Figure ID
sw0168a
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2007
Rarity
Common
Overall Assessment
A classic and essential LEGO Star Wars minifigure in average used condition, great for completing classic scene setups.
AI Estimated Value
Not an official valuation3 to 6 USD for a used complete figure depending on condition.
Original Retail
Originally included in sets ranging from 20 to 100 USD in 2007.
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on condition, completeness, and market demand.
Parts
Head
Pearl light gray or pearl gold head with printed white eyes and black pupil details, characteristic of C-3PO's robotic face.
Torso
Pearl light gray or pearl gold torso with detailed black and dark red wiring/circuitry printing on the front.
Legs
Pearl light gray or pearl gold legs with detailed black and dark red wiring and mechanical print lines.
Accessories
None present in this image.
Printing Details
Pad-printed front torso and leg details featuring mechanical wiring.
Color Scheme
Pearl Light Gray / Pearl Gold with black and dark red accent printing.
Known Variants
Appears as variant sw0168a with the standard pearl light gray/pearl gold coloring and printed eyes.
Condition Notes
Signs of play wear, slight scuffing on the torso printing, typical for older used LEGO Star Wars figures.
Found In Sets
10188 Death Star, 7666 Hoth Rebel Transport, 8038 The Battle of Endor
Character Background
C-3PO is a protocol droid fluent in over six million forms of communication, serving alongside R2-D2 in the Skywalker saga.
Design Notes
Features printed eyes and detailed exposed wiring which was a significant upgrade over earlier plain yellow or unprinted versions.
History
Introduced in 2007 as an update to earlier C-3PO designs with more detailed torso and leg printing.
Interesting Facts
C-3PO is one of the most frequently produced protocol droid minifigures in LEGO Star Wars history.
Collectibility
Common figure, highly accessible, essential for any Star Wars collection.
Similar Minifigures
Other C-3PO variants across different Star Wars waves such as sw0067 or sw0368.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed alongside R2-D2 on a standard Star Wars themed baseplate.
Modification Potential
Can be easily mixed with newer chrome or dual-molded leg variants.