Triceratops Costume Fan
col26-11 · Collectible Minifigures
Series 26 - Space · 2024 (January/May release window)
Figure ID
col26-11
Theme
Collectible Minifigures
Year Released
2024 (January/May release window)
Rarity
Common (Standard pull within Series 26)
Head
Yellow skin tone with a happy expression and a slight perspiration/exhaustion drop print. Includes a unique olive green Triceratops headpiece/cowl.
Torso
Olive green dinosaur suit print with a textured light green belly and scale patterns on the front and back; olive green arms and hands.
Legs
Standard olive green legs with light green toe printing/claws and hip detailing to match the dinosaur hide texture.
Accessories
Includes one small tile representing a potted 'creature' or small plant element, and a black 4x3 display stand.
Color Scheme
Primary Olive Green and Light Green accents, with yellow skin tones.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on torso (front/back), legs (toe/foot area), and head. Features intricate reptile skin texture details.
Variants
None known; this is the standard version for Series 26.
Condition Notes
Mint in box/packet as shown. Cardboard packaging (Item 6581058) is susceptible to corner crushing but protects internal printing from UV better than previous foil bags.
Estimated Value
New (Sealed): $5.00 - $7.00 USD; Used/Open: $4.00 - $5.50 USD.
Price (New)
$4.99 USD (Retail price per blind box).
Compatible Sets
71046 LEGO Minifigures Series 26 Space (Individual Box/6-pack/36-count Case).
Character Background
Part of the long-running 'Costume Fan' mascot tradition in the CMF line, this character is a tribute to the Classic Dino and prehistoric LEGO themes through a space-themed lens.
Design Notes
Utilizes a highly detailed dinosaur suit mold; the use of olive green is a sophisticated color choice compared to the standard bright greens of earlier Series figures.
Similar Minifigures
T-Rex Costume Fan (Series 24), Dino Costume Guy (Series 13), Dragon Suit Guy (Series 18).
Collectibility
High for 'Costume Fan' sub-collectors; moderate for general space collectors. Stable value due to high popularity of dinosaur-themed minifigures.
History
Continues the CMF tradition of including one or two 'mascot' figures per wave; released during LEGO's 2024 'Year of Space' cross-theme initiative.
Interesting Facts
The Data Matrix code on the bottom of the box (011129) specifically identifies this box as containing the Triceratops Fan, allowing collectors to identify the figure without opening the box.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside other 'Costume Fans' or in a LEGO City museum/park scene. Use a tiered display case to show back-printing of the tail/scales.
Modification Potential
The headpiece is highly useful for creating custom prehistoric or alien characters in Space MOCs.
Overall Assessment
A top-tier Series 26 figure with excellent mold work and high charm. Rating: 9/10 for design, 7/10 for investment value.