Gangster / Mafia Henchman (Town / City)
gen019 · Town
Police / Robbers · 1999
Figure ID
gen019
Theme
Town
Year Released
1999
Rarity
Uncommon
Head
Classic yellow minifigure head with thick black eyebrows, smirking expression showing teeth, and solid black pupils. Paired with a black beret hat.
Torso
White vest over a purple long-sleeve shirt with gold chain necklace printing on the chest. Yellow arms and hands.
Legs
Plain white unprinted legs with white hips.
Accessories
Black beret hat
Color Scheme
White, purple, black, yellow, and gold accents
Printing Details
Simple classic era pad printing with front torso design featuring lapels and a gold medallion; no back printing or leg printing.
Variants
Appears with minor facial print variations typical of late 90s classic town figures.
Condition Notes
Prone to fading on white pieces, yellowing of white plastic over time, and scratching on the classic yellow head piece.
Estimated Value
3 to 6 USD depending on condition and presence of the original beret
Price (New)
Originally included in late 90s Town sets retailing between 20 and 50 USD
Compatible Sets
6559 Deep Sea Bounty, 6560 Diving Expedition Explorer
Character Background
Represents a generic city criminal or rogue diver associate from late 90s LEGO Town sub-themes.
Design Notes
Features the classic pre-flesh era yellow skin and simple stylized torso graphics characteristic of late 1990s LEGO sets.
Similar Minifigures
Other 1990s Town robbers, police officers, and divers
Collectibility
Moderate interest among nostalgia collectors focusing on late 90s Town and City themes
History
Released during the transition era of LEGO Town just before the rebranding to LEGO City in the early 2000s
Interesting Facts
The purple sleeves combined with the gold chain give this late 90s figure a distinctly retro fashion style.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a standard white or black LEGO baseplate alongside 1990s Town vehicles and buildings.
Modification Potential
Great for vintage custom builds, MOCs depicting 90s cityscapes, or retro mobster scenes.
Overall Assessment
A fun and nostalgic piece of late 90s LEGO history with a distinct color palette, highly accessible for vintage collectors.