Pirate - Blue/White Striped Shirt, Blue Legs, Black Tricorne Hat, Moustache
pi058 / pi047 (variant dependent on back printing) · Pirates
Classic Pirates / Pirates I · 1989
Figure ID
pi058 / pi047 (variant dependent on back printing)
Theme
Pirates
Year Released
1989
Rarity
Common to Uncommon. While widely produced during the late 80s and early 90s, high-quality specimens are becoming harder to find due to the age of the plastic and print wear.
Head
Classic yellow skin tone with 'Grinning Moustache' print featuring a thick black handlebar moustache and dots for eyes. Topped with a classic black Tricorne pirate hat with a top hole.
Torso
Yellow torso with a sleeveless tank top design. Features horizontal blue and white stripes with a brown/tan belt printed at the waist. Arms and hands are solid yellow.
Legs
Standard solid blue legs and hips with no printing, representing common seafarer trousers.
Accessories
The figure in the image is shown with a Black Tricorne hat. In sets, this figure was often packaged with a flintlock pistol, a cutlass, or a musket.
Color Scheme
Primary colors of yellow, blue, and white, with black and brown accents. This bright, high-contrast palette is iconic to the first wave of LEGO Pirates.
Printing Details
Pad-printed torso and head. The torso printing stops before the edges of the plastic, typical of late 80s production. It lacks back printing, which was standard for the era.
Variants
Multiple variants exist with different facial hair (stubble vs. clean moustache) and leg colors (some versions use red or white). This specific version with the striped tank and blue legs is one of the most recognizable 'deckhand' variants.
Condition Notes
Prone to 'torso cracks' on the sides under the armpits. The gold/brown belt print often fades with play. Yellowing of the white stripes is common if exposed to UV light.
Estimated Value
Used: $4.00 - $8.00; New (from sealed sets): $15.00+. Value is highly dependent on the crispness of the white stripes on the torso.
Price (New)
N/A (Individual figure). Originally available in sets ranging from $3.00 (impulse sets) to $100.00+ (Black Seas Barracuda).
Compatible Sets
Included in many sets such as 6285 Black Seas Barracuda (1989), 6270 Forbidden Island (1989), and 6257 Castaway's Raft (1989).
Character Background
This figure represents a generic pirate crewman or 'swashbuckler' under the command of Captain Redbeard. He is a staple of the Governor vs. Pirates conflict.
Design Notes
The 1989 Pirate line was revolutionary as it was the first time LEGO moved away from the standard 'smiley' face to character-specific facial expressions like the moustache seen here.
Similar Minifigures
Captain Redbeard (pi055), Imperial Soldier (pi062), and other striped-shirt pirates in red (pi054) or green (pi061).
Collectibility
High for nostalgia seekers. Every serious vintage collector wants a crew of these to populate their classic ships. Prices remain stable.
History
Launched in 1989, this figure helped define the Pirate theme, which was LEGO's third major system theme after Town and Castle.
Interesting Facts
The hat has a small hole on top which was originally designed to fit plumes, though basic pirate crew members rarely used them.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a wooden ship MOC or in a multi-level display case alongside other 1980s era figures. Keep out of sunlight to prevent yellowing of the white torso print.
Modification Potential
Excellent for classic 'System' style MOCs. The head is a favorite for creating custom 'Old-Timey' civilians or barkeeps in Town layouts.
Overall Assessment
A foundational piece of LEGO history. While not monetarily 'rare,' its design significance as one of the first figures with unique facial hair makes it a centerpiece of any vintage collection.