ERIN # 4186 --- 1997- Ultra Rare Distinguishable Limited Production Most Valuable Dual U.S.Factory / Canadian Tush Tags written in English and French ( Very Scarce )--- Factory Oddities / Unique Features / Multiple Tag Errors New --- Iconic Original --- Mwmt-Mq NOTE!! A More Common Single Tush Tagged Erin is featured on Antique Mall's 25 Most Valuable Beanies https://www.txantiquemall.com/beanie-babies-value/ for over $40,000.00 With the following Bottom Line: Ty Warner designed Erin the Bear, especially for Ronald McDonald Charities, in honor of St. Patrick’s Day. 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: Know that according to Microsoft's A.I. The TY Dual Tush Tagged Erin Beanie Baby is considered valuable for several reasons: · Limited Release: When Erin was first released in January 1998, Ty dealers were limited to just 12 bears each, which initially drove up its secondary market price. · Special Design: Erin was designed to honor St. Patrick’s Day and was created for Ronald McDonald Charities. Its unique green color and shamrock emblem make it stand out. · Historical Significance: The bear’s tush tag lists 1993 as its date, even though it wasn’t released until 1998. This adds a layer of historical intrigue. · Condition and Tags: The value of Erin, like other Beanie Babies, is significantly influenced by its condition and whether it has its original tags. A mint condition Erin with tags can be worth much more than one without. · Rarity: Over time, the number of well-preserved Erins has decreased, making those in excellent condition more sought after by collectors. · Dual Tush Tags: Beanie Babies with both Canadian and U.S. tush tags are rarer and meet unique labeling requirements. This dual-tag feature can increase their value by 10-50% compared to single-tagged counterparts. These factors create a sense of rarity and exclusivity, driving up demand and prices in the collectors’ market. Some listings for rare versions of Erin have been priced as high as $40,000! Making this Mint Iconic Original Limited Production Most Valuable Dual U.S. / Canadian Tush Tagged Erin with Factory Oddities/ Unique Features and Multiple Tag Errors a Serious Collectors Item whose Future Selling Price will only continue to Rise! Original Owner / Iconic Original / Mint Condition ULTRA RARE Most Valuable Distinguishable Limited Production Dual U.S. Factory / Canadian Tush TAGS written in English and French ( Very Scarce ) ULTRA RARE Most Valuable Factory Oddities / Unique Features ( Incorrect Stitching resulting in Offset / Uneven Eyes the Left Eyebeing Higher than the Right one combined with an Offset Nose One see Photo # 1 Above ) ULTRA RARE Most Valuable Factory Tag Oddity #1 ( Alpha Numeric Birth Date I.E An actual Month Day and Year spelled out as March 17 1997 See Photo # 3 Above) ULTRA RARE Most Valuable Critical Factory Tag Oddity (Defective 1997 Pe Pellet Tush Tag. Should be 1997 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 which means Most Valuable PVC Pellets are inside this Ultra Rare 1997 Prized Erin see Photo # 3 Above ) ULTRA RARE PVC Pellets Used only on 1st Editions ULTRA RARE Most Valuable Crucial Factory Origin Oddity ( Coveted Gasport Hampshire U.K Origin Misspelled should be Gosport Hampshire U.K. (See photo # 3 Above) ULTRA RARE Most Valuable Manufacturing Tag Oddity # 3 Light up the faces does not continue after the word Gold on the same line of the Swing Tags poem (See photo # 3 Above) ULTRA RARE Missing Style # on swing Tag ULTRA RARE Xtra Space between old and the ! on the Swing Tags Poem (See Photo # 2 above) ULTRA RARE Oakbrook Misspelled on both tags should be Oak Brook REG. NO PA. 1965(KR) designations on the Tush Tag This Fabulous Mint Most Valuable Iconic Original Limited Production Dual Tush Tagged Collector’s 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 Ultra Rare Prized Erin comes with both Plastic Swing and U.S. Factory Tush Tag Protectors!