Thorin Oakenshield
lor047 · The Lord of the Rings / The Hobbit
The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey · 2012
Figure ID
lor047
Theme
The Lord of the Rings / The Hobbit
Year Released
2012
Rarity
Rare
Head
Flesh tone with detailed printing, stern expression, stubble, and sideburns. Dual-sided printing featuring a determined face on one side and a battle-gritted or shouting expression on the reverse. Paired with a long, wavy dark brown hair piece that falls over his shoulders.
Torso
Dark blue torso with intricate silver and light blue chainmail/tunic printing, detailed belt with a central gemstone buckle, and back printing continuing the armor pattern. Flat silver arms and dark bluish-gray hands.
Legs
Plain black standard short-to-medium style legs or standard black legs, molded in solid black without additional printing.
Accessories
Flat silver sword (Orcrist style) and a reddish-brown key accessory representing the key to the Lonely Mountain.
Color Scheme
Dark blue, flat silver, black, reddish-brown, and flesh tone, capturing the gritty yet regal aesthetic of the Dwarven leader.
Printing Details
High-detail pad printing on both the front and back of the torso, complex geometric and metallic armor accents, sharp facial lines, and clean eye/mouth application typical of licensed LEGO themes from 2012.
Variants
Thorin Oakenshield appears in multiple versions reflecting his appearance throughout the trilogy, including his younger version and his kingly armor variant from later sets.
Condition Notes
Common wear points include scratching on the flat silver arms, fading on the torso gemstone printing, and potential bite marks or scratches on the long hair piece.
Estimated Value
Estimated between $25 to $50 USD for a complete used figure in good condition, and higher for brand new or pristine examples.
Price (New)
Originally available in 2012 sets which retailed between $30 and $70 USD.
Compatible Sets
79003 An Unexpected Gathering (2012) and 79018 The Lonely Mountain (2014, variant version).
Character Background
Thorin II Oakenshield is a fictional character in J. R. R. Tolkien's middle-earth legendarium, serving as a major character in The Hobbit where he leads the company of dwarves to reclaim the Lonely Mountain from Smaug.
Design Notes
Features a specialized molded hair piece specifically designed for Thorin, capturing his distinct flowing locks from Peter Jackson's film adaptation.
Similar Minifigures
Other members of the Thorin and Company dwarf lineup such as Balin, Dwalin, Kili, and Fili.
Collectibility
High collectibility due to the retirement of The Hobbit theme and the enduring popularity of Middle-earth related LEGO sets.
History
Released alongside the theatrical launch of The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey in late 2012, marking a major milestone for licensed Tolkien-based LEGO themes.
Interesting Facts
The inclusion of the small brick-built or accessory key is a direct nod to the key of Thror, a crucial plot device in the story.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a dark-themed or stone-textured MOC baseplate alongside other members of the dwarf company or inside a wall-mounted acrylic display case.
Modification Potential
Excellent for custom Middle-earth dioramas, purist custom dwarf customs, or fantasy-themed MOC builds.
Overall Assessment
An essential and highly desirable minifigure for any Tolkien collector, featuring strong printing, iconic accessories, and solid long-term value.