Elf / Villager with Green Tunic and Red Collar
cas076 · Castle
Forestmen / Castle Classic · Released around 1988, this figure is part of the classic Castle era when LEGO was expanding its faction variety and introducing detailed torso prints for medieval civilians and forest dwellers.
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Figure ID
cas076
Theme
Castle
Year Released
Released around 1988, this figure is part of the classic Castle era when LEGO was expanding its faction variety and introducing detailed torso prints for medieval civilians and forest dwellers.
Rarity
Uncommon to Rare, due to its vintage age, historical status, and specific association with older Castle and town sets from the late 1980s.
Overall Assessment
A charming and nostalgic vintage figure with a solid quality rating for its era, highly recommended for collectors building comprehensive classic Castle or retro LEGO displays.
AI Estimated Value
Not an official valuationEstimated current market value ranges between $3.00 to $8.00 USD for a complete used figure in good condition, depending on collector demand and brick marketplace pricing.
Original Retail
Originally available as part of mid-to-large-sized Castle and Town sets in the late 1980s, where individual figure cost was fractional to the overall set price.
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on condition, completeness, and market demand.
Parts
Head
Classic yellow solid head with simple black dot eyes and a simple smiling mouth print. Lacks any back printing or dual expressions characteristic of modern minifigures.
Torso
Green torso with a distinctive red scalloped collar/shawl print at the neckline and a black belt with a yellow buckle print. Features solid red arms and yellow hands. Back is unprinted.
Legs
Solid green legs with matching green hip piece, typical of classic LEGO productions without any side or leg-end printing.
Accessories
No accessories are currently attached to this figure in the image, though vintage forest and castle figures frequently included feathered caps, bows, quivers, or spears.
Printing Details
Simple vintage pad printing with clean alignment on the torso front. Features limited color counts and basic geometric lines typical of late 1980s LEGO manufacturing techniques.
Color Scheme
Primary colors consist of classic green and red, complemented by yellow skin elements and a black belt accent, creating a traditional holiday or forest character appearance.
Known Variants
Variants include slight color shades of green and red depending on the exact production batch and factory location from the late 1980s.
Condition Notes
Common wear points include fading of the torso print, scratching on the classic yellow head, loose clutch power in old-style solid-stud legs, and potential yellowing of plastic components if exposed to sunlight.
Found In Sets
Appears in classic late 1980s LEGO Castle, Forestmen, and Town sub-theme sets that featured medieval or village civilian characters.
Character Background
Represents a generic medieval villager, townsfolk, or forest dweller, adding life and narrative depth to classic LEGO Castle and Forestmen dioramas.
Design Notes
Features standard late-80s body molds with classic non-possession of back printing and standard non-dual-molded limbs, perfectly capturing the minimalist charm of vintage LEGO design.
History
Part of the foundational golden age of LEGO Castle, showcasing the transition from completely blank torsos to simple printed designs that defined late 20th-century sets.
Interesting Facts
The simple red collar and green tunic design has often been repurposed by fans for custom Christmas elf or medieval tavern keeper MOCs.
Collectibility
Moderately high collectibility among vintage LEGO enthusiasts and nostalgic collectors focusing on classic Castle and Town themes from the pre-modern era.
Similar Minifigures
Similar to other classic Castle villagers, Forestmen, and Peasants from the 1980s and early 1990s eras.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a vintage grey or green classic baseplate within a retro Castle layout or a dedicated vintage minifigure display frame protected from UV light.
Modification Potential
Excellent for purist custom builds, retro MOCs, medieval village dioramas, or holiday-themed custom minifigures using official parts.