We've rounded up the 20 most valuable LEGO sets in the world as of October 2024. If you're among the fortunate owners of any of these coveted sets, you might just find yourself sitting on a goldmine.
From timeless classics to ultra-exclusive collectibles, read on to find out what LEGO sets made the cut and discover their staggering value. Plus, we reveal their anticipated appreciation in the years to come.
All dollar amounts in US dollars, and all values are courtesy of Brick Economy.
The San Diego Comic-Con 2013 Green Arrow Minifigure is a 4-piece LEGO set containing one Green Arrow superhero minifigure. It was released as part of an exclusive giveaway to promote DC superheroes at the San Diego Comic-Con in 2013, with just 200 lucky raffle winners scoring a set.
Due to their rarity, new and sealed sets are valued at $6,060 (£4.7k) today with an annual growth rate of 8.7%.
Used sets are almost of equal value, fetching up to $5,580 (£4.3K).
Released in 1989, the LEGO Pirates Black Seas Barracuda set features 909 pieces that assemble into a pirate ship, along with eight minifigures. The set originally retailed for around $87 (£67), but has skyrocketed in value over the decades.
As of 2024, a new and sealed set is worth an estimated $6,330 (£4.9k), with an annual gain of about 10.1%, making it a solid investment.
Used sets are significantly less lucrative but can still fetch around $361 (£278) on average.
The Green Arrow minifigure wasn't the only LEGO set given away at the San Diego Comic-Con to promote DC superheroes. This San Diego Comic-Con 2013 Black Suit Superman was also gifted to 200 lucky winners. The rare five-piece set consists of one Superman minifigure.
Currently, a new and sealed set is worth around $6,360 (£4.9k) with a yearly gain of about 8.5%.
Owing to their rarity, these sets are almost as lucrative when used, fetching $5,320 (£4.1k) on average.
The Piper Airplane LEGO set was exclusively gifted to attendees of the LEGO Inside Tour in 2012. As a result, only 53 exist. Its design is based on the very first plane that the LEGO Group purchased in 1962, which is now retired and on display in a museum.
The set comprises 795 pieces, which build the plane, a control tower, and five minifigures. Due to its rarity, the Piper Airplane can fetch $6,400 (£4.9k) when sealed, while used sets can fetch up to $2,850 (£2.2k).
A lucrative investment for collectors, the set boasts an annual growth rate of 35.4%.
The exclusive LEGO Star Wars San Diego Comic-Con 2008 Clone Wars set was available at the San Diego Comic-Con in 2008, with just 1,200 produced. The rare set includes 351 pieces and 16 minifigures, including Captain Rex, four Clone Troopers, one Battle Droid Commander, six Battle Droids, and four Super Battle Droids.
As of 2024, a new and sealed set is valued at approximately $6,680 (£5.1k), with a strong annual gain of about 13.1%.
Used sets are also worth a juicy sum, fetching up to $6,230 (£4.8k), depending on the condition.
The Cars set was exclusively given to attendees of the 2010 LEGO Inside Tour. Just 33 sets were produced, making it one of the rarest LEGO collectibles. It includes 407 pieces that assemble into three unique cars.
Due to its rarity, a new and sealed set is valued at approximately $6,820 (£5.2k) today. With a current yearly gain of about 30.4%, the set is a savvy investment, though they rarely come to market.
Used sets are also lucrative, with an average resale price of $5,710 (£4.4k).
Released in 1988, the Knight's Challenge LEGO set is themed around a jousting tournament. It features 132 pieces and includes 8 minifigures: 4 crusaders and 4 black knights.
The value for a new and sealed set is around $6,850 (£5.3k), with a current average yearly gain of about 17.5%.
Used sets, on average, fetch a decent resale sum of $307 (£237).
The Skull's Eye Schooner is a pirate-themed LEGO set released in 1993. It contains 912 pieces featuring a pirate ship, a rowboat, and a shark, along with nine pirate minifigures.
Upon its release, the set retailed for around $130 (£100). However, as of 2024, the value of a new and sealed Skull's Eye Schooner has significantly appreciated, with an estimated worth of $7,175 (£5.5k) and an approximate annual gain of 6%.
Used sets are less lucrative but can still fetch up to $756 (£583), depending on the condition.
Released at the San Diego Comic-Con in 2013 was the San Diego Comic-Con 2013 Spider-Woman Minifigure, a four-piece set containing one minifigure. Just 350 of these exclusive sets were up for grabs at the event.
This was the first-ever, and so far only, LEGO Spider-Woman figure released. Owing to that and its rarity, it's worth a pretty penny today, with new and sealed sets fetching a stunning $7,270 (£5.6k) and experiencing a yearly gain of around 13%.
Meanwhile, used sets can fetch up to $6,740 (£5.2k).
