When it comes to collectible 1990s toy crazes, Beanie Babies set the bar. Sure, there are plenty of valuable Pokémon cards to be traded and attics' worth of old troll dolls worth a ton of money.

“It’s worth doing your own detective work with old tech,” advises Irvine ... Irvine recalls: “I bought in a lot of TY Beanie ...

Ty Warner founded Ty Inc. in 1986 with the dream of creating a stuffed animal kids could afford. At just $5, Beanie Babies hit the shelves in 1993 and soon became a cult favorite — not only ...

That old toy could be worth more ... The Princess Diana Beanie Baby is a special edition commemorative plush toy that was released by Ty Inc. just months after Diana's death.

To add to this frenzy the manufacturer, TY, also produced 'limited edition' Beanie Babies, such as Billionaire Bear, made in limited numbers as gifts for employees to celebrate the stunning ...

Beanie Babies were a massive hit in the 1990s, but quickly faded into relative obscurity. The once popular children’s toys now draw a different crowd — collectors. Explore More: 4 Kennedy Half Dollar ...

said Ty Warner. The creator of the original Beanie Babies phenomenon brings new magic to the plush market. The timeless fun of bouncing balls meet Ty's creative genius in a brand-new category of fun.