1946 Walt Disney WWII War Bond Certificate w/ Eagle Watermark + Treasury Envelope

Travel back to the WWII era with this scarce Walt Disney War Bond certificate from the U.S. Treasury Savings Bond program. In the 1940s, these certificates were issued to purchasers of WWII savings bonds to help raise funds for the war effort. This one features the beloved Disney lineup—Mickey Mouse through Goofy and the Seven Dwarves—with an authentic printer watermark visible when held to the light.

Key Details (Exactly What You’re Getting)

• Issued to: George Albert Thompson
• Date issued: April 29, 1946
• U.S. Savings Bond Division signature: Sally Butler, Deputy Manager
• Printed by: U.S. Government Printing Office
• Watermark: Eagle watermark visible when held to the light
• Includes: the rare original envelope from the Treasury Department

Design & Authenticity (Watermark Check Included)

Each Disney War Bond certificate is bordered by familiar characters and includes a printer-specific watermark that shows up when held to the light. For certificates printed by the U.S. Government Printing Office, the watermark is an eagle.

How to Spot a Fake (Collector Tips)

There are a ton of fake Walt Disney War Bond certificates out there. Here are two practical checks collectors use:

• Watermark should match the printer: the watermark differs between printers. This certificate shows the eagle watermark associated with the U.S. Government Printing Office.
• Donald Duck eye detail: look at Donald Duck’s eyes with a magnifying glass. The blue should appear as little blue dots. If it’s solid blue, it’s typically a photocopy.

Condition

• Certificate: fantastic near mint condition; crisp and clean (as pictured)
• Envelope: wear and tear on the bottom

Whether you’re a Disney collector, WWII memorabilia collector, or savings bond enthusiast, this is a high-interest, display-worthy piece of history—complete with the rare original Treasury Department envelope.