Lion Knight Horse with Red Barding
cas097a · Castle
Crusaders / Lion Knights · 1992
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Figure ID
cas097a
Theme
Castle
Year Released
1992
Rarity
Uncommon
Overall Assessment
An absolute classic for retro LEGO Castle enthusiasts, holding strong nostalgic value and moderate market worth.
AI Estimated Value
Not an official valuation5.00 USD to 15.00 USD depending on condition and completeness of the horse and barding.
Original Retail
Originally part of 1990s Castle sets priced between 30.00 USD and 60.00 USD.
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on condition, completeness, and market demand.
Parts
Head
Not applicable for animals; brown molded horse head with red bridle printing.
Torso
Not applicable for animals; standard classic LEGO horse body with brown legs and a red barding/caparison piece.
Legs
Standard classic LEGO horse legs molded in brown.
Accessories
Red cloth/flexible plastic barding (caparison) with yellow printed lion crest and scalloped gold/yellow edging.
Printing Details
Pad-printed yellow lion crests and pattern on the red flexible barding, with red bridle details on the horse head.
Color Scheme
Red, yellow, and brown, featuring classic primary castle faction colors.
Known Variants
Appears with different knight barding colors such as blue for the Black Falcons or white/black patterns for other factions.
Condition Notes
Check for tears or creases on the flexible barding fabric, wear on the printed yellow lion design, and bite marks or loosening on the horse neck joint.
Found In Sets
6074 Black Monarch's Ghost (alternate variants), 1584 Knight with Cart, and various classic 1990s LEGO Castle sets.
Character Background
Represents the royal steeds of the Lion Knights faction, utilized by mounted knights in medieval battle scenarios against rival factions like the Black Falcons and Forestmen.
Design Notes
Features the classic 1990s rigid horse mold combined with the iconic flexible plastic barding piece that drapes over the body.
History
Introduced in the early 1990s as LEGO expanded its medieval themes with more detailed fabric and plastic barding elements for mounted knights.
Interesting Facts
The flexible barding pieces from this era were made of a softer plastic material that is prone to stress whitening if bent incorrectly.
Collectibility
High desirability among classic LEGO Castle collectors due to nostalgia and the iconic lion crest design.
Similar Minifigures
Black Falcon horse with blue barding, Royal Knight horse with chrome armor elements.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside classic Lion Knights minifigures on a green baseplate castle diorama.
Modification Potential
Parts can be easily mixed and matched with other classic castle horse armor and saddle configurations.