1 oz Gold Disney Mickey Through the Ages - Mickey's Delayed Date 2017 (Mintage: 500 | Proof)

1 oz Gold Disney "Mickey Through the Ages" – Mickey's Delayed Date 2017

• Strictly limited: very low mintage of only 500 pieces worldwide
• Growth potential: Very high appreciation potential due to the strict limitation and high demand for Disney designs
• Rarity: a rare collector's coin made from a full troy ounce of fine gold 999.9
• Minting quality: highest possible minting quality "Proof" (PP) with mirror finish and matte reliefs
• Design: Mickey Mouse in a tailcoat and top hat, hurrying to a rendezvous – a scene from the classic animated short "Mickey's Delayed Date" from 1947
• Manufacturer: minted by the renowned New Zealand Mint
• Country of origin: official legal tender of the Pacific island nation of Niue

Anyone who loves Disney and precious metals equally will find a jewel for their collector's shelf here: This exclusive collector's coin made from one troy ounce of pure fine gold combines one of the world's most famous animated characters with the most prestigious of all minting qualities. With a mintage of only 500 pieces, this is a true rarity – a collector's item that is rarely found in this combination of material, design, and limited edition.

The Design: Mickey Mouse Between Alarm Clock and Dance Floor

The sixth issue of the popular series "Mickey Through the Ages" captures a moment from the Disney short film "Mickey's Delayed Date," which was released in cinemas on 3 October 1947. The story is charmingly chaotic: Mickey oversleeps his date until Minnie reminds him by phone about the dance evening – and now every second counts. With his dog Pluto by his side, Mickey dons his tailcoat and top hat and rushes off. The coin captures exactly this turbulent moment: Mickey in motion, his top hat flying, every detail cleanly worked out in relief. Around the edge, the coin bears the inscription "1 oz 9999 Gold © Disney – Mickey's Delayed Date, 1947".

The value side shows the official portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, framed by the issuing country Niue, the face value of 250 dollars, and the year of issue 2017. Incidentally, "Mickey's Delayed Date" was the last cartoon in which Walt Disney personally lent his voice to Mickey Mouse – a piece of film history that adds further value to this issue.

Proof – The Premier Class of Minting

The Proof quality is considered the most demanding minting technique of all. Mirror-polished surfaces meet finely matte-finished design motifs, creating that noble depth contrast that distinguishes truly premium coins. The coin is delivered in its original, high-quality box along with a numbered certificate of authenticity – ensuring the collector's value is permanently documented and protected.

Technical Specifications at a Glance

• Material: Gold with fineness 999.9 (one troy ounce of fine gold)
• Gross weight: 31.1 g
• Diameter: 33.00 mm
• Face value: 250 dollars (Niue)
• Year of issue: 2017
• Minting quality: Proof (PP)
• Mint: New Zealand Mint
• Mintage: strictly limited to 500 pieces
• Delivery: in original box with certificate

For Forward-Thinking Disney Coin Collectors

Disney gold coins from Niue have developed into highly sought-after collector's items in recent years. The combination of an official licence, a world-famous design, and an exceptionally low mintage makes the Mickey's Delayed Date issue particularly appealing. It is precisely the very low mintage that ensures this premium coin is highly coveted among enthusiasts.

Gold is humanity's oldest currency and has never lost its appeal over millennia. In the form of a limited Disney collector's coin, this timeless store of value is combined with the magic of a childhood classic.

Whether as the highlight of an existing Disney collection, as an entry into the world of licensed gold coins, or as a gleaming gift with a genuine gold core: This rare collector's coin combines emotional and material value in a special way. Anyone wishing to complete the "Mickey Through the Ages" series should not hesitate too long given such a strict limited edition.