Statue of Liberty
col116 · Collectible Minifigures
Series 6 · 2012
Figure ID
col116
Theme
Collectible Minifigures
Year Released
2012
Rarity
Rare
Head
Sand green head with simple black eyes and a neutral mouth line, featuring an integrated 7-spike crown and sculpted hair piece unique to this figure.
Torso
Sand green torso featuring detailed black line printing of draped classical robes (stola), matching sand green arms and hands.
Legs
Sand green sloping brick/cheese wedge or specialized solid 1x2 brick structure with extensive black line printing continuing the flowing robes down to the base.
Accessories
Trans-neon orange flame piece mounted on a sand green torch handle, and a sand green flat tile acting as a tablet (tabula ansata).
Color Scheme
Monochromatic sand green with trans-neon orange accents on the flame, perfectly capturing the oxidized copper look of the real-world monument.
Printing Details
High-quality black pad printing on sand green elements, featuring intricate draping lines on both torso and lower brick, with clean facial features.
Variants
No direct color variants, though a distinct larger version appeared as part of the LEGO Architecture skyline series and LEGO Marvel sets (Spider-Man homecoming scene).
Condition Notes
Prone to wear on the sharp edges of the unique crown spikes and potential scratching on the trans-neon orange flame element. Sand green is generally stable against yellowing.
Estimated Value
Used complete: $15 - $25, New sealed: $30 - $45 depending on the presence of the original foil pack and baseplate.
Price (New)
Original retail price in 2012 was approximately $2.99 per blind bag.
Compatible Sets
8827-8 Collectible Minifigures Series 6, Statue of Liberty (Series 6)
Character Background
Based on the iconic copper neoclassical sculpture on Liberty Island in New York Harbor, designed by Frédéric-Auguste Bartholdi and dedicated in 1886.
Design Notes
Utilizes a specialized 1x2 printed sloped brick instead of standard minifigure legs to represent the continuous draped robes of the statue.
Similar Minifigures
Series 1 Forestman, Series 6 Roman Soldier, and other landmark-inspired historical Collectible Minifigures.
Collectibility
High demand among CMF collectors and those building USA-themed or architectural displays, consistently maintaining a solid collector value.
History
Released in early 2012 as part of the highly popular Series 6 of the LEGO Collectible Minifigures line, introducing several new molded elements.
Interesting Facts
The statue's unique crown is cast as a single piece combining hair and headgear, making it incompatible with standard hats or helmets.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a standard black CMF baseplate with a transparent or New York City skyline backdrop to highlight its monument status.
Modification Potential
Due to the unique molded head and sloped brick body, modification is challenging without altering exclusive parts, making it better suited for purist collections.
Overall Assessment
An exceptional and highly iconic Collectible Minifigure with unique molded pieces and excellent representation of a world-famous landmark, earning a top-tier recommendation for collectors.