Mickey Mouse Bottle Cap

This vibrant Open Edition (OE) pin depicts Mickey Mouse in a distinctive bottle cap design, celebrating his iconic status with an "ALL-AMERICAN" theme. The pin prominently features "Mickey Mouse" in a classic script, underlined by the number "28," which signifies Mickey Mouse's debut year in 1928. His first public appearance was in the groundbreaking animated short, "Steamboat Willie," released on November 18, 1928, marking a pivotal moment in animation history as one of the first cartoons with synchronized sound. Co-created by Walt Disney and Ub Iwerks, Mickey Mouse quickly became a global phenomenon and the enduring mascot of The Walt Disney Company. This specific pin is part of the "All American Booster Pack" series, a collection of 5 pins released in 2018 that embraces patriotic imagery with red, white, and blue colors, stars, and stripes. Released on July 13, 2018, at both Disneyland Resort (DLR) and Walt Disney World (WDW), this pin appeals to collectors for its beloved character, unique bottle cap shape, and its connection to Mickey's historical origins. As an Open Edition, it was widely available, often sold as part of a booster set priced at $24.99 for four pins.