The Mayor / Town Mayor (Torso only visible)
hol024 / cty0209 · City / Holiday
Advent Calendar / Town · Released in 2011. This torso debuted as part of the Lego City Advent Calendar (Set 7958) and later appeared in City sets like the Fire Station.
Figure ID
hol024 / cty0209
Theme
City / Holiday
Year Released
Released in 2011. This torso debuted as part of the Lego City Advent Calendar (Set 7958) and later appeared in City sets like the Fire Station.
Rarity
Uncommon. While the Advent Calendar was mass produced, this specific torso print with the gold pocket watch is unique to a few select 'formal' city figures from the early 2010s.
Head
The head is missing in this image. The intended head for hol024 features a grey mustache, glasses, and a top hat.
Torso
Light Bluish Gray Torso with Pinstripe Vest, Dark Red Tie, and Gold Pocket Watch with Chain print. It has white arms and yellow hands. The back is unprinted.
Legs
The legs are missing in this image. The official figure uses plain Light Bluish Gray legs.
Accessories
None visible. The full figure usually includes a top hat and occasionally a megaphone or letter element.
Color Scheme
Light Bluish Gray, White, Dark Red, and Metallic Gold. The pinstripes are thin black lines on a gray base.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing. Notable for the metallic gold ink used on the pocket watch and chain, which was a premium detail for City figures at the time.
Variants
A similar torso without the pocket watch exists in older themes. This specific 'Pocket Watch' variant is the most recognized for 'Mayor' type characters.
Condition Notes
The torso shows minor play wear. Common issues include 'torso cracks' at the side seams and fading of the gold metallic ink on the chain if handled frequently.
Estimated Value
The torso alone is valued at $1.00 - $2.00 USD. The complete hol024 minifigure is valued around $4.00 - $6.00 USD.
Price (New)
Originally part of Set 7958 (Lego City Advent Calendar 2011) which retailed for $34.99 USD.
Compatible Sets
7958 City Advent Calendar (2011), 60004 Fire Station (2013), and 10232 Palace Cinema (as a background actor).
Character Background
The Mayor is a recurring generic character in the LEGO City universe, often appearing to cut ribbons or lead holiday festivities in Advent calendars.
Design Notes
This design successfully captures an 'old-world' formal aesthetic using modern LEGO printing techniques, specifically the use of metallic ink to simulate gold.
Similar Minifigures
Cornelius Fudge (Harry Potter), Ghost of Christmas Past, and various 1920s-era City figures.
Collectibility
Moderate for completionists of the City Advent series. It is a staple torso for builders of Victorian or 1920s-era MOCs (My Own Creations).
History
This torso represents a transition period in LEGO City where generic citizens began receiving more detailed, character-specific professional attire.
Interesting Facts
This torso is often used by fans to create custom versions of 'The Penguin' from DC Comics or 'The Fat Controller' from Thomas the Tank Engine due to the pinstripe and watch.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed in a Town Square scene, a modular building sidewalk, or as part of a Christmas Village layout.
Modification Potential
Great for 'purist' customs. Switching the yellow hands to flesh-toned hands can modernize the figure for use in licensed themes.
Overall Assessment
A solid, classic civilian torso. While the figure is incomplete in the photo, the torso itself is in good condition and remains a highly useful part for custom minifigure creators.