Very Rare Vintage 1997 Build-A-Bear Black Bear – Original Early Release
Product details
| Management number | 36701020 | Release Date | 2026/01/10 | List Price | US$195.48 | Model Number | 36701020 | ||
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Very Rare Vintage 1997 Build-A-Bear Black Bear – Original Early Release
**Condition:** Pre-owned (Vintage) – Good condition for age
Description: Very rare **vintage 1997 Build-A-Bear Workshop black bear**, believed to be one of the **earliest original bears produced during Build-A-Bear’s founding year**.
This classic bear features:
* Solid black plush fur
* Traditional floppy body style
* Early Build-A-Bear construction and stitching
* No modern tags or reissues
* Authentic vintage look collectors love
A must-have for **Build-A-Bear collectors, 90s nostalgia fans, or plush collectors**. These early bears are becoming increasingly difficult to find, especially in black.
Condition Details:
Shows light wear consistent with age
No major stains or tears
Please review photos carefully for exact condition
Stored carefully.
Rarity Note:
Early 1997 Build-A-Bear plushes were produced in limited quantities before mass expansion, making this a hard-to-find one!
| Category | Toys & Collectibles > Stuffed Animals & Plush > Stuffed Animals |
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| Size | N/A |
| Brand | Build-A-Bear Workshop |
| Condition | Good |
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