LEGO has become more than just a children’s brand – many of its sets are now seen as valuable collectibles. In 2023 alone, the company generated $10 billion in revenue, surpassing competitors like Mattel and Hasbro.
This graphic, via Visual Capitalist’s Bruno Venditti, highlights the most valuable LEGO sets today, including both retail and special collector sets.
The list, compiled by BrickEconomy as of October 2024, shows approximate values, which may vary based on demand.
$17K Spider-Man
Topping the list is the Spider-Man minifigure, released at the 2013 San Diego Comic-Con and given to raffle winners. With only 350 units made, it’s now valued at over $17,000.
Another rare set is a custom model of LEGO founder Ole Kirk Kristiansen’s house, with only 32 hand-numbered copies produced in 2009. Each is now worth nearly $10,000.
Third on the list, the UNICEF van was made in 1985 in a partnership with the United Nations Children’s Fund. It features a blue UNICEF truck and a UNICEF worker minifigure. It is now worth $10,500.
For a somewhat more affordable option, the LEGO 375-2 Castle, released in 1978, is available for around $8,700. This 767-piece Castle set, known as the “Yellow Castle,” came with 14 minifigures and was sold only in Europe, the UK, Australia, and Canada.
If you enjoyed this graphic, check out this comparison of LEGO’s revenue with other major toymakers.
Tyler Durden
Sun, 11/10/2024 – 15:45
