The Flash - Solid Gold / Chrome Gold Custom Variant
Custom · DC Super Heroes
Justice League · Unknown (Custom or Third-Party Plated)
Figure ID
Custom
Theme
DC Super Heroes
Year Released
Unknown (Custom or Third-Party Plated)
Rarity
Custom / Unofficial
Head
Chrome gold helmet/head piece featuring a molded lightning bolt on the side, with printed eyes and mouth expression matching standard Flash figures.
Torso
Chrome gold torso with pad-printed red lightning bolt emblem inside a white circle, overlaid with black muscle contours and red lightning accent details, paired with red hands.
Legs
Chrome gold legs with printed red boot sections at the lower half, matching the iconic Flash costume.
Accessories
None visible in the image.
Color Scheme
Reflective chrome gold primary color with vivid red and black accent printing.
Printing Details
High-gloss metallic chrome plating over standard LEGO plastic bases, featuring standard pad printing applied over the reflective surface.
Variants
Standard official LEGO Flash minifigures come in regular injection-molded colors (dark red, bright light orange), making this chrome gold version an unofficial custom or third-party electroplated creation.
Condition Notes
Chrome plating is prone to micro-scratches, fingerprint smudges, and flaking around friction points like the hip joints and hand sockets.
Estimated Value
Varies significantly depending on the quality of custom plating, typically valued around $10 to $30 USD as a custom piece, lacking official LEGO aftermarket prestige.
Price (New)
N/A (Official chrome gold figures from LEGO are rare promotional items, but this specific figure is not an official release).
Compatible Sets
None officially. Fits into standard DC Super Heroes display setups.
Character Background
The Flash is the fast-running superhero from DC Comics, capable of tapping into the Speed Force to move at superhuman velocities.
Design Notes
Utilizes third-party vacuum metalization or electroplating to achieve a mirror-like gold finish, mimicking rare official LEGO contest prizes.
Similar Minifigures
Official LEGO San Diego Comic-Con exclusive minifigures, official chrome gold C-3PO, or standard official LEGO Flash (sh074, sh233).
Collectibility
Low for purist collectors due to its unofficial custom nature, but moderately appealing for custom DC superhero display enthusiasts.
History
Custom chrome figures became popular in the fan community to replicate the ultra-rare official chrome promotional figures released by LEGO in past decades.
Interesting Facts
While LEGO has produced official chrome gold figures like C-3PO and chrome Darth Vader, they never released an official chrome gold version of The Flash.
Display Suggestions
Display in an enclosed, UV-protected acrylic case to prevent the reflective chrome finish from accumulating dust and scratches.
Modification Potential
High, as it is already a modified or custom third-party item meant for unique display collections.
Overall Assessment
A striking and visually appealing custom minifigure that mimics official promotional rare items, though it holds no official LEGO catalog value.