Walt Disney WWII War Bond Certificate – 1940s U.S. Treasury War Bonds

Own a rare piece of World War II and Disney history: a Disney-themed war bond certificate issued to purchasers of WWII savings bonds in the 1940s to help fund the war effort. The certificate is bordered with familiar Disney characters from Mickey Mouse and Goofy to the Seven Dwarves, and includes a unique watermark visible when held to the light.

This particular certificate features a Victory Loan stamp on the lower left and was issued to Joyce Stoerzinger from Daddy on November 6, 1945. These certificates were printed by one of two government-approved printers: the U.S. Government Printing Office or the Homer H. Boelter Printing Company. This specific piece was printed by the Homer H. Boelter Company.

Condition: Very nice, with light age toning. The piece is crisp and ready for display in a collection of wartime memorabilia, Disney lore, or government-issued securities.

Walt Disney WWII War Bond Certificate – Victory Loan (1945) – Boelter Printing

• Printer: Homer H. Boelter Printing Company (one of two authorized printers)
• Era: World War II, Victory Loan era
• Issuer: U.S. Treasury War Bonds program
• Watermark: Disney-themed certificate with watermark visible to light
• Subject matter: Disney characters including Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Goofy, and the Seven Dwarves
• Condition: As pictured; Very nice with light age toning

Authentication & Collectibility

These certificates are sought after by Scripophily collectors and Disney memorabilia enthusiasts. Beware of counterfeit items: genuine WWII Disney war bonds feature a watermark specific to the printer and, in the case of Donald Duck imagery, a distinctive eye-dot pattern when viewed with magnification. Authentic watermark and print details are key indicators of legitimacy.

Display & Value

A striking display piece for desks, display cabinets, or dedicated wartime/Disney collections. The combination of Disney artwork and Treasury history makes it a versatile conversation starter and potential investment piece for serious collectors.

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