Hi Hanna *o*
I am no Tamatoa but I love answering questions about Shiny things. The more sparkle the better and a well pressed, bright and shiny penny falls in that category. Did you know the first known coin press machine, also called the penny presser, penny crusher or squisher, debuted at the Chicago World’s Fair in 1893? The first Disneyland electric press machines appeared in 1987 and, what are now collector’s items, pressed out either The Mickey Rays or Bear Country, at the Main Street Penny Arcade.
Rest assured, Walt Disney World continues to make every effort in providing Guests with
enhanced safety and health measures. And I am happy to report, Hanna, Guests still can collect their prized pressed pennies, throughout the Walt Disney World Resort. As you may already know, locations for these treasures are found by visiting the
Walt Disney World site or entering “Coin Press Machines” in your My Disney Experience app search engine. Keep in mind, Guests must have a valid ticket and
park reservation to access those machines located within the Walt Disney World parks.
Happy Penny Pressing Hanna and may your collection be filled with many Shiny, magical memories and pennies.
Amy M*o*