Gilderoy Lockhart - Pearl Gold 20th Anniversary Edition
hp321 · Harry Potter
20th Anniversary Golden Minifigures · 2021; released to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the LEGO Harry Potter theme which debuted in 2001.
Figure ID
hp321
Theme
Harry Potter
Year Released
2021; released to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the LEGO Harry Potter theme which debuted in 2001.
Rarity
Uncommon; exclusive to a mid-priced set within the 2021 anniversary wave. While mass-produced, it was part of a limited-time commemorative series.
Head
Pearl Gold with brown/tan printing; features Lockhart's signature smarmy expression with furrowed brows and wrinkles; reverse side likely features a confused or 'Memory Charm' back-fire expression.
Torso
Pearl Gold; front printing depicts his patterned wizard robes, vest, and buttons in a monochrome gold outline; back printing continues the robe detailing.
Legs
Pearl Gold, unprinted; standard adult leg height with Pearl Gold hips.
Accessories
Includes a Pearl Gold wand, which matches the monochromatic aesthetic of the anniversary figure.
Color Scheme
Monochromatic Pearl Gold; utilizes a metallic finish for all parts to simulate a gold statue appearance.
Printing Details
Precision brown/tan line art over Pearl Gold plastic; printing is limited to the head and torso front/back, intentionally mimicking the 'statue' style without full-color decals.
Variants
None for this specific golden edition; however, it is a variant of the standard colored Lockhart (hp071, hp310) released in 2002 and 2020.
Condition Notes
Pearl Gold plastic is prone to visible scratches and 'swirl' marks from the molding process; check the neck for stress marks and the top of the hair for paint rubbing.
Estimated Value
$5.00 - $10.00 USD used/complete; slightly higher ($12.00) in new/sealed condition. These were easily obtainable but remain popular for completionists.
Price (New)
Included in set 76389 (Chamber of Secrets) which retailed for $129.99 USD.
Compatible Sets
76389 Hogwarts Chamber of Secrets (2021).
Character Background
Gilderoy Lockhart, Professor of Defense Against the Dark Arts during Harry's second year; known for his fabricated heroics and celebrity status before accidentally erasing his own memory.
Design Notes
Part of a 6-figure collection of 'Golden' characters; uses the 2020 hair mold updated for the modern aesthetic but maintains the 'classic' commemorative feel through the color choice.
Similar Minifigures
Golden Harry Potter (hp316), Golden Voldemort (hp320), Golden Ron Weasley (hp317), Golden Hermione Granger (hp318).
Collectibility
High for Harry Potter fans aiming to complete the 20th Anniversary gold stand; however, as one of the less 'heroic' characters, his individual demand is slightly lower than Harry or Voldemort.
History
Follows the success of the Star Wars 20th Anniversary figures; this was the first time LEGO created a monochromatic golden sub-line for Harry Potter.
Interesting Facts
The choice of Lockhart for the golden treatment surprised some fans, as he is a secondary antagonist, but his vanity makes the 'Golden Statue' concept very in-character.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a dark baseplate or a tiered acrylic stand alongside the other five golden anniversary figures and the anniversary Hogwarts sets.
Modification Potential
Excellent for 'living statue' MOCs or museum scenes; parts can be swapped with regular Lockhart to create a 'magical statue' effect in a Hogwarts build.
Overall Assessment
A well-executed anniversary tribute. While it lacks the high-end rarity of chrome gold figures, the Pearl Gold finish is durable and captures the character's narcissistic personality perfectly.