure that the eyes are positioned in the center of Nana’s face, flat to it, rather than embedded onto the muzzle. If authenticated, your Nana the Monkey could be valued as much as $4,000.

Spangle

There are two versions of Spangle, a teddy bear-esque Ty. One has a blue face, and the other has a white face. Based on recent eBay listings, either version of this Americana-themed Beanie Baby could potentially sell for up to $4,000.

Employee the Bear

One remarkable feature of Employee the Bear is the absence of hanging tags— all of Employee’s tags are sewn in, and he lacks a hanging tush tag. Introduced in ’95, Employee is exceptionally rare as he was typically gifted to company sales representatives rather than sold in toy stores. In fact, it’s believed that only 300 were ever produced. Today, Employee is valued at about $3,000.

Peanut the Royal Blue Elephant

Peanut is a highly sought-after Beanie Baby due to the production inconsistencies associated with him. This elephant first debuted in 1995 in the original royal blue color, but when Ty changed the fabric to a light blue hue, the original royal blue Peanut inadvertently became a limited edition of sorts—particularly because only 500 of them were made. Royal blue Peanuts are valued anywhere between $1,500 and $2,500.

Humphrey the Camel

First introduced in 1993 as part of the original nine Beanie Babies, Humphrey the Camel has seen several different iterations over the years. In addition to being among the original nine, Humphrey also achieved another significant milestone: He was the first Ty Beanie Baby to be retired on June 15, 1995, and was officially discontinued in ’98. Humphrey typically sells for around $1,200, especially if you can find one with a rare quality, such as a rear leg sewn on backward. However, it’s essential to be cautious of counterfeit Humphreys in the market.

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