Han Solo - Brown Hair, Dark Blue Legs, Vest with Pockets
sw0045 · Star Wars
Ultimate Collector Series / Episode IV: A New Hope · 2003 (Released in set 10123: Cloud City)
Figure ID
sw0045
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2003 (Released in set 10123: Cloud City)
Rarity
Ultra-rare. This specific variant is one of the most coveted Star Wars minifigures due to its exclusive appearance in the high-value Cloud City set.
Head
Yellow skin tone with classic smiley face modified with Han's signature smirk and brown eyebrows. Dark brown 'tousled' hair piece.
Torso
Tan shirt with a black vest featuring detailed pocket printing on the front. No back printing, which was standard for the era.
Legs
Dark blue legs featuring unique side-leg printing for the holster and front printing for the belt buckle and strap.
Accessories
Classic black megaphone-style blaster or the newer molded small blaster (depending on specific set inclusion).
Color Scheme
A palette of yellow (skin), tan, black, and dark blue, accurately reflecting his 'A New Hope' and 'Empire Strikes Back' attire.
Printing Details
Features high-quality pad printing on the torso and, most notably, rare early-era leg printing which sets it apart from standard versions.
Variants
Standard yellow-skin Han (sw0014) lacks the leg printing. Later flesh-toned versions (sw0771) updated the design significantly.
Condition Notes
Prone to hairline cracks in the heels and torso sides. The leg printing is also susceptible to rubbing or scratching over time.
Estimated Value
Used: $500 - $800. New: Included in set 10123, which sells for $5,000+ sealed. Individual figure value is highly condition-dependent.
Price (New)
Originally included in set 10123 (Cloud City) which retailed for $99.99 in 2003.
Compatible Sets
10123 Cloud City (2003).
Character Background
The legendary smuggler and captain of the Millennium Falcon, specifically depicted here during the events on Bespin.
Design Notes
This figure marked a milestone for LEGO by including leg printing, a detail usually reserved for premium characters in high-end sets at the time.
Similar Minifigures
Boba Fett (sw0107) and Lando Calrissian (sw0105) from the same set, which also feature unique side printing.
Collectibility
Extremely high. It is a 'holy grail' item for Star Wars collectors due to the legacy of the Cloud City set.
History
Part of the first major wave of 'Elite' Star Wars figures. Released just before LEGO transitioned from yellow to flesh-toned skin for licensed themes.
Interesting Facts
The box art in the image belongs to a Star Wars 'Special Edition' or UCS-adjacent box, emphasizing Han's 'New' status in that product cycle.
Display Suggestions
Should be kept in a UV-protected acrylic case. Pairs best with the sw0107 Boba Fett for a high-value Bespin display.
Modification Potential
Low for collectors; any modification or part swapping with non-original components significantly destroys the appraisal value.
Overall Assessment
A masterpiece of early licensed minifigure design. Highly recommended for serious investors and high-end LEGO historians.