This has been in a plastic case since 1993. MINT CONDITION WITH ALL THE RARITIES AND ERRORS (see below). This TY Beanie Baby Curly The Bear is a rare find for collectors! Made in 1993 it features multiple errors that make it even more valuable. This Beanie Baby is retired, adding to its rarity. Don’t miss out on the chance to add this baby to your collection! Red star and tm on tush tag. Eye are closer together. Extra space between “to” and “this” in the third sentence of the poem. 1996 DOB date on swing tag. 1993 date on tush tag. Red star on the tush tag (rare). Fareham, Hants is inside the swing tag, indicating limited edition Collectors Dream! Two black eyes but a brown nose. Tush tag bottom line has 1965 (KR) which means this was part of the Korean market.