Oswald the Lucky Rabbit - Disney 100

This vibrant Open Edition (OE) pin celebrates Oswald the Lucky Rabbit as part of the Disney 100 Years of Wonder celebration, marking the 100th anniversary of The Walt Disney Company, founded in 1923. The pin features a dynamic pin-on-pin design, with Oswald depicted mid-jump, layered over a blue cloud-like shape that reads "OSWALD THE LUCKY RABBIT". Oswald the Lucky Rabbit holds immense historical significance as Walt Disney's first major animated character, created with Ub Iwerks in 1927. His debut cartoon, "Trolley Troubles," was released on September 5, 1927, predating Mickey Mouse. Disney famously lost the rights to Oswald in 1928 but reacquired them in 2006, leading to a resurgence in his popularity, including appearances in video games like "Epic Mickey" and a new hand-drawn short for Disney100. Released on February 14, 2023, this pin is part of the "Disney100 - Oswald the Lucky Rabbit Collection," a series of six pins honoring this foundational character. It comes on a special Disney100 backer card and features the Disney Pin Trading 2023 backstamp, making it a cherished piece for collectors who appreciate Disney's rich animation history and the milestone anniversary.