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Collection
Name
Lime Slice - Mickey Icon Fruit Pin
Series
Mickey Icon Fruit Set
Origin
Retailer
Year
2007
Edition
OE
Subject
Mickey Mouse
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This vibrant Lime Slice Mickey Icon Fruit Pin is a whimsical piece from the 2007 Mickey Icon Fruit Set, which creatively reimagined Disney’s most iconic silhouette as various pieces of citrus fruit. The design features a classic Mickey Mouse head shape, with the circular face rendered as a bright yellow lime slice filled with a dark green, petal-like segment pattern, while the ears are solid green. As an Open Edition release, this pin was widely available to collectors at various retail locations, making it a staple for those who enjoy food-themed or 'hidden Mickey' style designs. Mickey Mouse, the legendary mascot of the Walt Disney Company, first debuted in the 1928 short 'Steamboat Willie,' and his silhouette remains one of the most recognizable symbols in the world. This pin captures the playful, mid-2000s era of pin trading, where stylized character icons were highly popular among fans who enjoyed themed collections. The simple, bold enamel work and clean lines make it a visually striking addition to any display board. Because it is an Open Edition pin, it serves as a nostalgic reminder of the vast variety of merchandise produced during that period of Disney park and retail history. Collectors often seek out these fruit-themed icons to complete their Mickey-themed collections or to add a pop of color to their lanyards.
As an Open Edition pin, this piece is not limited by a specific production number, making it highly accessible for newer collectors or those looking to fill gaps in their Mickey collections. Its desirability stems from the popular 'Mickey Icon' theme, which remains a staple of Disney pin collecting. While it lacks the scarcity of a Limited Edition pin, its creative design ensures it remains a fun, sought-after piece for fans of food-themed Disney merchandise.
Released in 2007, this pin reflects the mid-2000s trend in Disney pin collecting where designers frequently experimented with creative, stylized, and abstract versions of the classic Mickey head icon. This era was characterized by a surge in 'theme' sets, ranging from fruits and flowers to holidays and professions, which helped expand the hobby to a wider audience of casual collectors.
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