The Purest Form of Disneyland Elongated Coins by Boomer
This Disneyland Shop, "DS" Pressed Coin Guide includes only pressed coins / tokens made by "The Mouse" not an outside vendor and may represent the purest form of Disneyland souvenir pressed coins ever issued. All the elongated coins listed here are from elongated coin dies engraved on-site at The Original Disneyland Resort, Anaheim, by the Disneyland Arcade Shop Technicians and Disneyland partner krafts. (View our Tribute to Disneyland Arcade Shop / Electro Mechanical Shop Cast Members.) These pressed coins and tokens are usually issued to recognize special Disneyland Resort Cast Members (often retirements) or Special Cast Member Events.
This Disneyland Shop Elongated Coin Guide in some respects, is an exclusive subset of scarce coins that are part of the "CM" Cast Member and Special Events Guide. It is possible and appropriate that once this guide is definitive, complete and chronological, the coins should become part of the CM Guide. Therefore, advanced collectors may wish to include these coins as a key part of their "CM" collections. Any DS coins that meet DN Prototype or TR Test Roll guide criteria are also included as part of those respective guides as well. Collectors should not stress over when this guide will be complete or definitive. "DS" coins are often very, very scarce and equally difficult to discover which can delay listing for several years after issue.
Collectors will notice that Arcade Shop die engraving has greatly evolved from the first, very basic, dot matrix style text stampbacks to excellent park logos. We feel if the direction of "in-house" die engraving continues as it has so far, the Arcade Shop may become the first choice source for future in-park penny press machine dies.
These early exceptional examples of actual Disneyland engraved coins may represent the foundation of all future Disney elongated coins or maybe just it will be only a limited venture. Whatever the future brings, we feel these coins already have a great pedigree and could be key additions to advanced collections.
Note: At the time this article was originally written in 2008, all elongated coin stampbacks or "back" dies in the Disneyland Resort were also engraved on-site by Disneyland Arcade Shop Technicians. In early 2012, a set of back stamps, featuring three dimensional engraving, were placed onstage. We believe these stampbacks were engraved off-site, probably on segmented back dies and used in place of the traditional back roller. Here is an image of a 3-D engraved pressed coin stampback. You may also view the entire first set of pressed quarters featuring 3-D stampbacks.
Note: Although we have striven to keep these entries in a chronological order, given a very limited number of these coins are issued and often to a very limited number of people, reports / discoveries of these treasured coins are often delayed.We need your help! Please share any additional information you have about "DS" guide coins by contacting us anony-mousely if you wish.
DS0001 Retired 2004 Small ARCADE MECHANICS
MERRY CHRISTMAS engraved by the Disneyland Arcade Shop at The Disneyland Resort. Very faint engraving, ARCADE MECHANICS, Mickey Mouse with hat and scarf winter ware, MERRY CHRISTMAS 2004. (A Mickey ears symbol, ooo, is used as the "00" in 2004.) Last line believed to read "Disneyland". No gripper, no border small image. Early dot matrix style of acid engraving. Believed to be the first elongated obverse die ever engraved "in-house" by Disney. Very similar to the DS0002, except penny sized image.
Reverse: Known examples have been blank.
This early example shows the dot matrix style of acid etching that was used to engrave the first Disney reverse die for the DL0251 Main Street USA elongated nickel. (The DL0251 single die machine used a back die rather than a back roller.)
Reportedly, this coin was informally introduced to Arcade Shop Cast Members during the 2004 Christmas Season, following the first Disney reverse issued in July of 2004. The coin was well received and set the stage for future elongated coins engraved at the Disneyland Resort. Feedback given for this coin was used to improve the following Arcade Shop issued elongated coins and elongated coin stampbacks. (This Disneyland pressed coin number made with the possibly now canceled#DSP0001.0.0 obverse elongated coin die in its original "0" state / variation, paired with a blank "0" reverse coin die.) Larger elongated penny image in
frame or window # 123
DS0002 Retired 2004 Large ARCADE MECHANICS MERRY CHRISTMAS engraved by the Disneyland Arcade Shop at The Disneyland Resort. Very faint engraving, ARCADE MECHANICS, Mickey Mouse with hat and scarf winter ware, MERRY CHRISTMAS 2004. (A Mickey ears symbol, ooo, is used as the "00" in 2004.) Last line believed to read "Disneyland". No gripper, no border large image. Early dot matrix style of acid engraving. Very similar to the DS0001, except quarter sized image.
