Darth Vader - Gingerbread
sw1201 · Star Wars
Advent Calendar · 2022
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Figure ID
sw1201
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2022
Rarity
Uncommon
Overall Assessment
An exceptional, highly creative, and fun seasonal variant that earns top marks for originality, desirability, and holiday charm.
AI Estimated Value
Not an official valuationNew: $15 - $25, Used: $10 - $18 depending on the marketplace and completeness.
Original Retail
Originally obtained exclusively through the 2022 LEGO Star Wars Advent Calendar which retailed for approximately $44.99.
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on condition, completeness, and market demand.
Parts
Head
Medium dark flesh head printed with Darth Vader's scarred face and glowing red/orange eyes in gingerbread icing style, covered by a unique medium dark flesh Darth Vader helmet piece.
Torso
Medium dark flesh torso printed with gingerbread icing lines, white buttons, and controls resembling Darth Vader's chest panel rendered in festive holiday style.
Legs
Medium dark flesh legs printed with white icing details mimicking frosting on gingerbread cookie boots.
Accessories
Red lightsaber hilt with a transparent neon-orange/red blade, and a white fabric cape.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing featuring festive white icing lines and controls over a unique medium dark flesh body color, executed with precise alignment.
Color Scheme
Primary medium dark flesh representing gingerbread, accented with white icing printing, silver-grey lightsaber hilt, and transparent neon-orange blade.
Known Variants
This is a unique holiday variant of Darth Vader, part of the popular LEGO Star Wars holiday themed figures.
Condition Notes
Prone to standard wear on the fabric cape and potential scratching on the unique medium dark flesh helmet and printed elements if played with heavily.
Found In Sets
75340-1: LEGO Star Wars Advent Calendar (2022)
Character Background
A festive, non-canon holiday mashup of the iconic Star Wars Sith Lord Darth Vader reimagined as a Christmas gingerbread cookie, introduced for the annual LEGO Star Wars Advent Calendar holiday lineup.
Design Notes
Features completely unique medium dark flesh colored Darth Vader helmet and head molds created specifically for this holiday release, blending the terrifying Sith aesthetic with holiday baking.
History
Released in 2022 as part of the annual tradition of LEGO Star Wars holiday-themed advent calendar exclusive minifigures.
Interesting Facts
The figure turns the most feared villain in the galaxy into a sweet treat, complete with frosting lines and a candy-like red lightsaber blade.
Collectibility
High demand among seasonal collectors and Darth Vader completionists, making it a standout piece for holiday-themed LEGO displays.
Similar Minifigures
Other holiday Star Wars figures such as Darth Vader in a Santa suit (sw0662), Yoda as Santa, and other holiday sweater variants.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed alongside other LEGO Star Wars holiday figures on a winter-themed or festive MOC baseplate, protected from direct UV light.
Modification Potential
Great for custom holiday dioramas, though collectors generally prefer to keep this unique piece unmodified due to its exclusive molded parts.