Valentino Beanie Baby

Selecting Your Valentino Beanie Baby on eBay

Whether you want to expand your Beanie Baby collection or are just starting out, you may find that you want to add a vintage Valentino Beanie Baby. This is a model of Beanie Baby that can have greatly varying values depending on a variety of factors. Here are some tips to help you find that elusive white bear Beanie Baby on eBay.

The vintage Valentino Beanie Baby value will vary depending on a few features. If you're interested in obtaining a collectible or resalable model, here are a few things to look for:

• Is the hang tag in plastic? For collectors, a bent or otherwise damaged hang tag will reduce the value of a Beanie Baby. Many collector good models have the tag covered in plastic.
• Has the toy been protected? Generally, the ones in the newest condition have been stored in a special Beanie Baby plastic container.
• Is it in good condition? Make sure you notice the stitching, and fabric condition of the Beanie Baby.

The Valentino Beanie Baby was largely made in the early 1990s, and several iterations were made. Like some other collectibles, production errors are what primarily makes certain ones more collectible and more valuable. Here are a few of the common defects that may raise the value of a certain Valentino:

• Brown nose instead of black. Many collectors value the brown-nosed version of this bear. Many listings will note that the Valentino Beanie Baby brown nose value is higher than those of regular models.
• Spelling errors. Spelling errors on tags are another thing that may raise value.
• Other production errors. Sometimes, you may see a listing where ears are sewn backward, tags are attached in odd places, etc. This may make a preowned or new Beanie Baby rarer and, thus, more valuable.

Before spending money, it is a good idea to verify the authenticity of any rare Beanie Baby Valentino. Checking serial numbers and closely scrutinizing photos and information are good ways to do so. Also, it is wise to independently verify the price and value, as some listings may have a preowned Beanie Baby listed at an inflated value. By being thorough and taking your time, you may be able to find a great deal on a Valentino Beanie Baby.