Blackbeard
poc007 · Pirates of the Caribbean
On Stranger Tides · 2011 (Released alongside the fourth Disney film)
Figure ID
poc007
Theme
Pirates of the Caribbean
Year Released
2011 (Released alongside the fourth Disney film)
Rarity
Rare; exclusive to the Queen Anne’s Revenge set and discontinued for over a decade.
Head
Light flesh tone with black eyes, white pupils, greyish-frown lines, and a thick black beard application. It features a specific 'angry' expression.
Torso
Black base with intricate silver buckles, leather straps, and a dark grey sash. Hands are light flesh tone.
Legs
Black legs with silver and grey printing depicting layered boots and coat details.
Accessories
Large black bicorne hat, a unique large black beard mold with three yellow-tipped smoldering fuses, and the Sword of Triton in flat silver.
Color Scheme
Dominantly black and silver with small accents of light flesh and yellow/gold for the smoking fuses.
Printing Details
High-detail pad printing on the torso and front of the legs. The beard piece is a specialized dual-mold/paint part.
Variants
There are no official variants of this specific ID; however, Blackbeard appears in the LEGO Pirates of the Caribbean video game with slight texture differences.
Condition Notes
The beard piece is prone to 'clutch' weakness at the neck. The silver printing on the belt may rub off with heavy play.
Estimated Value
$45.00 - $65.00 USD (Used/Complete); $80.00+ USD (New/Part of Sealed Set).
Price (New)
Only available in set 4195, which retailed for $119.99 in 2011.
Compatible Sets
4195 Queen Anne's Revenge
Character Background
Edward Teach, the legendary pirate captain of the Queen Anne’s Revenge, portrayed by Ian McShane in the film franchise.
Design Notes
The beard mold is the standout feature, perfectly capturing the 'smoking beard' effect from historical lore and the movie.
Similar Minifigures
Captain Jack Sparrow (poc001), Hector Barbossa (poc005), and Davy Jones (poc031).
Collectibility
High. The Pirates of the Caribbean license is retired, making main characters like Blackbeard very desirable for movie fans.
History
Debuted in May 2011. It remains the only physical minifigure version of this character ever produced by LEGO.
Interesting Facts
The three fuses in the beard represent the historical Blackbeard’s tactic of lighting matches in his hair to terrify enemies.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on the deck of set 4195 or in a darkened UV-protected case to highlight the silver printing highlights.
Modification Potential
The beard and hat are frequently used for 'purist' custom historical pirate MOCs or fantasy dwarfs.
Overall Assessment
9/10 Quality rating. A flagship figure for the 2011 line with excellent screen accuracy and unique parts. A must-have for licensed theme collectors.