Reverse: Known examples have been blank.
This coin *may* have been made within days of the DS0001. Some early coins have been reported to have been pressed on the backs of known onstage coins. Possibly the onstage dies were used to pull these engravings though the press, as they do not have coin grips. (This Disneyland pressed coin number made with the possibly now canceled#DSP0001.0.0 obverse elongated coin die in its original "0" state / variation, paired with a blank "0" reverse coin die.) Larger elongated quarter image in
frame or window # 123
DS0003 Retired RECON ROSIE
THE SECRET SQUIRREL engraved by the Disneyland Arcade Shop at The Disneyland Resort. ALEXANDER D. ROSIE, RECON ROSIE, THE SECRETSQUIRREL, dot matrix, star border, grip right.
Reverse: A nickel example is known to be blank.
and a copper and a steel cent example is known to have "DISNEYLAND" repeated four times.
This coin is just too cool! Trusted sources told Robert Hoff of ParkPennies.com that this coin was made as a gift to Alex Rosie, Arcade Manager, when leaving Disney after overseeing some major advances in the Arcade Mechanics Craft. Mr. Rosie, a former Marine, was well respected and liked by all that have reported to us about him or this coin. Editor's note: As longtime readers may know, I've been a Disneyland Guest for more than 50 years and have also studied and served time in the business management world. Based on that background, I can say, without reservation, that Mr. Rosie is one of the most impressive members of the Disneyland Management Team that I have met over all these years.
8/31/2021: I'm sorry hear of Mr. Rosie's passing. I will remember him as a well respected and friendly head of the Electro Mechanical Shop at Disneyland. And especially the day he proudly introduced me to his team of technicians at the Main Street Penny Arcade on July 2, 2004. Here is a small bit from his tribute: "Alexander Rosie, SFC (US Army Ret.), age 55, passed away on June 1, 2019. He was born on March 21, 1964 in an American Hospital in Frankfurt, Germany. Alexander proudly served his country for 21 years in the United States Army, earning the prestigious De Fleury Medal and he went on to earn his Master’s Degree in Petroleum Engineering from St. Leo’s University. Alexander was a loving husband, father, step-father, son, and grandfather who will be greatly missed." (This Disneyland pressed coin number made with the possibly now canceled#DSP0003.0.1 obverse elongated coin die in its original "0" state / variation, paired with this coin's "1" or first reverse coin die, Repeating DISNEYLAND.) Larger elongated penny image in
frame or window # 123
DS0004 Retired ELECTRO MECHANICAL TECHNICIANS
elongated token ELECTRO MECHANICAL TECHNICIANS written as a border, Electro Mechanical Mickey, grip right, inscription forms a border. Pressed on the large "Mickey USA" dollar token that was once vended via a converted change machine in Teddi Barra's Swingin' Arcade, Critter Country.
Reverse: MAGICAL MILESTONES, shooting star, DISNEYLAND 1955-2005. (This Disneyland pressed coin number made with the possibly now canceled#DSP0004.0.1 obverse elongated coin die in its original "0" state / variation, paired with this coin's "1" or first reverse coin die, MAGICAL MILESTONES, shooting star, DISNEYLAND 1955-2005.) Larger elongated token image in
frame or window # 123
DS0005 Retired HAPPY EASTER UTILITIES
SUPPORT SERVICES elongated token. HAPPY EASTER UTILITIES SUPPORT SERVICES, banner with 2005, nine small Mickey Mouse heads in two rows, three gears, wire border, grip top.
Pressed on the large "Mickey USA" dollar token that was once vended via a converted change machine in Teddi Barra's Swingin' Arcade, Critter Country.
