1987–1989 Disney Dollar Set $1 & $5 Mickey Goofy PCGS 64–67PPQ Castle & Steamboat Series Vintage UNC

1987–1989 Disney Dollar Set $1 & $5 Mickey Goofy PCGS 64–67PPQ Castle & Steamboat Series Vintage UNC

Presenting a beautiful three-note Disney Dollar set featuring two early $1 Mickey Mouse notes from 1987 and 1989, paired with a colorful $5 Goofy note from 1987, all professionally certified by PCGS Currency. Graded between 64PPQ and 67PPQ, this set includes some of the earliest Disney Dollars ever issued, capturing the launch era of one of the most beloved collectible currencies of the modern age.

Authenticity:

Issued directly by Disneyland and Walt Disney World, these notes are original Disney Dollars featuring:

• Facsimile signature of Scrooge McDuck, fictional Treasurer.

• High-quality intaglio-style printing with artistic security features.

• Graded by PCGS Currency, ensuring authenticity and premium paper quality.

Historical Significance:

The Disney Dollar was officially introduced in 1987, making the $1 and $5 notes in this set among the very first Disney Dollars ever released. Designed to function like gift certificates, they were spendable at Disney Parks and Disney Stores, yet also designed with the quality and style of real currency—quickly turning them into collectible treasures.

The 1987 issues represent the pioneering year of Disney Dollars. The series was printed annually with different character and park themes until production ended in 2016. Early issues like these are significantly rarer, especially in certified uncirculated condition.

Design and Features:

1987 $1 Note – Mickey Mouse (Disney Castle Back)

• Obverse: Mickey Mouse in full color, surrounded by vintage banknote-style framing with Tinker Bell and denominations.

• Reverse: The original Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland.

• Grade: PCGS 66PPQ – Gem New

• Serial: D00160506A

1989 $1 Note – Mickey Mouse (Disney Castle Back)

• Same beloved design as 1987, reissued with updated serial number and year.

• Grade: PCGS 64PPQ – Very Choice New

• Serial: D01000011A

1987 $5 Note – Goofy (Steamboat Back)

• Obverse: A joyful Goofy waves, set against bright confetti and celebratory details.

• Reverse: The Mark Twain Steamboat, cruising along the Rivers of America at Disneyland—a nod to classic park attractions.

• Grade: PCGS 67PPQ – Superb Gem New

• Serial: D00136502A

All notes feature:

• Bold, crisp engraving.

• Vintage banknote styling with Tinker Bell in the margins.

• "ONE DISNEY DOLLAR" or "FIVE DISNEY DOLLARS" printed in rich, vibrant inks.

• Secure watermarked paper with raised printing.

Remarkable Denomination and Issuance:

These denominations—$1 and $5—represent the most widely circulated Disney Dollars of their time, but certified early issues are exceptionally scarce. Disney Dollars from the inaugural years (especially 1987) hold special prestige among collectors for marking the very beginning of Disney’s in-park currency experiment.

Catalog and Grading Information:

• Issuer: The Walt Disney Company

• Years: 1987 and 1989

• Denominations: $1 and $5

• Grades: PCGS 64PPQ, 66PPQ, and 67PPQ

• Theme: Mickey Mouse & Goofy, Disney Castle and Steamboat reverse designs

• Serial Numbers: D00160506A, D01000011A, D00136502A

Collector's Value:
This set of early Disney Dollars is a cornerstone addition to any serious Disneyana or numismatic collection. Featuring key characters, iconic park attractions, and original 1980s production dates, it offers a rare glimpse into the birth of one of Disney’s most charming and collectible traditions. Certified notes from these foundational years are increasingly difficult to acquire in high grade. A perfect blend of pop culture, currency design, and nostalgia.