2014 Disney Steamboat Willie Mickey Mouse 1/4 Oz Gold Proof Coin - COA #88

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2014 Disney Steamboat Willie 1/4oz Gold Proof Coin! Available for purchase and immediate shipment is the 2014 Disney Steamboat Willie 1/4oz Gold Proof Coin, limited mintage of just 1,000 sold out within minutes from the New Zealand Mint! Includes all Original Government Packaging and COA is #88.Sorry, I can only ship to verified Paypal addresses in the United States.The Disney – Steamboat Willie 1/4oz gold proof coin is the first in the exciting new official coin series struck by The Perth Mint on behalf of New Zealand Mint.Through the decades since its release, Steamboat Willie has received widespread acclaim for introducing one of the world’s most popular cartoon characters, and for its innovation. The film is notable for being the first cartoon with synchronized sound and the first to feature a post-produced soundtrack. The film also featured Walt Disney himself as Mickey.In 1994, Steamboat Willie was voted the thirteenth greatest cartoon of all time and selected for preservation in the United States National Film Registry 1998, being deemed culturally, historically, and aesthetically significant.The Disney – Steamboat Willie coins are the first in a two-year program of regular releases featuring Disney's most loved characters.About the coin Steamboat Willie gold and silver coins are the ultimate Disney collectibles! These limited edition collectible coins will appeal to serious Disney and D23 fans seeking quality Disney memorabilia, as well as those looking for a unique gift. About Steamboat Willie Steamboat Willie has been at the helm of Disney animation from the early days, steering it forward through the seas of imagination. Released at the Colony Theatre in New York on November 18, 1928, Steamboat Willie was directed by Walt Disney and is considered the debut of Mickey Mouse. Through the decades since its release, Steamboat Willie has received widespread critical acclaim, not only for introducing one of the world’s most popular cartoon characters, but for its innovation. The film is notable for being the first cartoon with synchronised sound. It was also the first cartoon to feature a post-produced soundtrack using a fifteen piece band and the voice of Walt Disney himself as Mickey. Reverse Design This collectible coin face captures a still frame from the iconic scene where Mickey Mouse is seen cheerfully standing at the boats wheel. Wrapped around the top of the collectible coin is the engraved name of this breakthrough cartoon, Steamboat Willie, and the year of its release, 1928. Obverse Design This features the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Country of Issue - Niue. Packaging The Steamboat Willie ¼ oz Gold Coin is presented in a classic wooden coin case which sits inside a theme printed outer box. When opened, the coin and Certificate of Authenticity are displayed.Released in New York on 18 November 1928, Steamboat Willie was directed by Walt Disney and is considered the debut of one of the world’s most recognisable cartoon characters, Mickey Mouse, and a landmark in the history of animation. Proof Quality 99.99% Pure Gold Each coin is meticulously struck from 1/4oz of 99.99% pure gold in superb proof quality. Disney’s Iconic ‘Steamboat Willie’ Reverse DesignThe coin’s reverse features a sculptured representation of Mickey Mouse at the wheel of his handcrafted ship. The inscription STEAMBOAT WILLIE 1928 completes the design. Niue Legal TenderIssued by New Zealand Mint as legal tender of the South Pacific island nation of Niue, the coin’s obverse depicts the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the 2014 year-date and the monetary denomination. Official Licensed ProductUnder official license of Disney, each gold proof coin is issued by New Zealand Mint. Extremely Limited MintageNo more than 1,000 of these Disney – Steamboat Willie 2014 1/4oz Gold Proof Coins will be made available worldwide. Presentation Packaging Featuring Vintage-Style Mickey... read more

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