Disney Official Pin Trading 2008 Stamp Series Mickey Mouse Tombstone Back Pin
Disney · Collectibles & Antiques > Disneyana > Pins, Patches & Buttons
Era / Decade
2008
Material
Gold-tone base metal with hard enamel and a rubber 'Mickey head' pin back.
Condition
Very Good. The back shows light scratching and surface oxidation expected with age. The rubber clutch appears intact and functional. The enamel front (not shown but inferred from series) is likely well-preserved given the back condition.
Demand Level
Moderate. Disney pins have a dedicated niche market with consistent demand, especially for specific year-dated backstamps for collectors filling sets.
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
$5.00 - $12.00 - $18.00
Estimated Retail Value
$8.95 - $12.95
Comparable Sales
Recent 2008 series pins in similar condition have sold on eBay for $6.00 to $15.00 depending on the character featured on the front. Completeness of sets increases value significantly.
Description
Authentic 2008 Disney Official Pin Trading collectible featuring a gold-toned textured back with the classic Pin Trading logo and 2008 date stamp. This specific shape corresponds to the 'Tombstone' or 'Arched' series often found in Hidden Mickey or starter sets. Includes the signature black rubber Mickey head pin back.
Key Features
Includes official 2008 Pin Trading logo stamp; signature Mickey-shaped rubber pin back; gold-tone textured finish; highly collectible for Disney pin completionists and traders.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Features the official 'Official Pin Trading 2008' logo with crisp edges, recessed text, and the copyright '© Disney / China' stamp. The 'waffle' texturing on the back stops before the edge of the pin, which is a standard indicator of genuine Disney manufacturing.
Flaws to Note
Minor surface wear/scuffing on the metal back; slight dulling of the gold finish; minor dust on the rubber clutch.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (best for worldwide collectors), Mercari (active pin community), or Disney Pin Trading forums/Facebook groups.
Selling Tips
Photograph the front clearly as the primary image. Use keywords: 'Official Disney Pin Trading', '2008', 'Authentic', and 'Hidden Mickey' (if applicable). Ship in a padded bubble mailer to prevent post office sorting machines from crushing the pin post.