James Potter
hp186 · Harry Potter
Collectible Minifigures Series 2 · 2020
Figure ID
hp186
Theme
Harry Potter
Year Released
2020
Rarity
Uncommon; as a Collectible Minifigure (CMF), it was sold in blind bags making individual finds dependent on distribution and 'feel' techniques.
Head
Yellow head with black glasses, thick black eyebrows, and a small smirk. Includes black side-swept hair piece.
Torso
Tan sweater vest with an argyle pattern (dark green and light blue diamonds), a white collared shirt underneath, and a dark green bow tie. Light blue sleeves and yellow hands.
Legs
Plain dark brown hips and legs (medium size, non-bending).
Accessories
The figure originally came with a white mug and a wand. The image shows the mug accessory.
Color Scheme
A mix of tan, light blue, dark brown, and yellow. The argyle reflects a classic 'vintage' 1970s aesthetic.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the torso's argyle pattern; no leg or arm printing. Clear, crisp facial printing for the glasses.
Variants
This is the younger '70s era' version of James Potter. Other versions include the adult ghost/Patronus version (hp093).
Condition Notes
Common wear includes scratches on the glasses printing and loose neck clutch. Check for bite marks on the mug.
Estimated Value
Used: $4.00 - $6.00 USD; New/Sealed in bag: $8.00 - $12.00 USD.
Price (New)
$4.99 USD retail price for the blind bag in 2020.
Compatible Sets
71028 Collectible Minifigures - Harry Potter Series 2.
Character Background
James Potter is the father of Harry Potter. This version depicts him during his time as a student/young adult in the 1970s, as seen in various memories or photographs in the films.
Design Notes
Utilizes the mid-sized legs introduced in 2018, which allow the figure to appear as a teenager/young adult taller than a child but shorter than an adult.
Similar Minifigures
Lily Potter (hp260), Sirius Black (hp202 - CMF Series 2), and generic 1970s era civilian figures.
Collectibility
Moderate; essential for 'Marauders' collectors or those completing the full CMF Series 2 set.
History
Part of the second dedicated Harry Potter CMF wave, which focused on more obscure or secondary characters from the Wizarding World.
Interesting Facts
The argyle sweater design is a direct nod to the outfit James wears in the photograph of the original Order of the Phoenix.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside Lily Potter (hp260) on a CMF stand, or in a MOC of the Gryffindor common room.
Modification Potential
Excellent parts for creating custom 1970s-themed civilian MOCs or school teacher characters.
Overall Assessment
A charming, niche figure that perfectly captures the retro aesthetic of the character's backstory. Highly recommended for fans of the Marauders-era lore.