Playmates TMNT · 1988 value guide
April O’Neil
Separate the original April O’Neil release from later paint variations, reissues, and incomplete examples.
ManufacturerPlaymates ToysRelease year1988SeriesOriginal basic figures
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Value depends on platform, variant, completeness, condition, and the quality of available market evidence.
Identification checklist
Confirm the exact product first
- Check molded marks and document the colors and painted details clearly.
- Compare the exact paint treatment with the release represented by each comp.
- Inventory every accessory separately and photograph fragile or discolored areas.
Avoid bad comps
Common pricing mistakes
- Mixing recognized paint variations into one undifferentiated price range.
- Treating later April releases or reproductions as the original basic figure.
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