The bear Kicks is used, however it is in very good condition. There are no rips revealing stuffing or anything else. Nor are there any dirt marks. Like most Beanie Baby Bears, Kicks has a little picture on the the left side of his chest. This is unique to him in being a soccer ball. The tag is still intact reading: 'The world cup is his dream Kicks the bear is the best on his team He hopes that one day he'll be the pick First he needs to improve his kick!' "