Pippin Peregrin Took
lor012 · The Lord of the Rings
The Fellowship of the Ring / Mines of Moria · 2012 (First release in Mines of Moria set 9473)
Figure ID
lor012
Theme
The Lord of the Rings
Year Released
2012 (First release in Mines of Moria set 9473)
Rarity
Uncommon / High Demand. While only found in one retail set and one polybag, the high demand for completing the Fellowship makes him harder to acquire at a low price.
Head
Light flesh tone with dual-sided printing: one side featuring a subtle smile and the other a worried/scared expression. Topped with a dark brown wavy hobbit hairpiece.
Torso
Dark blue jacket with a tan-colored scarf and white shirt printing underneath. The back features subtle printing of the jacket's tailoring. Arms are dark blue with light flesh hands.
Legs
Short dark tan legs without printing, representing the shorter stature of hobbit characters.
Accessories
Standard figure includes a dark brown cloth cape and a small silver sword/Sting. Some sets included a carrot or a fish to represent his appetite.
Color Scheme
Earth tones and dark blue. Primary colors include Dark Blue, Dark Tan, and Light Flesh, consistent with the cinematic appearance in The Fellowship of the Ring.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing typical of the 2012-2013 LOTR era. Fine line work on the scarf and jacket folds. The light flesh tone transition on the neck is generally well-aligned.
Variants
The lor012 version is the standard. A later version (lor065) appeared in the 2013 set Council of Elrond featuring a green elven cloak and slightly different torso coloring.
Condition Notes
Check for fraying on the brown cloth cape and stress marks on the short leg's hip connection. The hairpiece is prone to minor surface scratches due to its texture.
Estimated Value
$15.00 - $25.00 USD used complete; $35.00+ USD new/mint condition. Prices have spiked significantly since the theme's retirement.
Price (New)
Originally available in set 9473 ($79.99) or polybag 30213 ($4.99).
Compatible Sets
9473 The Mines of Moria (2012), 30213 Gandalf at Dol Guldur (Note: Pippin was a promotional inclusion or bundle item in some regions for this polybag).
Character Background
Peregrin 'Pippin' Took is a member of the Fellowship of the Ring. Known for his curiosity and accidental blunders (like dropping the stone in Moria), he eventually becomes a Guard of the Citadel of Minas Tirith.
Design Notes
LEGO utilized the then-newer short leg piece to maintain scale with taller characters like Gandalf or Boromir. This figure is praised for the accuracy of the scarf print from the Moria scenes.
Similar Minifigures
Merry (lor016), Frodo Baggins (lor001), Samwise Gamgee (lor004).
Collectibility
High. As a core member of the Fellowship of the Ring, he is essential for any LOTR collector. The retirement of the theme makes him a steady investment piece.
History
Debuted with the initial LOTR wave in 2012. This specific look represents his travel gear before the Fellowship receives their elven cloaks in Lothlórien.
Interesting Facts
Despite being a main character, he only appeared in two official LEGO configurations during the original license run, making him rarer than Frodo or Gandalf.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed alongside Merry (lor016) in a Mines of Moria MOC or a Shire-themed vignette. Use a 1x2 brick behind him to support the short legs on a display stand.
Modification Potential
Excellent for Shire-themed MOCs. The torso is frequently repurposed for 19th-century civilian customs due to the realistic scarf and jacket print.
Overall Assessment
A high-quality, essential minifigure for Middle-earth fans. The printing captures the character's personality perfectly, though the lack of leg printing makes it slightly less detailed than modern 2023+ versions.
Notes
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