Dave, thanks so much! That is quite helpful. At the very least you've
persuaded me to put Donald on a high shelf where he's safe. On his other
side is written "Japan," which confirms your ID of his origin. I won't
characterize that mark as a numeral ...
Hi Vintage--thanks for all the wonderful help you're providing. Could
you look at my Donald Duck 30s figurine post below and see if you have
any insight? (didn't want to repost it here and bog down thread). Thanks
so much!