Seamus Finnigan - Dark Bluish Gray Sweater
hp236 · Harry Potter
The Sorcerer's Stone / Chamber of Secrets · 2020 - Released as part of the 2020 LEGO Harry Potter Advent Calendar wave
Figure ID
hp236
Theme
Harry Potter
Year Released
2020 - Released as part of the 2020 LEGO Harry Potter Advent Calendar wave
Rarity
Uncommon. While not a limited-edition exclusive, it was specific to the 2020 Advent Calendar, meaning it was only available during that holiday season and not in general play sets.
Head
Light Flesh dual-sided head. Side A: Soot-stained face with worried expression (depicted in image). Side B: Standard smiling/confused face. Features orange-brown eyebrows. Common hair piece in reddish-brown 'spiky' style.
Torso
Dark bluish-gray V-neck sweater over a white shirt and Gryffindor tie (Red/Gold). Features the Gryffindor crest on the left chest and a striped gold/red knit pattern at the waist. Light flesh hands.
Legs
Short, non-bending black legs, typical for 'First Year' student depictions.
Accessories
Includes one standard tan/dark tan wand. Note: Advent calendars usually include a sprue of two wands, but only one is held here.
Color Scheme
Primary colors are Dark Bluish Gray and Black, accented with the Gryffindor 'House' colors of Dark Red and Bright Light Orange/Yellow.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing. The soot marks on the face are finely detailed to represent his penchant for accidental explosions. Torso printing includes subtle fabric fold lines.
Variants
This specific 'soot-faced' head is unique to iterations of Seamus, though the torso is the standard 'Hogwarts Student' torso used for Harry, Ron, and others in the 2018-2020 era.
Condition Notes
The reddish-brown hair piece is made of a standard plastic and resists wear well. Check for 'neck cracks' on the torso and ensure the silver soot print on the face hasn't been rubbed off by play.
Estimated Value
Used: $4.00 - $6.00 USD. New/Unassembled: $7.00 - $9.00 USD. Value is stable as he is a niche named character.
Price (New)
Included in Set 75981 (Harry Potter Advent Calendar 2020) which originally retailed for $29.99 USD.
Compatible Sets
75981 Harry Potter Advent Calendar 2020.
Character Background
Seamus Finnigan is an Irish Gryffindor student known for his difficulty with spells, often resulting in minor explosions. This figure specifically references his 'Eye of Rabbit, Harp String Hum' moment or similar potion/spell mishaps.
Design Notes
The use of 'Short Legs' helps maintain the scale of the younger students. The 'soot face' is a brilliant 'easter egg' for fans of the film's running gag.
Similar Minifigures
hp151 Harry Potter (same torso), hp152 Ron Weasley (same torso), hp249 Neville Longbottom (similar build/theme).
Collectibility
Moderate. He is essential for completing a full Gryffindor dorm or Great Hall display, though he is not a high-value 'grail' figure.
History
Earlier versions of Seamus existed in the 2000s with yellow skin and then flesh tones, but this 2020 version is widely considered the most character-accurate due to the soot printing.
Interesting Facts
The soot-covered face is one of the few times LEGO intentionally 'messed up' a face print to represent dirt/damage for a comedic effect in the Potter line.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed in a Potions Classroom MOC or alongside Harry and Ron in a Gryffindor Common Room setting.
Modification Potential
The head is highly desired for MOC-builders wanting to create 'battle-damaged' wizards or mechanics covered in grease.
Overall Assessment
A charming and accurate representation of a beloved secondary character. Rating: 7.5/10 for character accuracy and personality.