The ultra-rare Star Wars Miniland Figures set was gifted exclusively to a select 125 attendees at the 2011 LEGO Collectors Party during the International Toy Fair in New York. The set includes 140 pieces and features figures of Han Solo, Chewbacca, and Boba Fett.
When new and sealed, this set is currently valued at approximately $7,580 (£5.8k). With a current average yearly gain of 39.3%, it's a smart investment for LEGO collectors.
Used sets are also coveted, fetching up to $7,000 (£5.4k) due to their rarity.
Exclusive T-Rex is a 70-piece LEGO set featuring a T-Rex dinosaur on a pedestal. This limited edition set was distributed as a promotional item for the movie Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom in 2018.
Only 500 sets were made worldwide, 100 of which were given away in Belgium. Toy stores across the United Kingdom and Ireland were given a limited amount of 10 sets in total to give away, with most sets limited to Europe.
The ultra-rare set is currently valued at around $8,590 (£6.6k) when new and sealed, with a yearly gain of 5%. Meanwhile, used sets are valued at around $7,130 (£5.5k).
The ultra-exclusive Han Solo Indiana Jones Transformation Chamber LEGO set was unveiled at the 2008 New York Toy Fair. Just 100 units were produced.
The rare set consists of 56 pieces that create miniatures of Harrison Ford's iconic Han Solo and Indiana Jones rotating on a platform.
A new and sealed set boasts an estimated worth of $9,600 (£7.4k), with an average yearly gain of about 8%. Likewise, used sets are a huge money-spinner and fetch up to $8,820 (£6.8k).
LEGO released just 5,000 of these monopoly-themed Mr. Gold minifigures as part of its 2013 collectible series. At the time, they retailed for just $2.60 (£1.99).
Today, the eight-piece set is worth a remarkable $9,800 (£7.6k) when new and sealed. Despite its dizzying value, the minifigure is indeed made of plastic and not gold, as its appearance and price might suggest!
Due to their rarity, used Mr. Gold minifigures are also coveted and can fetch up to $4,000 (£3.1k).
The Vault Memory Lane was exclusively given to attendees of the 2024 LEGO Inside Tour, and therefore just 150 sets exist. The limited-edition set represents the iconic vault inside LEGO House, which holds a copy of every LEGO set ever made.
Due to its rarity, the estimated value of a new and sealed set is around $10,070 (£7.8k), with a current average yearly gain of about 15.2%.
Even used sets are worth a substantial sum, selling for $8,300 (£6.4k) on average.
Yet another LEGO Inside Tour exclusive set that's worth some serious money is Ole Kirk's House, which was gifted to attendees of the 2009 tour. It consists of 910 pieces, making up LEGO founder Kirk Kristiansen's house.
Just 32 of these ultra-rare sets were produced. As a result, a new and sealed set is valued at $10,400 (£8k) today. With a current average yearly gain of about 34.3%, this set is a lucrative investment for collectors.
Owing to their rarity, used sets are also valuable, fetching up to $9,600 (£7.4k).
The Iron Man and Captain America 2012 Collectors Preview LEGO set was given away exclusively at the New York Toy Fair in 2012. This seven-piece set contains comic book versions of the Captain America and Iron Man minifigures.
Only 125 were made, so this rare LEGO set is worth around $10,520 (£8.1k) today. Notably, the set boasts a current annual gain of 35.4%, making it a super savvy investment for collectors.
Used sets are also worth scoring, with an average value of $8,700 (£6.7k).
Released back in 1985, the UNICEF Van set was a collaboration between LEGO and UNICEF (the United Nations Children's Fund). It was released exclusively in Canada as part of a fundraising effort. It consists of 54 pieces that build a blue UNICEF truck and a UNICEF minifigure.
Today, a new and sealed set is worth around $10,900 (£8.4k). Meanwhile, the current annual growth rate is a stellar 11.3%, making the set a solid investment.
While used sets are significantly less valuable, they still fetch an average price of $758 (£584).
In second place is Castle, released in 1978. This set features 767 pieces that create a castle and 14 miniatures. Famous for being the first-ever LEGO castle, this particular version was only released in Europe, Australia, and Canada.
As of 2024, a new and sealed set is worth a juicy $11,200 (£8.6k), with a current average yearly gain of about 12.4%, making it a nice investment for collectors.
Unfortunately, used versions are significantly less lucrative, fetching up to $393 (£303).
The San Diego Comic-Con 2013 Spider-Man claims our top spot. Only 350 of these three-piece LEGO sets containing a Spider-Man minifigure were given away at the 2013 San Diego Comic-Con to promote the movie The Amazing Spider-Man 2.
The current value for a new and sealed set is estimated at an astonishing $17,800 (£13.7k) today, with an average yearly gain of about 11.9%.
Used sets are also a worthy investment and are currently valued up to $16,350 (£12.6k).
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