SNIP # 4120 --- 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 --- PVC 1st Edition --- Multiple Tag Errors --- New -- Iconic Original --- MwmtMq
Bottom line: Snip the cat was first released on Jan. 1, 1997, and all the Siamese cat fans went bananas over her.
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.The Ty Snip with dual U.S./Canadian tush tags is considered especially valuable for several reasons:
- Limited Production: These dual-tagged versions were produced in smaller quantities, often during transitional manufacturing phases, making them significantly rarer than their single-tag counterparts.
- Dual Language Tags: The presence of both English and French on the tush tags (to meet Canadian labeling requirements) adds a layer of uniqueness that collectors love.Concluding that Beanie Babies with Dual Canadian/ US Tush Tags can be more valuable due to their rarity and the unique labeling requirements they meet. The additional value can vary significantly depending on the specific Beanie Baby and its condition. Generally these Dual -Tagged Beanie Babies can fetch higher prices sometimes 10-50% more value than their Single-Tagged Counterparts. ”
- Tag Errors and PVC Pellet Use: Some of these Snips feature early PVC pellets and multiple tag errors—like misprints or formatting quirks—which can dramatically increase value.
- Condition and Provenance: A mint condition Snip with both tags intact and no fading or creasing is a standout. Listings have shown prices reaching up to $2,500 for pristine examples.
- Visual Oddities: Some versions have subtle factory quirks like uneven eyes or a slightly crooked nose, which—far from being flaws—can make them even more desirable to collectors.
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 Most Valuable Dual U.S. / Canadian Tush Tagged PVC 1st Edition Snip with a Unique Feature and Multiple Tag Rarities a Serious Collectors item whose Future Selling Price will only continue to Rise!
- ULTRA RARE Original Owner / Iconic Original / Mint Condition
- ULTRA RARE Most Valuable Distinctive Limited Production Dual U.S. / 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 Right eye is Higher than the Left One combined with an Offset Crooked Nose and Uneven Whiskers See Photo # 2 Above )
- ULTRA RARE Most Valuable P.V.C. pellets ( Only Used on 1st EDITIONS)
- ULTRA RARE Most Valuable Factory Tag Oddity ( A Red Star on Tush Tag never used with PVC Pellets ( See Photo # 3 Above )
- ULTRA RARE Most Valuable Factory Origin Oddity ( Fare am Hants PO515 5TX U.K. Origin with No U.K. after 5 TX ( See Photo # 2 Above )
- ULTRA RARE Most ValuableFactory Tag Oddity # 2 ( 2 round @ Ty certifications and 2 Ty TM's on the Tush Tag should only be 1 of each See Photo # 4 Above)
- ULTRA RARE No Commas between Oakbrook and Il. on both The Swing and U.S.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 item was stored from the day of purchase & was NEVER played with or mishandled. Investment Quality ! And to help ensure its Increasing Future Selling Pricee this Coveted Prized Snip comes with both Plastic Swing Tag and Tush Tag Protectors.