What's the deal with the Holiday Kermit?

[dlphntat]

I know Palisades only sent him to retailers, but I saw on ebay that one went for over $350 and another for almost $200.
I'm sure it's not as exclusive as and the wedding set, but is it that rare?

 

[Luke]

There was a version produced for staff members of the Henson company. The packaging differed slightly from the version sent to retailers. It's the Henson one that usually picks up the big bucks!