Party Clown - Series 18
col314 · Collectible Minifigures
Series 18: Series 40th Anniversary of the Minifigure · 2018 - Released as part of the celebration for the 40th anniversary of the modern LEGO minifigure (1978–2018).
Figure ID
col314
Theme
Collectible Minifigures
Year Released
2018 - Released as part of the celebration for the 40th anniversary of the modern LEGO minifigure (1978–2018).
Rarity
Common to Uncommon - Mass-produced but retired; distributed via 'blind bag' packaging with 3 to 4 per full box of 60.
Head
Yellow classic skin tone with heavy white face paint; features a red nose, rosy cheeks, and a playful expression with the tongue out. Reversible/Double-sided: No.
Torso
Dark purple jacket over an orange vest with purple stripes and a white shirt with black buttons. Features dark purple arms and white hands to simulate gloves.
Legs
Lime green legs with printed vertical black pinstripes and a dark purple 'coat tail' transition at the waist.
Accessories
Includes two Trans-Pink balloon animals (dog mold), a dark orange cloth cape-style neck piece, a red bow tie, and a split lime/teal top hat with a flower print.
Color Scheme
Highly vibrant circus palette: Lime green, dark purple, orange, teal, and Trans-Pink accents.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the torso (front and back) and front of the legs. The top hat features unique two-tone color molding with floral print.
Variants
Standard Series 18 version. While other clowns exist (Series 1, Series 5), this specific multi-colored anniversary design is unique.
Condition Notes
Watch for fraying on the orange cloth neck piece and scratches on the translucent balloon animal accessories. The lime legs are prone to visible stress marks at the hip joints.
Estimated Value
New (Sealed Bag): $8.00 - $12.00 | Used Complete: $5.00 - $9.00.
Price (New)
$3.99 USD (original blind bag retail price).
Compatible Sets
71021 - LEGO Minifigures - Series 18: Party.
Character Background
A generic celebratory entertainer created specifically for the 40th anniversary 'Party' theme wave. His balloon animals became an iconic accessory for City-scale builds.
Design Notes
The balloon dog is a specialized mold that has since been reused in various colors across the Friends and City lines. The split-color top hat is a design highlight.
Similar Minifigures
Col008 Circus Clown (Series 1), Col073 Small Clown (Series 5), and the Birthday Party Boy (Series 18).
Collectibility
High for CMF completionists. While not as rare as the 'Classic Policeman' from the same series, it is widely considered the quintessential 'modern' LEGO clown.
History
Part of a landmark series where every character was costumed or party-themed. It represents the peak of detail for 'Civilian' style CMFs in the late 2010s.
Interesting Facts
The balloon animal accessory is designed to be held by the 'tail' or 'nose' using a standard 3.2mm grip. This figure is often used in MOCs of carnivals or fairgrounds.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on the included orange 40th-anniversary baseplate. Looks excellent alongside the Series 18 Flower Pot Girl or Unicorn Guy.
Modification Potential
The top hat and balloon dogs are highly sought after for customizing other party-themed characters or Harley Quinn variants.
Overall Assessment
An excellent mid-tier collectible. It offers great value for its unique accessories and vibrant color scheme. Rating: 8/10 for design and utility.