LEGO has been a popular toy for generations, captivating the hearts and minds of children and adults alike. The company’s colorful plastic bricks and minifigures have become iconic, and collectors around the world have spent millions of dollars acquiring rare and valuable LEGO sets and minifigures.
In this collector’s guide, we’ll take a look at some of the most valuable LEGO sets and minifigures that you should be on the lookout for.
Ultimate Collector’s Millennium Falcon (Set #10179)
The Ultimate Collector’s Millennium Falcon set was released in 2007 and is one of the most sought-after LEGO sets of all time. It has over 5,000 pieces and is over three feet long, making it the largest LEGO set ever produced at the time of its release. The set comes with ten minifigures, including Han Solo, Chewbacca, and Princess Leia.
The set is highly prized by collectors and has been known to sell for tens of thousands of dollars in the secondary market. If you’re lucky enough to find one, it could be a valuable addition to your collection.
Mr. Gold Minifigure (Series 10)
The Mr. Gold minifigure was released as part of Series 10 of the LEGO Minifigures line in 2013. It is extremely rare, with only 5,000 produced worldwide, and was not announced by LEGO in advance. This means that collectors had to hunt for the figure in blind bags, which only added to its rarity.
Today, a complete Mr. Gold minifigure can fetch over $5,000 in the secondary market, making it one of the most valuable LEGO minifigures ever produced.
Cafe Corner (Set #10182)
Cafe Corner is another highly sought-after LEGO set that was released in 2007. It is part of the Modular Buildings series and is one of the earliest sets in the series. The set has 2,056 pieces and features a three-story building with a cafe on the ground floor and apartments on the upper floors.
The set has become highly collectible and can sell for thousands of dollars in the secondary market. If you’re a fan of the Modular Buildings series, Cafe Corner is definitely a set to keep an eye out for.
Star Wars Collectors’ Millennium Falcon (Set #10129)
The Star Wars Collectors’ Millennium Falcon set was released in 2003 and is another highly sought-after LEGO set. It has over 6,000 pieces and is over two feet long, making it one of the largest LEGO sets ever produced at the time of its release. The set comes with minifigures of Han Solo, Chewbacca, and Princess Leia.
Today, the set can sell for thousands of dollars in the secondary market, making it a valuable addition to any LEGO collection.
Gold C-3PO Minifigure (Promotional)
The Gold C-3PO minifigure was a promotional item given away at the 2007 San Diego Comic-Con. It is extremely rare, with only ten produced, and features a gold-plated version of the classic C-3PO minifigure.
Today, a complete Gold C-3PO minifigure can sell for tens of thousands of dollars in the secondary market, making it one of the most valuable LEGO minifigures ever produced.
Taj Mahal (Set #10189)
The Taj Mahal set was released in 2008 and is one of the largest LEGO sets ever produced, with over 5,900 pieces. The set is highly detailed and features a replica of the famous Indian landmark.
Today, the set is highly collectible and can sell for thousands of dollars in the secondary market. If you’re a fan of architecture-themed LEGO sets or looking to add a large and valuable set to your collection, the Taj Mahal is definitely one to consider.
Green Grocer (Set #10185)
Green Grocer is another highly collectible Modular Buildings series set. Released in 2008, it features a three-story building with a ground-floor grocery store and apartments on the upper floors. The set has over 2,000 pieces and includes minifigures of a grocery store owner and customers.
The Green Grocer set has become highly prized by collectors and can sell for thousands of dollars in the secondary market. If you’re looking to add a valuable Modular Buildings series set to your collection, Green Grocer is definitely one to keep an eye out for.
Boba Fett Minifigure (Cloud City Version)
The Boba Fett minifigure (Cloud City version) was released in 2003 as part of the Cloud City set. It features Boba Fett in his iconic green and red armor and is highly prized by collectors.
Today, a complete Cloud City Boba Fett minifigure can sell for thousands of dollars in the secondary market, making it one of the most valuable LEGO minifigures ever produced.
Imperial Star Destroyer (Set #10030)
The Imperial Star Destroyer set was released in 2002 and is one of the largest LEGO sets ever produced, with over 3,000 pieces. The set features a replica of the iconic Imperial Star Destroyer from the Star Wars franchise and includes minifigures of Darth Vader, an Imperial Officer, and two Stormtroopers.
Today, the set is highly prized by collectors and can sell for thousands of dollars in the secondary market. If you’re a fan of Star Wars or looking to add a large and valuable set to your collection, the Imperial Star Destroyer is definitely one to consider.
Statue of Liberty (Set #3450)
The Statue of Liberty set was released in 2000 and is one of the largest LEGO sets ever produced, with over 2,800 pieces. The set features a replica of the iconic statue and includes a plaque with information about the statue.
Today, the set is highly collectible and can sell for thousands of dollars in the secondary market. If you’re a fan of architecture-themed LEGO sets or looking to add a large and valuable set to your collection, the Statue of Liberty is definitely one to consider.