RARE -REALEASE DATE 10/29/1997-2 months after the death of the princess Ty Inc. Bagan to sell the purple Princess Diana's bear.

RETIRED 04/13/1999.

How to recognize the Rare  Princess Diana bear

1-Tags show 1997

2-Left tag says Handmade in China.

3-Rose on chest is white with light green stem

4-Red Star on tush tag above ty heart. (R) below ty heart on tush tag. (R) above collection on tush tag.

5 -Dark purple color.

6-PE  pellets

Rare tag errors.

Oakbrook supposed to be words Oak Brook on tush tag.

REG.NO.PA 1965(KR)means Korean market which indicates a limited production to just Korean market (NOT mass production)

Stamp on tush tag.

NO hang tag

COLLECTABLE This is a rare 1st edition 1997 "Princess Diana" Beanie Baby bear with PE pellets. It is perfect for all ages and collectors of the Ty brand. The featured refinements include the Princess Diana Beanie Baby and the character family of Beanie Babies. This item was made in China and is a retired collectible.

The age levels recommended for this item are 3-4 years, 4-7 years, 8-11 years, 12-16 years, and 17 years & up. The categories for this toy are Toys & Hobbies, Beanbag Plush, Ty, Beanie Babies-Original, and Retired. This item is a must-have for any collector and is sure to be a great addition to any collection.

Never played with. No box or wrappings. NO HANG TAGS.