Skeleton with Standard Skull, Bent Arms
gen001 · General / System (Found across Pirates, Castle, Harry Potter, Indiana Jones, etc.)
Generic / Fantasy Era / Classic Themes · 2007 (as this specific iteration with rigid bent arms)
Figure ID
gen001
Theme
General / System (Found across Pirates, Castle, Harry Potter, Indiana Jones, etc.)
Year Released
2007 (as this specific iteration with rigid bent arms)
Rarity
Common. This is one of the most widely produced LEGO minifigures of all time, appearing in dozens of sets across multiple decades.
Head
White skull print on a standard 1x1 cylinder head piece. Includes two hollow eyes, two nose dots, and a toothy grin. No dual printing.
Torso
Molded white ribcage design. Features a thin vertical spine connecting the neck to the pelvis with molded horizontal ribs.
Legs
White skeleton legs with ball-and-socket style friction hinges at the hips. The feet feature characteristic square 'toes'.
Accessories
None shown. Historically often paired with scimitars, wizard hats, knight helmets, or wooden shields.
Color Scheme
Monochromatic white with black printing for the facial features.
Printing Details
Simple pad printing on the face only. The torso and legs rely entirely on the molded plastic shape rather than ink details.
Variants
The original 1995 version (gen047) had loose 'floppy' arms; this 2007 version (gen001) has rigid 'bent' arms that can hold poses.
Condition Notes
Common issues include loose limb tension (limbs falling off), yellowing of the white plastic due to UV exposure, and cracked arm sockets.
Estimated Value
Used: $1.00 - $2.00 USD. New: $3.00 - $5.00 USD. Value is very low due to extreme mass production.
Price (New)
N/A (Typically included as an antagonist or environmental detail in sets ranging from $10 to $300).
Compatible Sets
7091 Knights' Kingdom, 6243 Brickbeard’s Bounty, 7627 Temple of the Crystal Skull, 75950 Aragog's Lair, and many more.
Character Background
Generic undead fodder used to populate dungeons, pirate caves, and spooky locales. Known as 'Skully' in various LEGO media and games.
Design Notes
One of the most radical departures from the standard minifigure 'block' shape. Designed to be thin while maintaining compatibility with studs.
Similar Minifigures
Skeleton with floppy arms (gen047), Ninjago Skeletons (Kruncha, Wyplash), and Minecraft Skeletons.
Collectibility
Low individual value, but high demand for 'army building'. Collectors often buy these in bulk for large-scale dioramas.
History
The skeleton was first introduced in 1995 Pirates sets. It was the first figure to feature non-standard arms and legs.
Interesting Facts
The skeleton's arms are frequently used by MOC builders as mechanical piping or greebling details in larger builds.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed in large groups. Use a dark grey or 'Old Brown' baseplate to make the white plastic pop.
Modification Potential
Extremely high. Can be combined with almost any headgear or handheld accessory to create specific undead variants.
Overall Assessment
An iconic, essential part of the LEGO ecosystem. While not valuable as a rarity, it is a design masterpiece of efficiency and charm.