Animation Celebration Mystery Set - Scrooge McDuck and Money

This charming pin is part of the Animation Celebration Mystery Set, a Limited Release collection originally launched at Walt Disney World in 2018. The design features the iconic Scrooge McDuck, the world's richest duck, sitting atop his signature mountain of gold coins while holding a small piggy bank. He is joined by his grandnephews, Huey, Dewey, and Louie, who look on with expressions of wonder. The pin art mimics a traditional animation cel, complete with registration holes at the bottom and a "1967" date stamp, referencing the year of the classic animated short film, 'Scrooge McDuck and Money.' This short was the first time the character appeared in an animated featurette, marking a significant milestone in Disney history. Collectors highly value this pin for its nostalgic tribute to the character's origins and its high-quality, clean aesthetic. The pin's design captures Scrooge's quintessential greed and love for his fortune, a trait that has made him a fan-favorite since his 1947 comic debut by Carl Barks. As part of a mystery set, this pin is particularly sought after by those completing the Animation Celebration series, which honors various eras of Disney animation. The inclusion of the boys adds a dynamic, relatable element to the scene, highlighting the classic family dynamic of the Duck family. Its Limited Release status makes it a moderately Hard to Find item for modern collectors looking to round out their Scrooge McDuck or vintage-themed displays.