2023 Solomon Isl, Disney 100 Years of Wonder Mickey Mouse Proof 1oz Silver Coin

There are few cartoon characters as well-known as Mickey Mouse. The cartoon mouse helped launch the popularity of Walt Disney and his animated films, and today, stands as the primary symbol of the entertainment empire that has been around for 100 years. 

Coin Highlights:

• Coins arrive in individual boxes with a Certificate of Authenticity!
• Celebrates a century of Disney!
• Colorized image of Mickey Mouse!
• Limited mintage of only 1,000 coins!
• Contains 1 Troy oz of .999 pure silver.
• Issued a face value of 5 Dollars by the Solomon Islands.
• Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse.
• Mickey Mouse on the reverse.

Mickey Mouse was created by Walt Disney and Ub Iwerks. He made his first public appearance in the short film “Steamboat Willie,” which premiered on November 18, 1928. This marked the beginning of Mickey’s journey as a beloved and iconic cartoon character.

Over the years, Mickey’s design has undergone some changes while still retaining his recognizable characteristics. In his early years, Mickey had round black eyes with white pupils, a more angular body shape, and a mischievous personality. As animation techniques improved and his character developed, Mickey’s design became more refined, his eyes became larger and more expressive, and his personality evolved into a more wholesome and caring one.

Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II is on the obverse of the 2023 1 oz Proof Colorized Silver Disney 100 Years of Wonder Mickey Mouse Coin. This design is Ian Rank-Broadley’s 1998 bust of Her Late Majesty and captures the Queen in right-profile relief with the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland Tiara.

Mickey Mouse is depicted in the reverse design of 2023 Proof Colorized Solomon Islands Silver 100 Years of Wonder Mickey Mouse Coins. This colorized design captures an early rendition of Mickey’s appearance with black fur, a white face, white gloves, and red shorts. As one of the earlier designs, you’ll notice that Mickey’s eyes are expressionless as each is a simple black oval on his face.