Mickey as Knight - Haunted Mansion GWP Map

This enchanting Open Edition (OE) pin, released on February 1, 2009, at Disneyland Resort (DLR), depicts Mickey Mouse as a valiant knight, fully clad in grey armor and sporting a distinctive blue plume on his helmet while wielding a formidable axe. The design cleverly integrates Mickey into the eerie, gothic aesthetic of the beloved Haunted Mansion attraction. This pin is a sought-after piece from the 2009 Haunted Mansion Gift With Purchase (GWP) Map series, a collection that featured 6 pins in total, including characters like Pluto, Donald Duck as Phineas, and Daisy Duck as Madame Leota. As a Gift With Purchase item, collectors acquired this pin by making a qualifying purchase at the Disneyland Resort, adding a unique acquisition story to its collectibility. The Haunted Mansion, which first opened its doors at Disneyland on August 9, 1969, is a quintessential dark ride featuring 999 happy haunts and iconic Doom Buggies. This pin appeals to collectors who appreciate character crossovers with classic attractions and those specializing in Haunted Mansion memorabilia, especially given its role in completing the themed GWP map series.