Reverse: Blank. (This Disneyland pressed coin number made with the possibly now canceled#DSP0005.0.0 obverse elongated coin die in its original "0" state / variation, paired with a blank "0" reverse coin die.) Larger elongated token image in
frame or window # 123
DS0006 Retired MAGICAL MILESTONES DISNEYLAND 1955-2005 pressed coin image engraved by the Disneyland Arcade Shop at The Disneyland Resort. MAGICAL MILESTONES, shooting star, DISNEYLAND 1955-2005. (Same as the reverse of the coins in the 50th Anniversary set.) no border, grip left.
Reverse: Blank.
Readers have reported several DS0006 coin denominations. Reportedly, the token sized coin was settled upon as a potential give-a-way for the Disney Vacation Club kiosk in DCA during the 50th Anniversary Celebration. However, even if the rumor was true, for one reason or another, the coin was never offered publicly. These coins may also have been made as test coins and given as gifts to Cast Members. (Based on ParkPennies.com email.) Note that this die has a coin grip, blank back, and supporting evidence that is was intended as an obverse die. It would otherwise have been listed as a reverse given the image is very similar to the 50th stampbacks. (This Disneyland pressed coin number made with the possibly now canceled#DSP0006.0.0 obverse elongated coin die in its original "0" state / variation, paired with a blank "0" reverse coin die.) Larger elongated coin image in
frame or window # 123
DS0007 This number is an open chronological placeholder for a possible future coin.
Of special interest.... Retired "Scott & Tracey, Wilson Family Finally 6-5-5" This early Arcade shop engraving features a wedding cake (Married when they met again, 25 years after they were high school sweethearts.) Made by the Arcade Shop to memorialize the wedding of a good friend and longtime Arcade Shop Cast Member, on his wedding June 5, 2005.
Most were pressed without stampbacks, about three coins featured a Magical Milestones Reverse.
Approximately 50 coins were pressed in total, mostly on brass planchets (believed to be tokens), including around 15 quarters and a few smaller image cents. David (Scott) Wilson is also the eighth Cast Member inscribed on the DS0008 Electro Mechanical 2005 nickel. Images and background information courtesy of David and Tracey Wilson.
DS0008 Retired 2005 ELECTRO MECHANICAL elongated nickel engraved by the Disneyland Arcade Shop at The Disneyland Resort. ELECTRO MECHANICAL, unusual Santa Mickey Mouse face, 2005, wire border. Scarce.
Reverse: MERRY CHRISTMAS in script, KEN, GEORGE, EVERETT, KATHIE, GLENN, ROB, BOYD, DAVID, JEFF, RODELIO, LAURA, DANNY, STEPH, ROGER, MIKE, ROD in cartoon block typeface, FROM ALL OF US in script. (This Disneyland pressed coin number made with the possibly now canceled#DSP0008.0.1 obverse elongated coin die in its original "0" state / variation, paired with this coin's "1" or first reverse coin die, MERRY CHRISTMAS in script, KEN, GEORGE, EVERETT, KATHIE, GLENN, ROB, BOYD, DAVID, JEFF, RODELIO, LAURA, DANNY, STEPH, ROGER, MIKE, ROD in cartoon block typeface, FROM ALL OF US.) Larger elongated coin image in
frame or window # 123
DS0009 Retired 2006 MAINTENANCE, CHRISTMAS PARTY,
DISNEYLAND ® RESORT elongated token engraved by the Disneyland Arcade Shop at The Disneyland Resort. Mickey holding wand with star above him, MAINTENANCE, CHRISTMAS PARTY, DISNEYLAND ® RESORT, 2006. Blank back. Pressed on the large "Mickey USA" dollar token that was once vended via a converted change machine in Teddi Barra's Swingin' Arcade, Critter Country.
