Arctic Explorer - Puffer Vest and Goggles, Female
cty0466 · City
Arctic · 2014 - First released in the high-altitude and polar exploration wave
Figure ID
cty0466
Theme
City
Year Released
2014 - First released in the high-altitude and polar exploration wave
Rarity
Common - Widely available during its production run in multiple mid-range sets
Head
Yellow skin tone, female face with blue snow goggles, standard grin, and eyelashes
Torso
Blue puffer vest over gray sweater, tan utility belt with pouches, blue arms, and white hands
Legs
Plain Dark Blue legs without printing or special molds
Accessories
Commonly paired with ice picks or walkie-talkies (not pictured); includes a medium blue snow hood
Color Scheme
Blue, Dark Blue, and Yellow with Medium Blue accents on the hood
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the torso front and back; clear, sharp lines on facial goggles
Variants
Several similar Arctic explorers exist with different head prints or male variations from the same year
Condition Notes
Wear typically appears as fading on the torso or silvering/cracks on the side of the torso under arms
Estimated Value
Between $2.00 - $4.00 USD used; slightly more in a complete set context
Price (New)
Included in sets ranging from $14.99 and up; no individual retail price
Compatible Sets
60032 Arctic Snowmobile, 60035 Arctic Outpost, 60036 Arctic Base Camp
Character Background
A generic specialist part of the LEGO City polar expedition crew across the 2014 line
Design Notes
Reflects the 2014 transition to more detailed utility belt and textured outerwear printing
Similar Minifigures
cty0464, cty0465, and various members of the 2018 polar sub-theme
Collectibility
Low to Moderate - primarily sought after to complete full expedition teams or populate dioramas
History
Part of the second major Arctic sub-theme revival, replacing the classic orange/navy kits of earlier years
Interesting Facts
The 2014 Arctic line introduced a significant amount of new utilitarian gear and animal molds like polar bears
Display Suggestions
Ideally placed in a snowy MOC or alongside a snowmobiling vehicle with light blue backlighting
Modification Potential
Torso and legs are excellent for generic cold-weather civilian or construction MOCs
Overall Assessment
A solid, functional City minifigure that represents a distinct era of LEGO's exploration themes