The Joker - Orange Bow Tie and Vest, Coiled Chain
sh005 · DC Super Heroes
Batman · Released in 2012 as part of the initial DC Super Heroes wave. It debuted in set 6863 Batwing Battle Over Gotham City.
Figure ID
sh005
Theme
DC Super Heroes
Year Released
Released in 2012 as part of the initial DC Super Heroes wave. It debuted in set 6863 Batwing Battle Over Gotham City.
Rarity
Uncommon. While not as rare as the 2006 variants, this specific version was only produced for a limited window at the start of the DC licensed theme revival.
Head
White head with a wide red-lipped grin showing teeth, green eyebrows, and yellow eyes. Features bright green swept-back hair mold (part 64798).
Torso
Purple suit vest over a green shirt, featuring an orange bow tie, lime green lapels, and a silver coiled pocket watch chain print. Bright green arms and light bluish gray hands.
Legs
Plain purple legs without printing.
Accessories
Commonly packaged with a long-barrel pistol or a 'Bang!' flag gun in its original sets, though none are pictured here.
Color Scheme
Classic Joker palette: Purple, Bright Green, White, and Orange accents.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the torso and head. The vest features crisp lines for the pocket watch and shirt buttons. Head is typically single-sided for this specific 2012 release.
Variants
This is the first modern DC Joker. It differs from sh133 (red bow tie) and sh354 (The LEGO Batman Movie version) which has more exaggerated expressions and different hair molds.
Condition Notes
Inspect for 'hairline' torso cracks on the sides, silver ink fading on the pocket chain, and teeth marks on the light gray hands. The white head is prone to showing dirt.
Estimated Value
Used Complete: $10.00 - $15.00 USD; New/Mint: $18.00 - $25.00 USD. Pieces individually: Hair ($2), Torso ($5).
Price (New)
Original set 6863 (Batwing Battle) retailed for $34.99 USD in 2012.
Compatible Sets
6863 Batwing Battle Over Gotham City (2012) and 30161 Batmobile Polybag (often cited in promotional material).
Character Background
The Joker is Batman's arch-nemesis, the 'Clown Prince of Crime.' This design is heavily inspired by the standard comic book look and the 1990s animated series aesthetic.
Design Notes
This figure marked the transition from the 'Classic' 2006 Batman line to the modernized Super Heroes line, introducing more vibrant colors and the new spikey hair mold.
Similar Minifigures
sh133 (Joker with Red Bow Tie), bat005 (Original 2006 Joker), and sh354 (Movie Joker).
Collectibility
Stable. It is a foundational figure for any DC LEGO collector, though its value is capped by the high number of newer Joker variations released since.
History
Follows the rare 2006 Batman line; this 2012 version redesigned the Joker to be more 'family friendly' and colorful compared to the previous darker purple versions.
Interesting Facts
This torso print was used in a LEGO Batman 2: DC Super Heroes video game promotional render before the physical sets hit shelves.
Display Suggestions
Pairs perfectly with the 2012 Batwing or standing opposite the sh016 Batman in a classic rooftop encounter vignette.
Modification Potential
Great for 'Suicide Squad' or 'Arkham Asylum' MOCs; the bright green arms are useful for various custom plant-based or alien characters.
Overall Assessment
An iconic, high-quality representation of the character. While not the most expensive Joker, it is the 'definitive' version for many who started collecting in the early 2010s.