Paul Barretta, President of Talent Clearing House, stated, Whether artists are paid based on traditional royalty structure or one tied to profitability of releases, administration can pose quite a burden.
This may have been quite a bargain, as the most expensive beanie baby has been valued at a possible $5,000. Most recently, Ty Inc. announced Beanie Babies 2.0, combining successful elements of the original Beanie Babies and the more recent Ty Girlz dolls.
Here's how to determine the value of your Beanie Babies: Step 1: Authentication. Authenticate your Beanie Babies with the help of an expert, especially if you believe you own a rare model. Around 1997, counterfeit Beanie Babies began to surface and were sold at discounted prices.