Galadriel (The Lord of the Rings)
lor029 · The Lord of the Rings
The Hobbit / The Lord of the Rings · 2013
Figure ID
lor029
Theme
The Lord of the Rings
Year Released
2013
Rarity
Rare
Head
Light flesh tone with dual-sided printing, featuring a determined expression on one side and a smiling/neutral expression on the reverse, crowned by a medium dark flesh hair piece with a silver tiara print.
Torso
Lime green dress torso with intricate dark green and silver elven leaf pattern printing on the front, plain lime green back, yellow arms and yellow hands.
Legs
Lime green sloped brick/dress piece with detailed silver elven scrollwork and vine printing, replacing standard minifigure legs.
Accessories
Translucent clear goblet and a small white and gold foal/horse figure standing alongside her on a black display plate.
Color Scheme
Lime green, dark green, silver, yellow, and translucent clear.
Printing Details
High-detail pad printing on the head, torso front, and lime green dress slope, featuring intricate elven motifs in dark green and metallic silver.
Variants
Only one official version of this specific Galadriel minifigure was released in 2013.
Condition Notes
Susceptible to cracking on the lime green sloped dress piece if improperly stored; arm looseness and fading of the silver metallic printing on the torso and dress are common wear points.
Estimated Value
$15 - $25 USD used complete; $30 - $45 USD new/sealed depending on market fluctuations.
Price (New)
Originally available in a set retailing for approximately $14.99 USD in 2013.
Compatible Sets
79012 Mirkwood Elf Army (2013) polybag or promotion context depending on exact distribution, though primarily associated with set 79012 or related promotional polybags.
Character Background
Galadriel is an Elven royal of the Ñoldor, one of the greatest of the Eldar in Middle-earth, possessing immense wisdom and power, famously portrayed by Cate Blanchett in Peter Jackson's film adaptations.
Design Notes
Utilizes the specialized female slope dress piece to accurately represent elven robes, a common technique for Lord of the Rings and Castle themes.
Similar Minifigures
Elrond (lor007), Legolas (lor004), Tauriel (lor028).
Collectibility
High demand among Tolkien fans and LEGO Castle/Fantasy collectors due to the retirement of the Lord of the Rings theme and limited production runs.
History
Released during the initial heavy wave of LEGO Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit tie-in sets in 2013 before the theme was abruptly retired.
Interesting Facts
The inclusion of the small white foal animal figure matches specific promotional polybag and set pack configurations from the 2013 Hobbit/LOTR wave.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a dark grey or black brick-built diorama baseplate representing Rivoth or Lothlórien alongside other Elven minifigures.
Modification Potential
Excellent for fantasy MOCs, custom elven royalty creations, or purist custom characters in medieval roleplay builds.
Overall Assessment
A beautiful and highly collectible figure for Middle-earth enthusiasts, featuring unique elven printing and great display presence.