We are thankful for the image of this elongated token . However, we know little about its history and would welcome any additional information. Your email or anony-mouse note would be most welcome if you have additional facts about this coin. (This Disneyland pressed coin number made with the possibly now canceled#DSP0009.0.0 obverse elongated coin die in its original "0" state / variation, paired with a blank "0" reverse coin die.) Larger elongated token image in
frame or window # 123
DS0011 Retired GEORGE MEYER
early low height etched coin grip engraved by the Disneyland Arcade Shop at The Disneyland Resort. GEORGE MEYER, Portrait of George Meyer, 37 YEARS OF SERVICE, DISNEYLAND ® RESORT. Early low height etched grip variation. Very similar to the DS0011a and DS0012. Available January 31st, 2007. Presented / distributed January 31st, 2007.
Reverse: Blank.
A small number of coins were rolled and distributed with this low height gripper die before the grip slot was enhanced.
Coin(s) from this die are believed to have been included in the framed set presented to George Meyer on his retirement. Die was damaged when machine jammed at the retirement party on January 31st, 2007.
See also the George Meyer coin variations page and the George Meyer Retirement page. (This Disneyland pressed coin number made with the possibly now canceled#DSP0011.0.0 obverse elongated coin die in its original "0" state / variation, paired with a blank "0" reverse coin die.) Larger elongated nickel image in
frame or window # 123
DS0011a Retired GEORGE MEYER
High machine engraved gripper
narrow space variation elongated nickel engraved by the Disneyland Arcade Shop at The Disneyland Resort. GEORGE MEYER, Portrait of George Meyer, 37 YEARS OF SERVICE, DISNEYLAND ® RESORT. High, smooth, machine engraved gripper variation. Very similar to the DS0011 and DS0012. Available January 31st, 2007.
Reverse: Blank.
A specially marqueed single die nickel press machine held this coin die at the retirement party on January 31st, 2007. The machine was available to guests who wished to press elongated nickel souvenir mementos of the day. Two attendees estimated that about 120 coins were pressed by party guests before a jam damaged this die.
Coin(s) from this die are believed to have been included in the framed set presented to George Meyer on his retirement.
See also the George Meyer coin variations page and the George Meyer Retirement page. (This Disneyland pressed coin number made with the possibly now canceled#DSP0011.1.0 obverse elongated coin die in the first modification or "1" state / variation after the "enhanced coin grip" was added, paired with a blank "0" reverse coin die.) Larger elongated nickel image in
frame or window # 123
DS0012 Retired GEORGE MEYER
High
machine engraved gripper
wide space variation elongated nickel engraved by the Disneyland Arcade Shop at The Disneyland Resort. GEORGE MEYER, Portrait of George Meyer, 37 YEARS OF SERVICE, DISNEYLAND ® RESORT. High, smooth, machine engraved gripper die that features a greater distance between the grip and the words "George Meyer". Very similar to the DS0011 and DS0011a. Presented / distributed January 31st, 2007.
Reverse: Horizontal "DISNEYLAND ® RESORT".
A limited number of DS0012 coins were pressed on this secondary die. Coin(s) from this die are believed to have been included in the framed set presented to George Meyer on his retirement. Reports to ParkPennies.com suggest that approximately 80 coins were pressed before this die cracked and separated into two pieces.
See also the George Meyer coin variations page and the George Meyer Retirement page. (This Disneyland pressed coin number made with the possibly now canceled#DSP0012.0.1 obverse elongated coin die in its original "0" state / variation, paired with this coin's "1" or first reverse coin die, DISNEYLAND ® RESORT.) Larger elongated nickel image in
frame or window # 123
DS0013 This number is an open chronological placeholder for a possible future coin.
DS0014 Retired Eddie Garcia, 13 YEARS OF SERVICE,
DISNEYLAND ® RESORT penny reverse engraved by the Disneyland Arcade Shop at The Disneyland Resort. Eddie Garcia, Portrait of Eddie Garcia, 13 YEARS OF SERVICE, DISNEYLAND ® RESORT, no border. Distributed April 27, 2007.
Reverse: Blank.
A limited number of these coins were made in advance by the Disneyland Arcade Shop and then presented / distributed at Mr. Garcia's retirement on April 27, 2007.
ParkPennies.com is still gathering information for future updates. Coin first reported to Robert Hoff by Bill Hogarth.
