Introducing the Ty Beanie Baby "Hope" the Praying Bear from 1998, a rare and retired collectible that will surely make a great addition to any collection. This bear is made with high-quality materials and features intricate details that bring out its character. It is recommended for children aged 3 and above and is part of the Beanie Babies Original collection, specifically the Ty brand and Beanbag Plush category. This bear is sure to bring joy and happiness to anyone who adds it to their collection. This is a Ty Beanie Baby "Hope" the Praying Bear (1998) Rare Retired in Very Good to Excellent Condition. 1st Generation Hope Beanie Baby 1998 Retired Rare with All tag errors. Errors: 1998 swing tag with a 1999 tush tag Extra space between ?you? and ?!? in the poem Holographic tush tag No stamp inside Tush Tag which should mean this beanie was handmade not mass produced 1st Edition Made with P.E. Pellets Very rare - Gasport instead of Gosport on swing tag TY inc is capitalized on Tush Tag Bottom line of the Tush Tag has 1965 (KR) Refer to photos attached as what is photographed is the beanie baby you will receive. I am not a beanie baby appraiser so please be sure to check the photos yourself.