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Are Beanie Babies worth money?

Most are worth little; tag errors and a few rare editions are the exceptions people hunt. The vast majority of Beanie Babies sell for a few dollars, even with 'errors' on the tag.

When people search for this

What to look for

Check what applies to yours:

• Price lists that went viral online often show asking prices, not real sales: check sold results.
• Original tags still attached and in good shape.
• A few early or limited editions do sell well; most do not.

Before you sell

• Compare with items that actually sold, not only with asking prices.
• Take clear photos in daylight: front, back, marks and any damage.
• Do not clean coins, and do not repaint or polish old items: it often lowers the value.
• For anything that might be valuable, get an opinion from a certified appraiser or a specialist dealer.