Figment American Flag Shield Pin

This highly collectible pin depicts Figment, the beloved purple dragon and mascot of the Imagination! pavilion at Epcot, proudly featured in front of an American flag shield. Figment, known for his mischievous and imaginative personality, first debuted in the iconic Journey Into Imagination attraction, which opened on March 5, 1983, at Walt Disney World Resort. His creation by Disney Imagineers Tony Baxter, Steve Kirk, and X Atencio was specifically to embody the literal 'figment of imagination,' a concept central to the pavilion. This particular pin is part of the 2013 Walt Disney World Resort Hidden Mickey Series, specifically from the "Patriotic Disney Characters" collection, which comprised eight distinct pins. Hidden Mickey pins are highly sought after by collectors because they are initially exclusive to Cast Member (CM) trading and are identified by a small silver Mickey icon, prominently visible on the right side of this pin within a white stripe. The series also included more elusive Chaser pins and a Completer pin, adding layers of challenge for those aiming to complete the entire set. Figment's enduring popularity and his deep connection to Epcot, combined with the patriotic theme, make this a desirable piece for any Disney pin collector, especially around American holidays.