Minnie Mouse - Italy - Arrivederci - EPCOT World Showcase

This 2024 Open Edition pin features Minnie Mouse celebrating the culture of the Italy Pavilion at Walt Disney World Resort's EPCOT. Minnie is depicted in a charming pose, often wearing her signature polka dots with accents that pay homage to Italian fashion and the national colors of Italy. The pin prominently features the word 'Arrivederci,' which translates to 'Until we meet again,' serving as a thematic farewell to guests departing the World Showcase. This release is part of a broader 2024 series that highlights various Disney characters at their respective international pavilions, such as Mickey Mouse in the American Adventure and Donald Duck in Mexico. Minnie Mouse herself has been a Disney icon since her debut in 'Steamboat Willie' (1928) and frequently appears as a global ambassador in park-exclusive merchandise. The Italy Pavilion, where this pin is primarily sold, was an original opening day feature of EPCOT on October 1, 1982, and is modeled after Venetian architecture, including a replica of St. Mark's Campanile. Collectors value this pin for its vibrant colors and its role as a quintessential souvenir for those completing a 'trip around the world' at EPCOT. As an Open Edition pin, it features the standard 2024 Disney Pin Trading backstamp and is designed for high-volume trading among guests and Cast Members. Its appeal lies in the intersection of character popularity and the nostalgic connection many fans have with the World Showcase pavilions.