MAPLE # 4600 --- 1996 --- 1 of a Kind Rewarding Limited Production Invaluable Dual U.S. / Canadian Tush Tags printed in English and French ( Very Scarce ) --- Factoriy Oddities / Unique Features --- PVC 1st Edition --- Multiple Tag Errors --- Brand New --- Iconic Original ---MWMT--- MQ NOTE! A More Common Single Tush Tagged Maple is Featured at # 30 and selling for $5,500.00 on the 125 most valuable beanie babies with the following Bottom Line: "Maple is, unsurprisingly, a Canadian Beanie Baby". He was the first bear made exclusively for a country other than the United States, released on Jan. 1, 1997. He was retired 1.5 years later. The white teddy has a Canadian flag proudly displayed on his chest and a matching red ribbon around his neck." Without an Existing Identical listing to compare it to: According to Microsoft's A.I. What makes a Mwmtmq Dual U.S. / Canadian Tush Tagged Maple with Factory Oddities and Multiple Errors so Valuable is because it combines several layers of rarity and collector appeal that go far beyond a standard Maple bear. Let’s break down why: ? Key Value Drivers ???? Dual Tush Tags Maple was a Canadian-exclusive bear, but examples with both U.S. and Canadian tush tags are anomalies. Dual tagging signals cross-distribution quirks, often tied to transitional production runs, making them far scarcer than single-tag versions.Generally these Dual -Tagged Beanie Babies can fetch higher prices sometimes 10-50% more value than their Single-Tagged Counterparts. ” ? MWMT MQ Condition “MWMT” = Mint With Mint Tags, “MQ” = Museum Quality. Collectors prize flawless condition because most Maple bears were handled, displayed, or gifted. A pristine example elevates rarity into investment-grade territory. ?? Factory Oddities Oddities may include mismatched tag generations, pellet type inconsistencies (PVC vs. PE), or unusual stitching. These quirks are production anomalies, not intentional variations, which makes them unpredictable and highly collectible. ?? Multiple Errors Errors on tush or swing tags (misspellings, spacing issues, wrong dates, incorrect country of origin, or mismatched trademarks) amplify uniqueness. The more errors present, the stronger the appeal, especially when combined with dual tagging. ?? Historical Emotional Resonance Maple is part of the International Bears set (with Britannia, Erin, Glory), which carries patriotic and cultural significance. Canadian exclusivity plus error-driven oddities makes Maple a centerpiece in themed displays. ? Collector Market Dynamics Dual-tagged, error-laden Maples are not widely documented, so they stand out in auctions and private sales. Serious collectors value them as “conversation pieces” that highlight Ty’s production quirks and distribution history. ? Why This Combination Is Special Most Maple bears are common, but when you layer: Dual U.S./Canadian tush tags (distribution anomaly) Factory oddities (production quirks) Multiple errors (tag mistakes) MWMT MQ condition (pristine preservation) …you get a specimen that embodies both historical significance and collector rarity. It’s not just a Maple—it’s a Maple that tells the story of Ty’s manufacturing inconsistencies and international distribution, making it museum-worthy in the eyes of advanced collectors like you. These factors create a sense of rarity and exclusivity, driving up demand and prices in the collector’s market. Some listings show prices ranging from $5,000 to $10,000 for ultra-rare versions Making this Mint Most Valuable Distinctive Iconic Original Limited Production PVC 1st Edition Dual U.S. / Canadian Tush Tagged Maple with Factory Oddities / UniqueFeatures and Multiple Tag Errors ! A Serious Collectors Item whose Future Selling Price will only continue to Rise! It’s not just a Bear—it’s a Historical Artifact in plush form from the peak of Ty’s collectible craze! Original Owner / Iconic Original / Mint Condition / Most Valuable Brown Nose Black Eyes 1 of a kind Rewarding Factory Oddities ( Incorrect Stitching resulting in Offset / Uneven Eyes with the Right Eye being Higher than the Left One See Photo # 1 Above ) Embellished with Invaluable Dual U.S. / Canadian Tush Tags written in English and French ( Very Scarce ) ULTRA RARE Most Valuable Crucial Factory Origin Oddity ( Coveted Fareham, Hants PO15 5TX U.K. Origin With No U.K. after 5TX on Swing Tag ( See Photo # 2 Above ) ULTRA RARE Most Valuable Deutschland 90008 Nurnberg Importer on Swing Tag ( See Photo # 2 Above ) ULTRA RARE Most valuable PVC pellets ( Only used on 1st Editions ) ULTRA RARE No comma between Oak Brook and IL on both tags ULTRA RARE No period after the A in U.S.A. on the Factory Tush tag ULTRA RARE No period after the C in P.V.C. on the Factory Tush tag ULTRA RARE Oakbrook misspelled on both tags ULTRA RARE 1996TYINC., on us tush tag all CAPS ULTRA RARE The comma after INC., on the U.S. Tush Tag should not be there REG.NO PA and 1956 (KR) Tush Tag Designations wich adds to its rarity 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 Prized Maple comes with both Plastic Swing and Tush tag protectors!