Princess Leia - White Dress, Small Necklace (Alderaan)
sw0815 · Star Wars
Ultimate Collector Series / A New Hope · 2017 (First appeared in set 75159 Death Star)
Figure ID
sw0815
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2017 (First appeared in set 75159 Death Star)
Rarity
Uncommon. While not a limited convention exclusive, it was primarily distributed in the expensive UCS Death Star (2016 re-release) and a specific 2019 Anniversary set.
Head
Light Nougat skin tone with a double-sided print: one side featuring a slight smile and the other a worried expression. Hair is a Dark Brown braided bun piece unique to the updated Carrie Fisher likeness.
Torso
White torso with a print of a white gown, featuring a thin grey outline of a jacket/wrap and a distinctive colorful necklace consisting of blue, pink, and gold beads. Back printing continues the wrap outline.
Legs
Standard White legs without printing, representing the floor-length gown effect commonly used for Leia figures of this era.
Accessories
Standard black blaster pistol (small), though the character is often associated with the 'sporting blaster' or the medal from the Yavin ceremony.
Color Scheme
Primary white with light nougat skin. Accents include dark brown for hair and a multi-colored necklace (Sand Blue, Bright Pink, and Metallic Gold).
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing. The necklace detail is exceptionally fine for the scale. The lines on the torso are crisp, using light grey to simulate fabric folds in the white-on-white design.
Variants
This specific version (sw0815) differs from the classic 'donut-hair' Leia (sw0012) and the later 2019 version (sw1031) which has a more detailed belt print on the legs and a different hair mold.
Condition Notes
Prone to yellowing if exposed to UV light due to the white plastic. The white torso printing can show scratches easily. Check the neck for cracks and the hairpiece for paint rubbing on the braids.
Estimated Value
Used: $20 - $35; New/Pristine: $40 - $55. Prices fluctuate based on the popularity of UCS sets and anniversary waves.
Price (New)
Mostly obtained via set 75159 ($499.99 RRP) or set 75244 Tantive IV ($199.99 RRP). It was never sold as a standalone blind-bag figure.
Compatible Sets
75159 Death Star (2016), 75244 Tantive IV (2019), and potentially limited polybag or promotional bundles.
Character Background
Based on Princess Leia Organa as seen in the opening scenes of A New Hope on the Tantive IV and later on the Death Star. This specific outfit is her most iconic 'classic' look.
Design Notes
This version represented a shift toward more accurate facial features for Carrie Fisher compared to the 'cartoonish' eyes of the early 2010s. The hair mold is highly accurate to the film's profile.
Similar Minifigures
sw1031 (20th Anniversary Leia), sw0012 (Classic 1999 Leia), sw0718 (Bespin Leia).
Collectibility
High. Princess Leia is a 'pillar' character for Star Wars collectors. The version with the necklace is preferred by those recreating the Tantive IV boarding scene.
History
Follows a long line of Princess Leia figures starting in 1999. This specific print style (2016-2019) represents the 'modern classic' era before LEGO moved to more complex leg printing for most Star Wars leads.
Interesting Facts
The necklace print is often referred to by fans as the 'Alderaanian Necklace,' though in the film, it is a very subtle detail that LEGO chose to highlight to differentiate this torso from previous plain white versions.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed next to sw0816 Admiral Organa or sw0814 Grand Moff Tarkin. A Tantive IV hallway MOC is the ideal environment for this figure.
Modification Potential
The torso is excellent for custom noblewomen or Alderaanian diplomats. The head is frequently used for high-quality custom versions of other Carrie Fisher roles.
Overall Assessment
9/10. An essential figure for any Star Wars fan. It balances the simplicity of the original 1977 design with the high-fidelity printing expected of modern LEGO sets.