Imperial Soldier / Bluecoat Officer Torso Part
973pb0110 · Pirates
Imperial Soldiers · 1989
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Figure ID
973pb0110
Theme
Pirates
Year Released
1989
Rarity
Common
Overall Assessment
A nostalgic and iconic vintage part from the golden age of LEGO Pirates, great for completing classic sets.
AI Estimated Value
Not an official valuationUSD $1.00 - $3.00 for the torso part alone depending on condition.
Original Retail
Original set retail prices ranged from $10 to $100+ depending on the 1989 set size.
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on condition, completeness, and market demand.
Parts
Head
Not present in image. Standard classic yellow head with mustache or bearded Imperial Soldier face typically associated with this figure.
Torso
Blue torso with red and white striped waistcoat, yellow lapels, and a brown belt with a silver buckle printed on the front. Yellow hands and blue arms.
Legs
Not present in image.
Accessories
Not present in image.
Printing Details
Classic 1989 era pad printing with simple lines representing the traditional 18th-century military uniform. Front printing only.
Color Scheme
Blue, red, white, yellow, and brown.
Known Variants
Appears with different facial expressions and headgear across various 1989-1991 Pirate sets.
Condition Notes
The torso shows minor wear on the belt printing, typical for vintage 1989 elements. Check for cracks near the neck stem.
Found In Sets
6276 Eldorado Fortress, 6274 Caribbean Clipper, 6265 Sabre Island, 6260 Shipwreck Island
Character Background
Represents the generic bluecoat soldiers serving the Governor in the classic LEGO Pirates theme, locking horns with Captain Redbeard and his crew.
Design Notes
Classic old-school torso design without back printing, representing the quintessential late 1980s LEGO Pirate aesthetic.
History
Introduced in the inaugural 1989 launch of the LEGO Pirates theme, which was a massive milestone introducing faction-based historical play.
Interesting Facts
The bluecoat soldiers were often referred to by fans as representing the French, while the later redcoats represented the British.
Collectibility
High nostalgia factor for vintage LEGO Pirates collectors, though individual common parts are inexpensive.
Similar Minifigures
Imperial Soldiers with redcoats from the later 1992 Imperial Guard sub-theme.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a vintage 1989 baseplate alongside other bluecoat and pirate minifigures.
Modification Potential
Excellent for purist MOC builders creating historical European armies or custom 18th-century scenes.