Lego Friends - Matthew
frnd084 · LEGO Friends
Adventure Camp / Jungle · 2014-2016
Figure ID
frnd084
Theme
LEGO Friends
Year Released
2014-2016
Rarity
Uncommon; Matthew is one of the less frequent male mini-dolls compared to the main five girls, usually appearing in mid-to-high price point sets.
Head
Light flesh mini-doll head with brown eyes, thin eyebrows, and a small smile; hair is Tan/Light Blonde short swept-back style.
Torso
Sand Blue sweater vest with dark blue and lime green argyle diamond pattern; light flesh arms and hands.
Legs
Medium Blue trousers with dark azure and white sneaker/shoe printing at the feet.
Accessories
None visible in the image, though often paired with a telescope, map, or animal accessories in retail sets.
Color Scheme
Blue-centric palette consisting of Sand Blue, Medium Blue, and Lime Green accents with Light Flesh skin tones.
Printing Details
Standard mini-doll pad printing; detailed facial features with eye highlights and specific argyle pattern alignment on the torso piece.
Variants
Standard Matthew (frnd084), Matthew with Jungle Outfit (frnd074), and Matthew with Vet Uniform (frnd159). This is the 'Sweater Vest' version.
Condition Notes
Mini-dolls are prone to loose leg/hip joints over time. Check for hairline cracks in the plastic neck and wrists, which are common stress points for this figure type.
Estimated Value
Used: $2.00 - $4.00 USD; New: $5.00 - $7.00 USD. Value is generally low as Friends figures are widely available on the secondary market.
Price (New)
Originally released in sets ranging from $29.99 to $79.99 (e.g., Summer Riding Camp or Heartlake High era).
Compatible Sets
41039 Sunshine Ranch (2014), 41058 Heartlake Shopping Mall (2014).
Character Background
Matthew is a recurring male character in the LEGO Friends universe, often depicted as a friend of the main girls who enjoys animals, nature, and school life.
Design Notes
Mini-dolls utilize a more realistic silhouette than standard minifigures; use of a unique head mold for Matthew to distinguish him from female characters.
Similar Minifigures
Liam (frnd431), Julian (frnd072), and other male mini-dolls from the early Friends period.
Collectibility
Moderate; collectors of the Friends theme or those completing the full cast of Heartlake City characters seek him out, but he is not a high-value investment piece.
History
Launched as part of the expansion of the 'Friends' universe to include male characters to broaden the narrative possibilities of the Heartlake City setting.
Interesting Facts
The Matthew character was one of the first 'boy' dolls introduced after the initial launch wave of Friends, helping to answer early criticisms about gender variety in the line.
Display Suggestions
Display within a Friends-themed city layout or 'Heartlake High' scene. Use a standard 2x4 plate for stability as mini-dolls don't have back-leg holes for studs.
Modification Potential
Hair and heads are interchangeable with other mini-dolls, though the neck peg size differs from standard LEGO minifigures, limiting cross-theme customization.
Overall Assessment
A standard, high-quality example of an early-generation LEGO Friends male mini-doll. Excellent for fans of the theme, though functionally less versatile than a standard minifigure.