Unused open-box condition. The Tamagotchi appears unused and is preserved with its original presentation packaging, Collector's Edition certificate and paperwork. Overall in great vintage condition with some light age/storage wear to the outer packaging.
Please note: This is a vintage electronic product from 1997, approximately 29 years old. Due to its age, functionality cannot be guaranteed. It is being sold as an unused collectible and has not been tested.
Rare original 1997 Tamagotchi Hong Kong Collector's Edition by Bandai.
This special edition is dramatically different from a standard retail Tamagotchi. It comes in an elaborate gold presentation package marked “1997 Collector's Edition” and 香港珍藏版 (Hong Kong Collector's Edition).
Inside is a red Tamagotchi featuring:
The package opens to reveal a nighttime Hong Kong harbor/fireworks design with classic Tamagotchi characters.
Most importantly, this example retains its original individually numbered 1997 Collector's Edition certificate, numbered:
No. 08043
The certificate identifies the item as a Limited Edition and carries Bandai 1997 branding.
Also included are the original instruction materials shown in the photos.
Package details:
A particularly interesting early Tamagotchi collectible from the height of the original 1990s virtual-pet phenomenon.
Important: The Tamagotchi is unused; however, because this electronic item was produced in 1997, functionality cannot be guaranteed due to its age. It has not been tested and is being offered primarily as a vintage collectible.
Brand: Bandai
Franchise: Tamagotchi
Product: Tamagotchi Virtual Pet
Edition: 1997 Hong Kong Collector's Edition
Year: 1997
Type: Virtual Pet / Handheld Electronic Game
Color: Red / Gold
Region Edition: Hong Kong
Collector's Certificate: Included
Certificate Number: 08043
Product Number: 95315
Barcode: 4891479953159
Age Level: 8+
Features: Limited Edition / Numbered Certificate / Special Presentation Packaging
Condition: Unused / Open Box
Testing: Untested – Functionality Not Guaranteed Due to Age