Jasmine (Brave) - Disney Princess Mystery Collection 2016

This intriguing pin from the 2016 Disney Princess Mystery Collection features Princess Jasmine from the 1992 animated classic, Aladdin. The design is notably unique as it features a stylistic mismatch; while the character is Jasmine, the text at the bottom reads 'BRAVE,' which is the title of the 2012 Pixar film featuring Merida. This deliberate, ironic design choice was a hallmark of this mystery series, which playfully swapped the names or titles of various Disney Princesses. As an Open Edition pin, it was widely available for purchase at both Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World throughout 2016. The pin features a square portrait format with a bold, modern graphic style, showcasing Jasmine’s iconic dark hair and teal color palette. Collectors prize this piece not just for the popularity of Jasmine, but for the novelty and humor of the 'misprinted' title text. Because this was part of a mystery blind-box set, it became a common trade item among park-goers and pin enthusiasts. The pin captures a distinct era of Disney pin trading where creative, meta-humor designs were frequently explored. It serves as a fun conversation starter in any collection due to the visual disconnect between the character and the text.