Draco Malfoy, Dark Blue Plaid Shirt
hp040 · Harry Potter
Chamber of Secrets · 2002; debuted in the set 4730 The Chamber of Secrets during the initial wave of licensed Harry Potter sets.
Figure ID
hp040
Theme
Harry Potter
Year Released
2002; debuted in the set 4730 The Chamber of Secrets during the initial wave of licensed Harry Potter sets.
Rarity
Uncommon; while not a limited commemorative figure, it is specific to the early 2000s Harry Potter era which is highly sought after by nostalgic collectors.
Head
Yellow classic skin tone with angry, thin-eyebrow expression; single-sided printing. Absent hair piece (originally came with Tan slicked back hair piece 40224).
Torso
Dark Blue Plaid Shirt / Flannel pattern with Red and Tan lines; Dark Blue arms with Yellow hands. Simple horizontal and vertical grid printing.
Legs
Olive Green plain legs (Standard size). No printing on the front or sides.
Accessories
Missing in image. Originally included a black wand (4L bar) and often associated with a broomstick or book depending on the set context.
Color Scheme
Primary colors are Dark Blue and Olive Green with Yellow accents for skin and Red for the shirt pattern. Provides a 'muggle-wear' casual aesthetic.
Printing Details
Basic early 2000s pad printing. Head features simple black ink; torso has a multi-color grid. Alignment is typically consistent but lacks the high-definition shading of modern figures.
Variants
Variants include hp005 (Slytherin Robes), hp044 (Quidditch Uniform), and newer flesh-toned versions released from 2004 onwards. This specific version is the 'casual' 2002 version.
Condition Notes
The head shows slight play wear; the torso print is prone to fading if exposed to UV. Check for 'arm cracks' on the dark blue torso, a common issue for this age.
Estimated Value
$4.00 - $7.00 USD for used complete; the figure in the image (missing hair and accessories) is valued at approximately $2.00 - $3.00 USD.
Price (New)
Originally available in set 4730 ($70.00 USD retail in 2002) and 4711 ($4.00 USD retail).
Compatible Sets
4730 The Chamber of Secrets (2002), 4711 Flying Lesson (2002).
Character Background
Draco Malfoy, the antagonist and Slytherin rival to Harry Potter. This version depicts him in his non-wizarding attire as seen near the beginning of the Chamber of Secrets film.
Design Notes
Significant for being one of the last 'Yellow' skin-tone licensed characters before LEGO transitioned Harry Potter to flesh-tones in 2004.
Similar Minifigures
Classic Yellow Harry Potter (hp001), Ron Weasley (hp007), and other members of the 2001-2002 Hogwarts cohort.
Collectibility
Moderate; essential for 'completionist' collectors of the classic 2001-2002 yellow-era Harry Potter sets.
History
Represents the first generation of Harry Potter LEGO, bridging the gap between classic town themes and modern licensed IP design.
Interesting Facts
The 'Olive Green' legs on this figure were relatively rare for that specific year, as that color was not as widely used as standard green or grey.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed in a 2x2 brick stand inside a shadow box featuring the 2002 Hogwarts Castle set. Pair with the 2002 Harry Potter for contrast.
Modification Potential
Excellent for 'purist' MOCs of civilian crowds or hunters due to the generic look of the flannel shirt.
Overall Assessment
A nostalgic piece of LEGO history. While currently missing its hair, it remains a recognizable relic of the early licensed-theme era and a solid addition for vintage fans.