Dog / Bulldog (Spiked Collar)
bb02c01 · Belville
Belville Animals · 1999
Figure ID
bb02c01
Theme
Belville
Year Released
1999
Rarity
Uncommon
Head
Molded bulldog head with wrinkled face, downturned mouth, pointed ears, and painted red/pink eyes
Torso
Molded animal body with muscular shoulders, stance, and attached silver spiked collar
Legs
Molded four-legged animal body with integrated legs and textured paws
Accessories
Silver spiked collar molded directly onto the neck
Color Scheme
Tan (Brick Yellow) body with silver painted spikes on a grey collar and red eyes
Printing Details
Simple pad printing on eyes and silver metallic paint on collar spikes
Variants
Appears in solid tan with silver collar, and potentially other color variants depending on the specific Belville set release
Condition Notes
Check for wear on the painted eyes and metallic silver paint on the collar spikes, as well as yellowing or discoloration of the tan plastic
Estimated Value
$3.00 to $8.00 USD depending on condition
Price (New)
Originally included in late 1990s LEGO Belville sets retailing from $20 to $60 USD
Compatible Sets
5865-1: Picnic, and other late 90s LEGO Belville sets featuring domestic pets
Character Background
Represents a pet bulldog belonging to the Belville universe characters, adding domestic life elements to the theme
Design Notes
Belville animal molds are larger and more realistically sculpted than standard System minifigure animals, bridging the gap between action figures and LEGO elements
Similar Minifigures
Other LEGO Belville dogs, cats, and horses from the late 1990s and early 2000s
Collectibility
Niche collectibility appeal primarily targeted by Belville completionists and LEGO animal collectors
History
Introduced during the height of the Belville theme's expansion into suburban and domestic life scenarios
Interesting Facts
Belville animals are often incompatible with standard stud connections, utilizing unique bar and clip or specialized positioning instead
Display Suggestions
Display alongside other Belville domestic or garden-themed sets on a flat surface
Modification Potential
Difficult to modify due to specialized Belville mold scale, best kept as an authentic display piece for collectors
Overall Assessment
A charming and nostalgic piece of late 90s LEGO history, great for Belville fans and animal figure collectors