(This Disneyland pressed coin number made with the possibly now canceled#DSP0014.0.0 obverse elongated coin die in its original "0" state / variation, paired with a blank "0" reverse coin die.) See also the Eddie Garcia Retirement page. Larger elongated coin image in
frame or window # 123
DS0015 This number is a chronological placeholder for a rumored "Business Card" elongated coin.
DS0016 This number is a chronological placeholder for a rumored "Business Card" elongated coin.
DS0017 This number is an open chronological placeholder for a possible future coin.
DS0019 Retired 2006 HAPPY HOLIDAYS Santa Mickey
Electro Mechanical elongated token image engraved by the Disneyland Arcade Shop at The Disneyland Resort. HAPPY HOLIDAYS Santa Mickey with gift (image from seasonal nickel set) 2009 DISNEYLAND "R" RESORT "C" DISNEY, wire border. Nickel sized token image from the DL0384 with the horizontal 2006 replaced by a vertical 2009. Nickel-sized image pressed on the small "no cash value" brass token. (DS0019 and DS0020 use same obverse.) Distributed year end, 2009.
Back stamp:
ELECTRO MECHANICAL TECH, KEN, EVERETT,
KATHIE, GLENN, ROB, BOYD,
JEFF, RODEL, LAURA, DANNY,
STEPH, RODGER, RODRIGO, JORGE,
JESSE, NATHAN & DAVID
PLNR. STEVE, MGR. JOEL
This obverse elongated token image first "etched" then given some modification via "3-D" engraving and used for both the DS0019 and DS0020.
Distributed to Electro Mechanical Shop Team Members. Each person received three coins. One coin pressed on large tokens and two pressed on small tokens, for at total issue of 41. Given as Christmas gifts to / by this shop around 12/23/09. (This Disneyland pressed coin number made with the possibly now canceled#DSP0019.0.1 obverse elongated coin die in its original "0" state / variation, paired with this coin's "1" or first reverse coin die,
ELECTRO MECHANICAL TECH, KEN, EVERETT,
KATHIE, GLENN, ROB, BOYD,
JEFF, RODEL, LAURA, DANNY,
STEPH, RODGER, RODRIGO, JORGE,
JESSE, NATHAN & DAVID
PLNR. STEVE, MGR. JOEL.) Larger elongated token image in
frame or window # 123
DS0020 Retired 2006 HAPPY HOLIDAYS Santa Mickey
PICTORIAL TEAM elongated token engraved by the Disneyland Arcade Shop at The Disneyland Resort. HAPPY HOLIDAYS Santa Mickey with gift (image from seasonal nickel set) 2009 DISNEYLAND "R" RESORT "C" DISNEY, wire border.
Nickel sized token image from the DL0384 with the horizontal 2006 replaced by a vertical 2009. Nickel-sized image pressed on the small "no cash value" brass token. (DS0019 and DS0020 use same obverse.) Distributed year end 2009.
Back stamp: MERRY CHRISTMAS, STEVE, TOM, DEBBIE, DAVE R, DAVE M, DAVE L, BRENDA, FROM THE PICTORIAL TEAM.
This obverse coin image first "etched" then given some modification via "3-D" engraving and used for both the DS0019 and DS0020.
Distributed to Pictorial Team members. One coin pressed on large tokens and two pressed on small tokens. Given as Christmas gifts to / by this shop around 12/23/09. (This Disneyland pressed coin number made with the possibly now canceled#DSP0019.0.2 obverse elongated coin die in its original "0" state / variation, paired with this coin's "2" or second reverse coin die,
MERRY CHRISTMAS, STEVE, TOM, DEBBIE, DAVE R, DAVE M, DAVE L, BRENDA, FROM THE PICTORIAL TEAM.) Larger elongated token image in
frame or window # 123
DS0022RETIRED 2017 Merry Christmas from Electro - Mechanical Disneyland Pressed Token (obverse) Horizontal pressed token obverse. Gifted to Electro Mechanical Team Members near the end of 2017. Made by the "Arcade Shop" and pressed on brass Starcade tokens as well as copper tokens. Very few of these wonderful mementos were made.
