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HIPPITY # 4118 ---1996 --- 1 of a Kind Distinctive Limited Production Invaluable Dual U.S./ Canadian Tush Tags written in English and French ( Very Scarce ) --- Factory Oddities / Unique Features --- Multiple Tag Errors --- New --- Iconic Original --- MwmtMq Bottom Line: " Hippity is a mint-green rabbit with black button eyes, pale pink whiskers, and a peach-colored nose. Several different mistakes during production are what make Hippity so valuable. Eyes that don’t line up and other facial defects have made it an important Beanie Baby to add to one’s collection. Different iterations of the rabbit have been listed for anywhere from $10,000 to $45,000." NOTE!! Knowing that exclusivity and uniqueness of a limited stock item always attach a premium to its value. And that Beanie Babies with errors can be much more valuable than ones with perfectly printed tags. Without an Existing Identical listing to compare it to according to Microsoft's A.I. What makes Ty Misspelled ORIIGINAL Dual Tush Tagged Hippity with Factory Oddities so Valuable The Ty Hippity Beanie Baby with the misspelled “ORIIGINAL,” Dual Tush tags, and Factory Oddities is considered highly valuable due to its extreme rarity, layered production errors, and collector demand for unique provenance. Here’s a breakdown of what drives its value: ? Key Features That Make It Valuable Misspelled “ORIIGINAL” on Hang Tag This spelling error (extra “I”) is a standout production mistake. While common errors don’t always add value, this one appears on a version with other rare traits, amplifying its significance. Dual Tush Tags (U.S. and Canadian) Hippity with both U.S. and Canadian tush tags is far rarer than single-tagged versions. These dual tags reflect cross-market compliance and limited production runs, often boosting value by 10–50% over standard counterparts. Factory Oddities Examples include: Misaligned eyes or facial stitching Tag placement inconsistencies Unusual pellet types or stitching quirks These defects are prized by collectors for their uniqueness and traceability to specific production batches. Limited Production Run This version of Hippity was not mass-produced like the standard bunny trio. Its scarcity, especially in mint condition, makes it a high-demand item. Mint Condition with MWMT MQ (Mint with Mint Tags, Museum Quality) Pristine condition with intact tags dramatically increases value. Listings have reached $20,000–$25,000 for verified examples. ? Provenance Provenance matters—if it’s traceable to a limited run or a known error batch, that’s gold. ? Emotional Historical Appeal Hippity is part of the Easter-themed trio (with Hoppity and Floppity), which already carries nostalgic weight. A flawed “ORIIGINAL” version adds a layer of storytelling—a bunny that’s both iconic and imperfect. ?? Important Clarification While many online sources hype Hippity, Hoppity, and Floppity as rare, most versions are not valuable. Only specific combinations—like the misspelled ORIIGINAL, dual tush tags, and documented oddities—carry true collector weight. ? Why It Resonates with Collectors For someone—who values authenticity, layered rarity, and emotional storytelling—this Hippity isn’t just a plush. It’s a narrative artifact. Its quirks and cross-border tags tell a story of production anomalies, market transitions, and the golden age of Beanie Baby collecting. These factors create a sense of rarity and exclusivity, driving up demand and prices in the collector’s market. Making this Mint Most Valuable Iconic Original Limited Production Dual Tush Tag Hippity with Factory Oddities / Unique Features, and Multiple Tag Errors a TRULY Serious Collectors Item whose Future Selling Price will only continue to RISE! Original Owner / Iconic Original / Mint Condition 1 of a Kind Most Valuable Distinctive Limited Production Misspelled ORIIGINAL Invaluable Dual U.S. / Canadian Tush Tags written in English and French ( Very Scarce) 1 of a Kind Most Valuable Factory Oddities ( Incorrect Stitching resulting with The Right Eye being Lower than the Left One combined with the Left whisker being lower than the right one See Photos # 1 2 Above ) ULTRA RARE Most Valuable Factory / Unique Feature # 1 Lighter Mint Green color ( found only on first editions ) ULTRA RARE Most Valuable Factory Origin Oddity ( Coveted Fare Han Hants PO515 5TX U.K Origin with No U.K. after 5TX See Photo # 3 Above ) ULTRA RARE Most Valuable CRITICAL FACTORY ODDITY ( Defective 1996 Pe Pellets Tush Tag Should be 1996 PVC Pellets ( Ty Inc. switched from using PVC pellets to PE pellets in Beanie Babies in 1998 This change was made to be more environmentally friendly Meaning that this 1996 Ultra Rare Prized Hippity still has the Most Valuable PVC Pellets inside of it see photo # 6 Above ). ULTRA RARE Most Valuable Factory Tag Oddity ( a Red Star on the Tush Tag Only used on PVC 1st Editions See Photo # 5 Above ) ULTRA RARE Most Valuable PVC Pellets 1st Edition ULTRA RARE A Semi Colon : was used instead of a Full colon : before the Birth date on the Swing Tag ULTRA RARE No comma between Oakbrook and IL on both tags ULTRA RARE only a comma was used instead of both a period and a comma after IL on the U.S. Factory Tush Tag ULTRA RARE Oakbrook misspelled on both tags should be Oak Brook ULTRA RARE 1996TYINC., on the U.S. Tush Tag all Caps ULTRA RARE the comma after INC., on the U.S. Tush Tag should not be there REG. NO PA. 1965 (KR) designations on the U.S. Tush Tag which adds to its rarity This Fabulous Mint Most Valuable Iconic Original Limited Production Dual Tush Tagged Collectors with Unique Features and Critical Tag Errors item was stored from the day of purchase was NEVER played with or mishandled. Investment Quality, and to help ensure its INCREASING Future Selling Price this Coveted 1 of a Kind Hippity comes with both plastic Swing and Tush Tag protectors!