NOTE!! Like with most other collectibles, with Ty Beanie Babies, finding a Complete Set with a specific trait often creates a collection that is more valuable than the sum of its parts. The Claude and McDonalds Claude Jr Ultra Rare Set consists of the following 2 Investment Quality Crab Beanie babies: 1) Ultra Rare Limited Production Most Valuable U.S. / Canadian Tush Tags Mfg.Oddities / Unique Features Multiple Tag Errors 1) Ultra Rare Limited Production Claude Jr. Number 9 of A Tremendously Successful McDonald's Promo Highlighting the Most Popular Beanies at the Time! ( Known to have its own rarities ) remains Sealed in His Original Clear plastic packaging! 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 Dual Tush Tagged Claude Ty McDonald's Claude Jr. Set is considered valuable due to its rarity and unique manufacturing traits. Here’s why collectors find it special: Limited Production: This set includes a dual tush tag variation, meaning it has both U.S. and Canadian factory tags, which is an uncommon manufacturing oddity. Tag Errors Rarities: Some versions feature multiple tag rarities, making them even more desirable to collectors. Investment Quality: Certain listings describe it as an ultra-rare investment piece, with prices reaching $75,000. Historical Significance: Claude the Crab is one of the more iconic Beanie Babies, and McDonald's promotional versions add to its appeal. 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. ” Collectors often find that the combination of these factors makes the Ty Dual Tush Tagged Claude Jr Set a prized possession. 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 Dual Tush Tagged Claude Jr Set with Mfg.Oddities Unique Features and Multiple Tag Errors a Serious Collector’s Item whose Future Selling Price will only continue to Rise! CLAUDE # 4083 --- 1996 -- Ultra Rare Tag Combo Limited Production Most Valuable Dual U.S. Factory / Canadian Tush Tags printed in English and French ( Very Scarce ) --- Mfg.Oddities / Unique Features --- Pvc 1st Edition --- Multiple Tag Errors --- New --- Iconic Original --- Mwmt - Mq Bottom Line Many feel that Claude the Crab, with its vibrant tie-dye shell and distinctive design, is a must-have for Beanie Baby enthusiasts. Its rarity and unique appearance have catapulted its worth into six-figure territory. ULTRA RARE Original Owner / Iconic Original / Mint Condition ULTRA RARE Most Valuable Limited Production., Dual U.S.Factory / ULTRA RARE Most Valuable Mfg.Oddity # 1 Unique Feature Incorrect Stitching resulting in Off Set / Uneven Eyes with the Right Eye being Higher than the Left One one (See Picture # 2 Above) ULTRA RARE Most Valuable Mfg.Oddity # 2 Unique Feature Hind Leg is longer than the Left one ( See Picture # 3 Above) ULTRA RARE Most Valuable / Unique Feature It is the " "ONLY" Beanie Baby with a poem dedicated to his name ( See Photo # 3 Above ) ULTRA RARE Most Valuable Ty Europe LTD Fareham Hants PO15 5TX Origin ULTRA RARE Most Valuable ( No U.K. after 5TX listed See Photo # 3 Above ). ULTRA RARE Most Valuable PVC Pellets ( Only used on 1st Editions ) ULTRA RARE Most Valuable Red Star on Tush Tag ( NEVER USED with PVC Pellets ( See photo # 4 Above ) ULTRA RARE Most Valuable The tush tag has 2 Trademark symbols and 2 "TM" trademark symbols. ( Enlarge front of Tush Tag photo # 4 above) ULTRA RARE Oakbrook misspelled on both tags should be Oak Brook ULTRA RARE No comma between Oakbrook and IL on both tags ULTRA RARE 1996TYINC., on the Tush Tag all Caps ULTRA RARE the comma after INC., on the Tush Tag should not be there The U.S. Tush Tag has both REG NO PA 1965 (KR) designation Claude JR Jr. Number 9 of A Tremendously Successful McDonald's Promo Highlighting the Most Popular Beanies at the Time! ( Known to have its own rarities ) remains Sealed in His Original packaging! This Fabulous Mint Most Valuable Iconic Original Limited Production Dual Tush Tagged Collector’s Set 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 Claude comes with both Plastic Swing and U.S. Factory Tush Tag Protectors!