The product is a vintage Ty Beanie Baby named Hissy The Snake from 1997, the version with the rare tag errors.  This collectible plush toy belongs to the 5th generation of Beanie Babies with a date of birth (DOB) of April 4, 1997. Recommended for children aged 3 and up, this Beanie Baby is part of the character family of Beanie Babies and has not been modified. Perfect for collectors or as a nostalgic toy from the past, this item is sure to bring joy to fans of retro toys and plush animals. This is a great addition for any Beanie Baby collector, snake lover, or nostalgic 90s fan. 

🔍 RARE TAG ERRORS:
✅ Swing Tag Errors:

• "Oakbrook" should be two words (Oak Brook)
• "IL" should have a comma after it, not a period
• Extra space before the exclamation point in the poem

✅ Tush Tag Errors:

• "OAKBROOK" should be two words (OAK BROOK)
• "IL" should have a comma after it, not a period

🕷 Condition Notes:

• Tush tag and hang tag are attached (see photos for details).
• No rips, stains, or odors—stored in a clean, smoke-free home.
• Rare design with the tiger-stripe pattern on the body.