Indiana Jones - Soldier / German Soldier
iaj019 · Indiana Jones
Kingdom of the Crystal Skull · 2008
Figure ID
iaj019
Theme
Indiana Jones
Year Released
2008
Rarity
Uncommon
Head
Flesh tone, dual-sided printing with stern/angry expressions and stubble, olive green military cap
Torso
Dark tan/olive green military uniform detailing with pockets, buttons, and belt printing, flesh arms and hands
Legs
Dark tan plain legs with standard hip piece
Accessories
Black revolver or rifle, depending on specific set configuration
Color Scheme
Dark tan, olive green, black, and flesh tones
Printing Details
High quality pad printing on torso and head, standard for late 2000s licensed themes
Variants
Multiple variations of Russian and German soldiers appeared across the Indiana Jones theme waves in 2008 and 2009
Condition Notes
Prone to slight fading on dark tan pieces and scratching on printed torsos; check clutch power and head wear
Estimated Value
5.00 USD to 12.00 USD depending on condition and completeness
Price (New)
Came packaged within sets ranging from 20.00 USD to 100.00 USD originally
Compatible Sets
7626 Jungle Cutter, 7628 Peril in Peru
Character Background
Generic antagonist military personnel from the Indiana Jones film franchise, opposing Indiana Jones during his archaeological adventures
Design Notes
Standard licensed military archetype utilizing military-specific headgear molds and accurate period-themed uniform prints
Similar Minifigures
German Soldiers from Raiders of the Lost Ark wave (iaj003, iaj004)
Collectibility
Moderate demand among Indiana Jones completionists and military LEGO collectors, stable market value
History
Released during the major revival of the Indiana Jones theme coinciding with the fourth film in 2008
Interesting Facts
LEGO avoided explicit political symbols on these figures, opting for generic historical military stylings suitable for their family-friendly brand
Display Suggestions
Best displayed inside vintage vehicle builds like the Jungle Cutter or posed in a jungle archaeological dig diorama
Modification Potential
Great for historical MOCs, custom World War II builds, or generic action-adventure adventure scenes
Overall Assessment
A solid, well-designed troop-builder figure that adds great atmospheric value to any Indiana Jones collection