These 9 Rare Beanie Babies Are Worth a Shocking Amount Today
It turns out that the shoebox in the attic might be worth more than a few dusty memories. While not every Beanie Baby from the ’90s has held its promised value, specific rare versions—especially those with production errors or limited availability—have collectors bidding serious money.
If you’ve held onto yours, one of these could fund your next vacation—or much more. Factors like condition, tags, and provenance matter. These are the Beanie Babies that could still deliver a financial surprise.
Princess the Bear
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Created in honor of Princess Diana, this purple bear with a delicate white rose once sold for a modest amount, with proceeds going to charity. These days, a flawless first-edition version—especially one stuffed with PVC pellets—has fetched up to $900,000. But don’t get carried away just yet. Later editions are far more common. If yours has a Korean tush tag or a PE pellet filling, it’s more of a keepsake than a cash cow.
Large Wallace and Friends Set
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Collectors go wild for the specific combo: one large Wallace, two standard Wallaces, and his unlikely companions Cashew and Huggy. Get all five in mint condition and you’re looking at a potential six-figure payday—up to $600,000. However, if you miss just one, the value drops dramatically.
Weenie the Dog
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Don’t let his simple sausage-dog design fool you—Weenie has a secret. Early versions from 1995 with factory tag slip-ups (like misspellings or wrong font styles) are rare enough to spark bidding wars. While the average Weenie might earn you a few hundred bucks, the elite versions—mint with tags and errors—have sold for nearly half a million dollars. That’s a lot of bones for one little dachshund.
Piccadilly Attic
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You either love this clown bear or immediately put him in the closet as a child. But this eccentric, ruffle-wearing oddball is one of the more surprisingly valuable Beanies. Rare versions with early tags have sold for over $125,000. His market value isn’t always consistent—clowns are controversial like that—but if you’ve got a Piccadilly in good condition, it’s worth checking the tag twice before passing him off as just another shelf-sitter.
Peace Bear Collection
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No two Peace Bears are alike, thanks to their tie-dye patterns. But what gets serious attention is the trio: the standard Peace Bear, plus its jumbo 15-inch and mini 9-inch versions. Add Bones the dog and Ringo the raccoon, and this oddly specific group can be worth up to $159,000. The key here is visual uniqueness and excellent condition—the tiniest color variation or fading can tip the scales in value.
Batty the Bat
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A rare factory error left a few versions of Betty the Bat with an extra foot. While your standard Batty might net a few hundred bucks, the quirky three-footed oddballs have sold for nearly $125,000. So if your Batty looks like he’s got a spare limb, you might just be in luck.
Bubbles the Fish
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It started as a colorful underwater friend in 1996, but turned into a deep-sea treasure for collectors. Over the years, Bubbles had a few oddities—tag misprints, stitching errors, and even some naming blunders—one particularly error-riddled version sold for a whopping $129,000. Regular versions won’t come close to that, but if yours looks a little off, it might be worth more than you think.
Jolly the Walrus
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Released in 1997 and retired the next year, Jolly has sold for as much as $75,000. The tusks, whiskers, and brown mustache must be intact for peak value. Versions with a fully intact original tag and no fabric fading are especially rare. Missing any part of the original design drops its worth sharply.
Valentina the Bear
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Valentina’s short production run and frequent tag errors—misspellings, wrong dates, and formatting quirks—boost its rarity. Collectors are especially interested in those with “1999” tush tags or grammatical mistakes in the tag poem. High-value versions have gone for up to $57,000.
Scoop the Pelican
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Scoop had a brief production run from 1996 to 1998, and one rare version with a blank inside tag has sold for $100,000. Others with common errors still reach five-figure prices. Its distinct beak and bright colors make it memorable, but its value lies mostly in its limited production flaws. Moral of the story: Never underestimate the power of a printing error.
Lefty and Righty (Signed by Hillary Clinton)
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These political Beanies—a donkey and an elephant—got a major boost in 2006 when Hillary Clinton signed them. Only one signed set is known to exist, and it’s been appraised at around $50,000. Without the signature, they’re just cute novelties.
Sparky the Dalmatian
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Sparky came onto the scene in 1996, barked once, and retired just as quickly. But what really sparks value is his tag. Versions with a white star or tush tags that label him as a completely different Beanie Baby are the ones to watch. Some of these misfit pups have sold for up to $90,000. Just be careful—Sparky has also been one of the most counterfeited Beanies around, so authentication is essential before you start counting spots or dollar signs.
Lips the Fish
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Lips was originally sold at a 1999 gift show, which made her one of the harder-to-find Beanies right off the bat. But some versions came with a misprint that swapped her name with “Tiny the Chihuahua.” Those rare error editions have reeled in bids as high as $53,000. Even correct-tag versions still hold their own, especially in pristine condition.
Valentino the Bear
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Valentino is the kind of bear that quietly accumulated a list of production quirks: a brown nose here, a misaligned star there, and in some cases, even the wrong stuffing material. Then there are the ultra-rare ones signed by Ty Warner himself. Add up the right combination of errors and signature, and you’re potentially looking at $50,000.
Claude the Crab
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Claude’s colorful design helped it stand out early on, but the errors drove up its value. Missing stars on tags, incorrect tag formatting, or unique stitching variants make it desirable. While average versions sell for under $100, rare editions have been valued at around $9,000.