Yeti (White Monochromatic / Unprinted)
col11-15 (Base ID) · Collectible Minifigures / Factory Prototype
Series 11 (2013) · 2013 (Standard release); Prototype/Test Shot unknown
Figure ID
col11-15 (Base ID)
Theme
Collectible Minifigures / Factory Prototype
Year Released
2013 (Standard release); Prototype/Test Shot unknown
Rarity
Ultra-Rare / Prototype. While the retail Yeti is common, a completely unprinted white version is likely a factory test shot or error, which are highly coveted by specialized collectors.
Head
The head is an oversized, specialized head-and-torso cover mold showing a shaggy beast. This specific example lacks the retail padding: no blue face mask or black eye printing.
Torso
The torso is covered by the head/shaggy overlay. The underlying torso and arms are plain white with no printing.
Legs
Standard short legs in plain white with no printing. Note the absence of the retail version's light blue toe/claw printing.
Accessories
Missing the standard blue popsicle (ice lolly) accessory that accompanied the retail Series 11 release.
Color Scheme
Monochromatic White. This lacks the Light Aqua and Dark Blue accents found on the production model.
Printing Details
Zero printing. This appears to be a 'blank' or 'test shot' straight from the mold before the pad-printing process.
Variants
The standard variant (col11-15) features a blue face and toenails. There is also a similar 'Square Foot' (Bigfoot) from Series 14 in brown.
Condition Notes
Since white plastic is prone to UV damage, look for yellowing. Check for 'sprue' marks or mold flash which are more common on unprinted test pieces.
Estimated Value
Varies wildly. A standard Yeti is $5-10; an unprinted factory prototype can fetch $50-$200 among niche misprint/prototype collectors.
Price (New)
$2.99 USD (original blind bag price for Series 11)
Compatible Sets
71002 Collectible Minifigures Series 11
Character Background
The Yeti is a legendary cryptid of the Himalayas. In LEGO lore, this character is often depicted as a misunderstood monster who just wants a popsicle.
Design Notes
Features a unique hair-mold overlay that slots over a standard torso, pioneered for the Series 11 Yeti and later reused for Bigfoot.
Similar Minifigures
Series 14 Square Foot (Bigfoot), Wampa (Star Wars), Bumble (Monsters), and various Ice Monsters from Power Miners.
Collectibility
Extremely high for 'misprint' or 'prototype' enthusiasts. For general collectors, it is considered incomplete compared to the production version.
History
Released in Autumn 2013 as part of the 11th wave of the blind-bagged Collectible Minifigures line.
Interesting Facts
The Yeti mold is one of the largest 'hat/hair' pieces ever made for a standard minifigure, effectively doubling the figure's volume and weight.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside the standard Series 11 Yeti to highlight the 'evolution' or 'production' stages of a minifigure.
Modification Potential
Excellent canvas for custom painters or 'purist' MOCs of albino creatures or ghosts.
Overall Assessment
A fascinating curiosity. If it is a genuine unprinted factory piece, it is a rare treasure. If it is simply the retail version with the paint removed by chemicals, it has significantly lower value.