Gimli
lor007 · The Lord of the Rings
The Lord of the Rings · 2012
Figure ID
lor007
Theme
The Lord of the Rings
Year Released
2012
Rarity
Rare
Head
Medium dark flesh head with detailed reddish-brown eyebrows and a grimacing expression, covered by a massive reddish-brown molded hair and beard combination piece unique to dwarves of this era.
Torso
Dark brown torso with intricate dark grey and silver belt printing, leather straps, and chainmail detailing visible at the collar, paired with dark grey arms and dark brown hands.
Legs
Dark brown short legs (non-posavle), standard for LEGO dwarves to accurately reflect their short stature compared to men and elves.
Accessories
Flat silver short sword (Sting or generic dwarven short sword), a reddish-brown staff/axe handle topped with a metallic gold One Ring element, and a dark blue backpack/brick accessory.
Color Scheme
Earthy tones dominated by reddish-brown, dark brown, and dark grey, accented by metallic gold and flat silver weapons.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on torso front featuring complex straps and metal textures; detailed head printing with fierce eyes and distinct brow lines.
Variants
Gimli appears with slight variations across different sets, notably with different helmet types in later waves such as The Hobbit line.
Condition Notes
Common wear points include scratching on the metallic gold ring, fading on the torso side prints, and potential clutch power loss in the short legs.
Estimated Value
$15 - $25 USD depending on completeness and condition on the secondary market.
Price (New)
Originally available in sets ranging from $30 to $100+ USD depending on the specific box the figure was bundled in during 2012.
Compatible Sets
9473 The Mines of Moria (2012) and 79007 The Black Gate (2013).
Character Background
Gimli, son of Glóin, is a fictional character in J. R. R. Tolkien's Middle-earth legendarium, featured in The Lord of the Rings. A stalwart Dwarf warrior, he becomes a key member of the Fellowship of the Ring.
Design Notes
Utilizes the specialized molded hair/beard piece and short legs standard for the 2012 Lord of the Rings wave to accurately capture dwarven proportions.
Similar Minifigures
Legolas (lor006), Aragorn (lor008), Boromir (lor009), and Gloin from The Hobbit sets.
Collectibility
High demand among Tolkien and castle fans, as The Lord of the Rings theme has been retired for years, driving up aftermarket interest.
History
Introduced in the initial 2012 launch of LEGO The Lord of the Rings, marking the debut of specialized dwarf molds and Middle-earth themes.
Interesting Facts
The inclusion of the One Ring piece as a top ornament on a staff in this specific configuration is a fan modification or non-standard accessory setup.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a dark grey rocky baseplate alongside other members of the Fellowship inside an acrylic dust-proof case.
Modification Potential
High compatibility with generic medieval, fantasy, and Castle MOCs, especially for creating custom dwarf armies.
Overall Assessment
An iconic, highly collectible figure from a beloved, retired licensed theme with great character likeness and solid aftermarket value.