<P> The toy was first produced in the United States in 1996 and slowly became a fad . The doll 's limited supply , due to the unexpected demand , led to a second generation market where scalpers would sell the plush toy for thousands of US dollars . Some instances of violence were reported over the limited supply amidst heavy consumer demand . People reported that the toy , which retailed for US $29.99 according to its MSRP , had been advertised in newspapers and on the Internet , with sellers asking up to $10,000 by the end of 1996 . </P>
<P> The toy was first produced in the United States in 1996 and slowly became a fad . The doll 's limited supply , due to the unexpected demand , led to a second generation market where scalpers would sell the plush toy for thousands of US dollars . Some instances of violence were reported over the limited supply amidst heavy consumer demand . People reported that the toy , which retailed for US $29.99 according to its MSRP , had been advertised in newspapers and on the Internet , with sellers asking up to $10,000 by the end of 1996 . </P>
when did the original tickle me elmo come out
when did the original tickle me elmo come out
1996
1996