One of Disney’s original, Sensational Six, Donald Duck is among the most famous cartoon characters globally. Making his debut in 1934, Donald Duck is celebrating his 90th birthday in 2024, and the New Zealand Mint is marking this milestone in style. Now, 2024 1/4 oz Proof Niue Gold Donald Duck 90th Anniversary Coins are available for purchase from BullionMax.

Coin Highlights:

• Coins arrive in display boxes with a themed box and a Certificate of Authenticity!
• Designed to honor Donald Duck’s 90th birthday!
• Limited mintage of only 90 coins!
• Contains 1/4 Troy oz of .9999 pure gold.
• Issued a face value of $25 (NZD) by Niue.
• Obverse features King Charles III.
• Reverse includes a depiction of Donald Duck’s head.

Donald Duck made his first appearance on June 9, 1934, in the Silly Symphony cartoon “The Wise Little Hen.” Created by Walt Disney and designed by animator Dick Lundy, Donald initially appeared as a supporting character. His distinctive voice, provided by Clarence Nash, set him apart. Nash continued to voice Donald for over 50 years, creating one of the most recognizable voices in animation history.

By 1937, Donald had become popular enough to headline his own series of cartoons. His first solo cartoon was “Don Donald,” which also introduced his long-time love interest, Daisy Duck (originally named Donna Duck). Over the next several decades, Donald would star in over 100 theatrical shorts, far outpacing Mickey Mouse in screen appearances.

On the obverse of the 2024 1/4 oz Proof Gold Donald Duck 90th Anniversary Coin, the mint features a bust of King Charles III. His Majesty is shown in a left-profile relief, depicted without a crown on his head. Effigies of Charles III are expanding to more programs in 2024 as Commonwealth Nations transition from portraits of the late Queen Elizabeth II.

The reverse design of the 2024 Proof Niue Gold Donald Duck 90th Anniversary Coin showcases a classic depiction of Donald Duck. Here, he is shown with a wide smile and his iconic sailor’s cap on his head.

These 2024 1/4 oz Proof Niue Gold Donald Duck 90th Anniversary Coins are individually packaged by the mint. Each coin comes in a black presentation box with a pop-up display. The coin and box are housed in a themed shipper that includes a Certificate of Authenticity.

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