The reverse reads "Happy Holidays From Everett, Kathie, Glenn, Rob, Boyd, Jeff G. Rodel, Laura, Danny, Step M. Roger, Rodrigo, Jorge, Jesse, Nathan, David, Armando, Rogelio, Jeff H. 2017-18" (This Disneyland pressed coin number made with the possibly now canceled#DSP0021.0.1 obverse elongated coin die in its original "0" state / variation, paired with this coin's "1" or first reverse coin die,
"Happy Holidays From Everett, Kathie, Glenn, Rob, Boyd, Jeff G. Rodel, Laura, Danny, Step M. Roger, Rodrigo, Jorge, Jesse, Nathan, David, Armando, Rogelio, Jeff H. 2017-18") Larger pressed token image in
frame or window # 123
DS0024 RETIRED 2023 Merry Christmas from Electro - Mechanical Disneyland Pressed Token (obverse). A traditional keepsake that has thankfully returned after a long six year absence. This pressed token memento was presented to select Electro Mechanical Team Members in December of 2023. Made by the Disneyland Resort "Arcade Shop" aka The Electro Mechanical Craft Cast Members. It features the DS0022 obverse die paired with a new reverse. The very limited edition was pressed for presentation on Mad T Party brass tokens. However, pressed quarters and nickels are also known. Reverse: "HAPPY HOLIDAYS, 2023, EVERETT • GLENN • ROB • BOYD • JEFF • LAURA • DANIEL • STEPH • ROGER • RODRIGO • JORGE • JESSE • NATHAN • DAVID • ARMANDO • ROGELIO • FRANK • JOESPH. MANAGER BYRON ". Our thanks to the anony-mouse ParkPennies visitors who shared this coin and its history with us.
(This Disneyland pressed coin number made with the possibly now canceled#DSP0021.0.2 obverse elongated coin die in its original "0" state / variation, this coin's "2" or second reverse coin die, "HAPPY HOLIDAYS, 2023, EVERETT • GLENN • ROB • BOYD • JEFF • LAURA • DANIEL • STEPH • ROGER • RODRIGO • JORGE • JESSE • NATHAN • DAVID • ARMANDO • ROGELIO • FRANK • JOESPH. MANAGER BYRON " .) Giant, detailed 2023 Merry Christmas pressed token, obverse image. Larger pressed token image in
frame or window # 123
Note: This guide only includes elongated coins designed and engraved by Cast Members at the Disneyland Resort, Anaheim. Please see Disneyland Cast Member Coins Guide for elongated coins, designed / engraved by outside vendors and distributed exclusively to Cast Members at the Disneyland Resort.
Please use this link for an Introduction to all Disneyland Resort Pressed Coin Collection Guides.
Editor's note: We are often reminded that the preferred numismatic term is "Elongated Coins". However, as the rebellious, risk taking, devil may care ParkPennies.com contributors that we are, temptation often gets the better of us. As a result, you may see the more casual, terms like: stamped coins, pressed coins, pressed nickels, pressed dimes, pressed quarters, smashed pennies, flattened pennies, crushed pennies, squashed pennies, rolled pennies, mashed pennies, stamped pennies, smushed pennies, stretched pennies, memory pennies, keepsake pennies, flattened pennies, and souvenir coin medallions to describe these fun pressed coin souvenirs. :-) Here are some pages about the often asked questions of How many pressed coins are at Disney? and How much do pressed coins cost? Just for fun, here is a page with a bit of a different take on Pressed Coins Facts and Fiction with tips on how different coins press, cool pressed coin jewelry, early penny presses... Happy Collecting! Boomer and the folks at ParkPennies.com :-)
This Disneyland Shop, "DS" Pressed Coin Guide includes only pressed coins / tokens made by "The Mouse" not an outside vendor and may represent the purest form of Disneyland souvenir pressed coins ever issued. All the elongated coins listed here are from elongated coin dies engraved on-site at The Original Disneyland Resort, Anaheim, by the Disneyland Arcade Shop Technicians and Disneyland partner krafts. (View our 
DS0006
