Faramir - Dark Brown Outfit, Quiver Pattern
lor047 · The Lord of the Rings
The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers / The Return of the King · 2012
Figure ID
lor047
Theme
The Lord of the Rings
Year Released
2012
Rarity
Rare
Head
Light nougat dual-sided print with determined/gritting expression and mild stubble, featuring a long reddish-brown male hair piece with molded waves swept back.
Torso
Dark brown torso with intricate leather strap, quiver, and buckle printing across the front and back, dark brown arms, and light nougat hands.
Legs
Plain black standard legs with dark grey or black hip piece.
Accessories
Light grey/flat silver short sword (Orcrist/gladius style) held in hand.
Color Scheme
Dark brown, black, light nougat, and flat silver accents.
Printing Details
High-detail pad printing on torso with fine lines depicting leather straps, metallic buckles, and arrow fletchings. Dual-sided face print with high precision.
Variants
Appears in sets from the 2012 Lord of the Rings wave. No major direct variants exist for this specific printing configuration.
Condition Notes
Common wear points include scratching on the glossy torso printing, fading of the facial features, and clutch power loss in the legs. Inspect hands for stress cracks.
Estimated Value
$15 to $30 USD depending on condition and inclusion of accessories.
Price (New)
Originally available in sets retailing between $40 and $80 USD in 2012.
Compatible Sets
9473 The Mines of Moria (2012) and 10237 The Tower of Orthanc (2013).
Character Background
Faramir is a Captain of Gondor, younger brother of Boromir, and son of Denethor II. He plays a crucial role in The Two Towers and The Return of the King.
Design Notes
Features custom hair mold introduced in the 2012 Lord of the Rings wave, which accurately captures the shoulder-length look of book and film iterations.
Similar Minifigures
Boromir (lor010), Aragorn (lor008), and other Gondorian soldiers from the 2012 wave.
Collectibility
High collectibility due to the retirement of the LEGO Lord of the Rings theme and strong nostalgia among Tolkien fans.
History
Released during the initial 2012-2013 wave of LEGO The Lord of the Rings, coinciding with the popularity of Middle-earth merchandise.
Interesting Facts
The character was notoriously unappreciated by his father Denethor in the films, but his LEGO counterpart is highly sought after by collectors.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a dark grey or black brick-built baseplate alongside other Rangers of Ithilien or in a Mines of Moria vignette.
Modification Potential
Parts can be easily repurposed for custom medieval fantasy or Game of Thrones purist customs.
Overall Assessment
An essential addition for any Lord of the Rings collector, featuring great torso detailing and classic mid-era LEGO design quality.