The Joker - Dark Purple Jacket, Lilac Vest, Green Tie
bat005 · Batman
Classic Batman / The Dark Knight Collection · 2006
Figure ID
bat005
Theme
Batman
Year Released
2006
Rarity
Rare
Head
White flesh tone face with green smeared eye makeup, intense black eyebrows, red painted wide smile, and white skin. Features green slicked-back hair piece.
Torso
Dark blue/purple jacket with lilac lapels, a lilac waistcoat vest with yellow buttons, a striped undershirt, and a green tie with yellow lining.
Legs
Dark purple plain legs without printing, with a matching dark purple hip piece.
Accessories
Typically includes a purple crowbar or submachine gun depending on the specific set version, though none are pictured.
Color Scheme
Dark purple, lilac, green, white, and yellow accents.
Printing Details
Classic 2006 era simple pad printing on the torso front only, with clean lines and classic comic-book-inspired aesthetic.
Variants
Appears in multiple 2006 Batman sets with minor hand/accessory variations, including variants with white hands or black hands.
Condition Notes
Prone to wear on the face printing (especially the red lips) and scratching on the dark purple torso and leg plastic. Check for torso crack stress marks.
Estimated Value
15 to 30 USD used complete, depending on condition and inclusion of original accessories.
Price (New)
N/A - Retired vintage collector item.
Compatible Sets
7782 The Batwing: The Joker's Aerial Assault, 7785 Arkham Asylum
Character Background
The Joker is Batman's archnemesis, a psychotic criminal mastermind with a warped, sadistic sense of humor, originating from DC Comics.
Design Notes
Represents the definitive classic LEGO Joker design of the mid-2000s before the transition to modern Batman themes.
Similar Minifigures
Other early DC Batman villains from the 2006-2008 wave such as The Riddler and Two-Face.
Collectibility
High desirability among nostalgic DC Super Heroes and vintage LEGO Batman collectors.
History
One of the earliest iterations of The Joker produced by LEGO during the initial launch of the licensed Batman theme in 2006.
Interesting Facts
This specific face print is iconic for early LEGO DC themes and captures a more menacing, comic-accurate expression than later iterations.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a dark-themed custom baseplate alongside the 2006 Batman minifigure inside a dust-free acrylic case.
Modification Potential
Great for purist customisations or retro MOCs recreating classic 2000s Gotham City street battles.
Overall Assessment
An essential, highly collectible vintage gem for any LEGO Batman fan, offering great display value and solid historical importance.