Character Ear Hat Mystery Set 1 - Evil Queen

This pin is part of the popular Character Ear Hat Mystery Set 1, released in 2012 at both Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort. The design features a stylized Mickey Mouse ear hat inspired by the Evil Queen from Disney's 1937 animated classic, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. The center of the hat showcases the Queen's iconic heart-shaped box, topped with her golden crown and a dagger. The left ear displays the bubbling, skull-faced poison apple, while the right ear features the classic red apple with a bite taken out of it. As an Open Edition pin, this piece was designed to be accessible to a wide range of collectors, yet it remains highly sought after for its creative fusion of character iconography and the beloved ear hat format. The Evil Queen is a top-tier villain, and fans of the franchise often seek out this pin to represent the darker side of Disney history in their collections. Its compact size and detailed enamel work make it a classic example of early 2010s Disney pin design. Because it was part of a mystery series, collectors often traded to complete their sets, adding to its nostalgic appeal.