With the aid of non-fungible token platform and marketplace Sweet, Build-a-Bear is venturing into the metaverse with a teddy bear NFT collection. There will be three phases to this launch, all of which will support the leadup to Build-a-Bear's anniversary celebration in early October.
The first drop is a Limited Edition Build-A-Bear 25th Celebration NFT Collectible Featuring Swarovski Crystals. The winning bidder of this auction will receive not only the digital asset but the physical one-of-one bear too. Additionally, the NFT holder will get a complimentary trip for two to Build-A-Bear's 25th Anniversary Gala.
While most Build-a-Bear products are geared towards young ones, this rare digital and physical collectible speaks to adults, since the NFT teddy bear will start at auction for a price of $2,500.
Teddy Bear NFTs
Build-A-Bear is Entering Web3 with Its First NFTs
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