Description:

This collectible phone card features a prominent design inspired by the animated film "The Pebble and the Penguin." The background showcases a rich gradient of blue and purple hues, evoking the icy Antarctic setting that reflects the film's environment. The title, "The Pebble and the Penguin," spans the upper two-thirds of the front in bold, playful lettering. The word "Penguin" stands out with large white letters, creatively integrated with a cheerful, animated penguin character in place of the letter "g." This penguin boasts big expressive eyes, a bright orange beak curved into a smile, and a small red tuft of feathers on its head—giving it a distinctive, memorable look that captures the film’s whimsical spirit.

In the top right corner, the card clearly indicates its value: "$6 TELECARD," signifying it as a $6 prepaid phone card. This practical detail contrasts with the cartoonish theme, blending functionality with fandom. The lower left corner displays the ACMI logo, identifying the issuer or distributing company. Just below, the text credits "The Don Bluth Group of Companies" with the year 1995, situating this collectible in the mid-1990s and confirming its official licensing by MGM/UA and L&M. These details emphasize the card’s authenticity and collectible nature, making it a cherished memorabilia piece for fans of the movie and vintage phone card collectors alike.

Along the bottom right corner, the card is numbered "1473/2000," indicating it is a limited edition with only 2,000 units issued. This numbering enhances its rarity and appeal to collectors seeking exclusive items. The issuance date stamp, "ISSUED 04/12/95," helps pinpoint its release within the same year as the film’s debut. In the lower middle section, a small MGM logo featuring a lion reinforces the connection to the studio behind the movie. Overall, the front design balances playful imagery with official licensing and usability, making it both a functional item and a memorable keepsake.

The back side of the card features a more utilitarian design, yet remains visually consistent with the front. Dominated by a dark blue color scheme that complements the front’s palette, it provides essential instructions and technical details for using the phone card. A large grayish metallic strip runs across the top, serving as the magnetic stripe for electronically storing the card’s value. Beneath this strip, clear and concise printed information explains how to use the card with telephone services worldwide, including any restrictions such as expiration dates or call limitations. The text prioritizes clarity and user-friendliness, emphasizing practicality over visual flair.

Additional smaller print includes customer service contact details—such as a phone number or website—and sometimes a reference code for tracking or authentication purposes. Logos or trademarks may also appear to assert the card’s official status. The overall layout of the back is neat and professional, designed to inform the user while maintaining a visual connection to the front’s polished, cinematic theme. This combination of collectible art and functional design makes the entire item a fascinating example of 1990s pop culture merchandise.

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