25 years of pin trading - Mickey Mouse

This Open Edition (OE) pin features the iconic Mickey Mouse in a classic tuxedo, celebrating the significant 25th Anniversary of Disney Pin Trading. The pin prominently displays the text "25 YEARS OF PIN TRADING" in a silver finish, set against a dark blue background adorned with subtle Mickey head silhouettes and stars. Disney Pin Trading officially launched in October 1999 at Walt Disney World, making 2024 the actual 25th anniversary, with celebratory releases, like this pin, extending into 2025. This pin is part of the Walt Disney World (WDW) Hidden Disney 2025: Wave A series, which are typically distributed for trading with Cast Members before being made available for purchase in mystery pouches. Released in December 2024 at both Disneyland Resort (DLR) and Walt Disney World (WDW) parks, it features a "Disney Pin Trading 2025 backstamp". As Disney's most recognizable character, Mickey Mouse is a popular choice for commemorative pins, adding to this pin's appeal. The pin's design, including its enamel cloisonné and nickel finish, exemplifies the quality of official Disney pins. Collectors highly value this pin for its commemoration of a major milestone in the Disney collecting hobby, its association with Mickey Mouse, and its inclusion in a sought-after Hidden Disney series.