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Why We Were Obsessed with Beanie Babies

Why We Were Obsessed with Beanie Babies

Discover the fascinating story behind the Beanie Babies craze of the 1990s. Introduced by toy salesman Ty Warner in 1993, these small stuffed animals became the center of an unexpected economic bubble. Learn how these cute plush toys, including rare versions like Peanut the Royal Blue Elephant, had adults scrambling to collect them in hopes of securing a fortune during the rise of the internet.
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