Princess Leia (Cloud City, Smooth Hair)
sw0076 · Star Wars
Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back · 2003; debuted in the legendary set 10123 Cloud City, marking a shift toward more detailed, set-exclusive minifigures.
Figure ID
sw0076
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2003; debuted in the legendary set 10123 Cloud City, marking a shift toward more detailed, set-exclusive minifigures.
Rarity
Ultra-Rare; it was only available in a single, high-priced set that was a poor seller at the time, leading to a low production run relative to current demand.
Head
Yellow head with high-eyebrow printing and reddish-brown lipstick; the hair is the 'smoother' mold without the braided texture seen on later versions.
Torso
White torso with Bespin outfit print; features a prominent necklace/collar design and a pointed waistline; back is unprinted as was standard for the era.
Legs
Plain white unprinted legs; features standard adult-size leg pieces and white hips.
Accessories
Includes a unique white thin-fabric cape (stiff material); in original sets, she was often packaged without handheld weapons but sometimes displayed with a small blaster.
Color Scheme
Primary white with yellow skin tone and dark brown hair; the printing uses light bluish gray for the necklace and torso detailing.
Printing Details
Simple pad printing characteristic of the early 2000s; focuses on the front torso and facial features with no arm, back, or leg printing.
Variants
This is the 'Smooth Hair' version; it is often compared to sw0113 which has the same torso but a different head/hair mold.
Condition Notes
Highly susceptible to yellowing of the white plastic and fraying of the white cape; checked for 'cracks' in the torso sides and heels; the yellow head print can rub off on the nose.
Estimated Value
$450.00 - $600.00 USD for Excellent used condition; can exceed $800.00+ if the cape is pristine and the figure is in like-new condition.
Price (New)
Included in set 10123 which retailed for $99.99 in 2003; the figure alone now far exceeds the original price of the entire set.
Compatible Sets
10123 Cloud City (2003)
Character Background
Princess Leia Organa in her 'Bespin Gown' seen in the latter half of The Empire Strikes Back while being held captive by Lando Calrissian and Darth Vader.
Design Notes
An early example of LEGO creating a character-specific outfit for Leia rather than the standard 'rebel' look; the cape is a specific 'Bespin' style shorter cut.
Similar Minifigures
Boba Fett (sw0107), Greedo (sw0110), and Luke Skywalker (sw0103) from the same Cloud City set; also Princess Leia (sw0113).
Collectibility
Extremely high; this is one of the 'Holy Grail' figures for Star Wars collectors due to the prestige and value of the 10123 set.
History
Represents the first time Leia was produced in her Bespin gown; subsequent versions would use flesh tones and much more complex leg and torso printing.
Interesting Facts
Sets including this figure were often sit-and-wait items on clearance shelves in 2003-2004, making it one of the greatest 'missed opportunities' for investors.
Display Suggestions
Should be kept in a UV-protected acrylic case to prevent yellowing; ideally displayed on a grey baseplate alongside the Cloud City Boba Fett.
Modification Potential
Low; due to its high value, any modification or part swapping significantly reduces its market worth; best kept in 'purist' original form.
Overall Assessment
A masterpiece of early LEGO Star Wars history; despite its simplicity, its rarity and the iconic nature of its source set make it a top-tier investment piece.