Anakin Skywalker - Young (Tatooine Outfit)
sw0007 · Star Wars
Star Wars Episode 1 · 1999
Figure ID
sw0007
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
1999
Rarity
Common
Head
Classic yellow minifigure head with simple black pupils, smiling mouth, and no back printing.
Torso
Tan torso with folded tunic lapels, a strap crossing from right to left, and a printed utility belt with metallic silver buckle details. Tan arms and yellow hands.
Legs
Solid blue standard unprinted legs with blue hips.
Accessories
None present in the image (typically came with a wrench or grey binoculars in original sets).
Color Scheme
Tan, bright blue, yellow, and metallic silver accents.
Printing Details
Simple late-1990s style pad printing on the torso front only. Clean alignment typical of early LEGO Star Wars production.
Variants
Features the classic 1999 yellow skin tone variant prior to LEGO transitioning to flesh-toned Star Wars characters in 2004.
Condition Notes
Good vintage condition. Inspect for potential scratching on the torso print and loose clutch power in the hips.
Estimated Value
$2 to $5 USD depending on condition and presence of original hair piece and accessories.
Price (New)
Originally released in 1999 within sets priced from $20 to $100+ USD.
Compatible Sets
7131 Anakin's Podracer (1999), 7151 Sith Infiltrator (1999), 7171 Mos Espa Podrace (1999)
Character Background
Anakin Skywalker as a young slave boy living on Tatooine before discovering his powerful connection to the Force and becoming a Jedi.
Design Notes
Represents the absolute early days of LEGO Star Wars before detailed dual-molding and flesh tones were introduced.
Similar Minifigures
Other 1999 Star Wars Episode I wave figures such as Qui-Gon Jinn (sw0004) and Obi-Wan Kenobi - Padawan (sw0003).
Collectibility
Moderate collectibility as a nostalgic piece for early LEGO Star Wars collectors, though widely produced.
History
Debuted in the inaugural 1999 wave of LEGO Star Wars sets alongside the theatrical release of Episode I: The Phantom Menace.
Interesting Facts
This figure predates flesh-colored licensed characters, making Anakin bright yellow just like classic City and Castle figures.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside other 1999 wave classic yellow Star Wars figures on a minimalist stand.
Modification Potential
Can be upgraded with modern hair pieces or integrated into custom retro MOCs of Mos Espa.
Overall Assessment
A nostalgic staple of early LEGO Star Wars history, highly valued for its vintage charm despite being very common.