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Belle en het Beest: Een Betoverend Kerstfeest (VHS)

Front, side, and back view of a Dutch VHS tape of Disney's Beauty and the Beast: The Enchanted Christmas in a plastic case. - view 1
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Estimated value

$5 - $15

Rarity

Ordinary(3/10)

Category

Collectibles

Brand

Disney

Era

1998

Origin

🇳🇱 Netherlands

Artist / Creator

Disney

Authenticity

Very High(90%)
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BELLE EN HET BEEST: EEN BETOVEREND KERSTFEEST (VHS): ORIGINS & SIGNIFICANCE

A Dutch-language VHS release of Disney's 'Beauty and the Beast: The Enchanted Christmas'. This is a 'direct-to-video' sequel featuring prominent 'Nederlands Gesproken' (Dutch Spoken) labeling on the front cover. The clamshell case is the standard clear plastic variety typical of late 1990s Benelux releases, featuring the Walt Disney Home Video logo and EAN barcode on the reverse.

COLLECTOR CULTURE WORLDWIDE

Where This Object Echoes

Modern Western Culture1990-2005

The 'straight-to-video' sequel phenomenon of the 1990s Disney era

Ritual & Ceremonial Use

  • •Family holiday movie viewing traditions, a core part of late 20th-century domestic life

Meaning Through Time

1990s

A high-value home entertainment purchase or gift

2020s

A nostalgic retro-tech collectible or 'thrift store' curiosity

COLLECTOR LORE

Released in 1997 (Original US) and 1998 (Netherlands), this film was part of Disney's massive direct-to-video expansion era. It served as a midquel to the 1991 masterpiece. In the Dutch market, these tapes were staples of household entertainment before the rapid transition to DVD in the early ...
Released in 1997 (Original US) and 1998 (Netherlands), this film was part of Disney's massive direct-to-video expansion era. It served as a midquel to the 1991 masterpiece. In the Dutch market, these tapes were staples of household entertainment before the rapid transition to DVD in the early 2000s. The 'AL' (Alle Leeftijden) rating logo is a standard Dutch Kijkwijzer mark indicating suitability for all ages.

COLLECTOR TRIVIA

1

Despite being a sequel, the story actually takes place within the timeline of the original 1991 film, specifically during the winter sequence.

2

The Dutch voice cast features many of the same actors from the original Dutch dub of the first movie, maintaining character consistency for local audiences.

BUILD & FINISH QUALITY

Surface

Glossy paper insert protected by a textured clear plastic clamshell sleeve. The spine features a holographic Disney security seal.

Weight & Feel

Approximately 200-250 grams; typical heft for a standard single-tape PAL VHS case.

Condition

Minor shelf wear visible on the corners of the plastic sleeve. The paper insert remains vibrant with no visible sun-fading on the spine.

HOW SCARCE IS IT?

Ordinary40-55%
CommonLegendary

Standard antiques commonly found at estate sales and flea markets. Plentiful supply meets modest demand.

Typical Characteristics

  • Moderate production runs
  • Common at estate sales
  • Entry-level collectibles

Confidence Factors

  • Authentic holographic security sticker visible on the spine
  • Correct Dutch EAN barcode (8711...) and Kijkwijzer ratings
  • Consistent 1997/1998 copyright dates on the reverse
How does authenticity detection work?

COLLECTOR SPECIALIST'S TAKE

General Collectibles Appraiser

Collectibles Expert

The item is a very standard, well-documented mass-market product with clear regional markings and visible security features.

KEY EVIDENCE

  • 1Holographic Disney 'V' seal on the spine indicates authentic regional distribution
  • 2Copyright date of 1998 (Buena Vista Home Entertainment B.V.) on reverse
  • 3Presence of 'AL' Kijkwijzer rating, specific to the Dutch/Belgian market
  • 4Standard EAN-13 barcode beginning with 871, identifying the Netherlands

UNCERTAINTIES

  • •The 1979 date provided by the user is likely a typo or misidentification, as the film and the technology (as shown) date to the late 90s

WHAT WOULD IMPROVE CERTAINTY

  • →Check the actual tape inside for a 'Buena Vista' or 'Disney' heat-stamp on the plastic shell
  • →Verify if the tape has been rewound, as 'Be Kind, Rewind' remains a condition factor for some collectors

COLLECTIBLES MARKET VALUE

$5 - $15

Updated: Mar 17, 2026

  • Market comparables from auctions & retail
  • Condition, completeness & craftsmanship
  • Current collector demand & trends
  • Low = quick sale, high = patient seller

For informational purposes only, not a formal appraisal.

CONTEXT ANALYSIS

How your provided context compares with Curiosa.com scanner findings.

What Aligned

  • User stated 'Disney' - confirmed by multiple logos and branding
  • User stated 'Nederlands' - confirmed by cover text and 'Nederlands Gesproken' sticker

What Conflicted

  • User stated '1979' - visual evidence (copyright dates 1991, 1997, 1998) confirms this is a late 1990s product; the movie itself was not created until 1997

FROM THE CABINET OF

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Rene

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