Yoda (Dark Tan Robes)
sw0001a · Star Wars
Original Trilogy / Prequel Trilogy · 2002
Figure ID
sw0001a
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2002
Rarity
Uncommon
Head
Molded olive green head with detailed facial wrinkles, white eyes, and characteristic pointed ears, cast in soft plastic as a single piece with the hair/ears.
Torso
Tan torso with dark brown tunic printing and V-neck wrap design, featuring plain bright light orange or yellow hands depending on specific variant production batch.
Legs
Short tan non-possession legs without any printing, typical of early 2000s special-height minifigures.
Accessories
Usually paired with a green lightsaber or a walking stick, though none are shown in hand in the current image.
Color Scheme
Olive green, tan, and dark brown, representing Yoda's traditional Jedi robes.
Printing Details
Simple pad printing on the face and torso front, characteristic of early LEGO Star Wars figures from the early 2000s.
Variants
Multiple versions of Yoda exist with different shades of green, varying head molds, and different robe prints across the 1999 to present eras.
Condition Notes
Check for wear on the soft plastic head ears, torso cracking under the arms, and general fading or yellowing of the tan plastic parts.
Estimated Value
5.00 USD to 15.00 USD depending on used condition and presence of accessories like his lightsaber or cane.
Price (New)
Originally available in sets ranging from 20 USD to 50 USD in the early 2000s.
Compatible Sets
7103 Jedi Duel, 4502 X-wing Fighter, 7256 Jedi Starfighter and Vulture Droid
Character Background
Yoda is the legendary Jedi Master and Grand Master of the Jedi Order, known for training generations of Jedi including Luke Skywalker.
Design Notes
Features the classic early Yoda molded head piece which is separate from the standard minifigure head style, utilizing a neck stalk to attach to standard torsos.
Similar Minifigures
Other Yoda variants (sw0201, sw0543) and Yaddle (sw1137).
Collectibility
Moderate collectibility as a nostalgic early LEGO Star Wars figure, highly desirable for classic completionists.
History
Introduced in 2002 as an update to the original 2002/2004 Yoda molds, this version standardizes the dark tan/tan robe look.
Interesting Facts
Yoda was one of the very first non-standard minifigure body shapes created by LEGO, requiring a specialized head mold.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside classic original trilogy or prequel trilogy Jedi displays on a standard black LEGO baseplate.
Modification Potential
Great for custom swamp dioramas on Dagobah or pairing with custom huts and Yoda's cooking pot.
Overall Assessment
An iconic and essential piece of LEGO Star Wars history representing the foundational era of licensed themes.