Skeleton in Crow's Nest - Pirates of the Caribbean

Collectibility

As an Open Edition (OE) pin, the Skeleton in Crow's Nest is continuously produced and does not have a specific production limit, making it generally more accessible than Limited Edition or Limited Release pins. Despite its Open Edition status, this pin is highly desirable due to its representation of an iconic and instantly recognizable scene from the world-famous Pirates of the Caribbean attraction. The enduring popularity of the ride at both Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World ensures a steady demand for pins depicting its classic characters and moments. Its appeal lies in its direct connection to a cherished piece of Disney Parks history rather than its rarity.

Historical Context

The Pirates of the Caribbean attraction, which features the memorable Skeleton Pirate in the crow's nest, originally opened at Disneyland Resort on March 18, 1967. It holds the distinction of being the last attraction Walt Disney personally supervised before his death, having evolved from his initial concept of a walk-through wax museum into the innovative boat ride system seen today. The ride was so successful that a version was built for Walt Disney World, opening on December 15, 1973. Interestingly, when the Disneyland attraction first opened, some of the skeletons used in the ride were reportedly real human bones, a practice later discontinued as technology for artificial skeletons improved.

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