City Prisoner 50380 (Stubble, Dark Bluish Gray Beanie and Legs)
cty0251 · City
Police · 2011. Debuted in the 7498 Police Station, a flagship set for the City theme that year.
Figure ID
cty0251
Theme
City
Year Released
2011. Debuted in the 7498 Police Station, a flagship set for the City theme that year.
Rarity
Common. This figure was mass-produced across several sets and polybags during the 2011-2013 City Police era.
Head
Yellow skin, thick black eyebrows, bared teeth grin, stubble/five-o-clock shadow. It is topped with a Dark Bluish Gray knitted-style beanie (beanie 63965).
Torso
White torso with black horizontal prison stripes. Includes a white v-neck collar with visible chest hair and a prisoner ID number '50380' on the front left chest. The arms are white and the hands are yellow.
Legs
Plain Dark Bluish Gray standard legs with no printing.
Accessories
As pictured, it includes the beanie. In sets, it was often accompanied by a crowbar, a ball and chain, or a red megaphone.
Color Scheme
A monochromatic prison aesthetic: White and Black stripes with Dark Bluish Gray accents, contrasted by the classic LEGO yellow skin.
Printing Details
Sharp, high-opacity pad printing on the torso front and head. No back torso or leg printing was included for this specific 2011 variant.
Variants
Several similar prisoners exist with ID '50380', but variants differ by hat type (beanie vs cap), leg color (light gray vs dark gray), and the presence of chest hair.
Condition Notes
The white torso is prone to yellowing if exposed to sunlight. Check for 'arm cracks' at the pits and loose neck tension. Stubble printing can rub off with heavy play.
Estimated Value
Used: $1.00 - $3.00 USD. New: $4.00 - $6.00 USD. It is a high-volume army-builder figure rather than a high-value collector piece.
Price (New)
Commonly found in the 7498 Police Station ($99.99 MSRP) and several small polybags or 'Starter Sets' ($5.00 - $10.00).
Compatible Sets
7498 Police Station, 7286 Prisoner Transport, 30017 Police Boat Polybag, and 4441 Police Dog Van.
Character Background
A generic crook often part of the 'LEGO City underworld.' Prisoner 50380 is a recurring criminal identity in various City-themed media.
Design Notes
Reflects the 'Modern City' style transition where faces became more expressive (stubble, chest hair) compared to the simple smiley faces of the 90s.
Similar Minifigures
City Prisoner cty0011, cty0441, and various 'Crooks' from the Forest Police and Swamp Police sub-themes.
Collectibility
Low as an individual investment, but high for MOC builders looking to populate a prison MOC or jail scene.
History
Follows the lineage of the classic 1990s 'Jailbreak' prisoners, updating the look for more realism and detail in the early 2010s.
Interesting Facts
The ID number 50380 has been used on multiple prisoner torsos for over a decade, making it one of the most prolific 'repeat offenders' in LEGO history.
Display Suggestions
Ideal for placement in a precinct jail cell, a police chase scene, or a lineup vignette. Use with transparent 'laser' bars for a sci-fi prison look.
Modification Potential
Great for custom figures; the torso is a standard for any convict character. The head piece is excellent for creating 'thug' or 'hired muscle' characters in City layouts.
Overall Assessment
A staple LEGO City figure. While not rare, it is an iconic piece of 2010s LEGO history and essential for any comprehensive City collection.