Imperial Crew - Light Nougat Head, Black Cap with Insignia
sw0623 · Star Wars
Rebels / Ultimate Collector Series · 2015 via the 75055 Imperial Star Destroyer rerelease context and 75060 UCS Slave I.
Figure ID
sw0623
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2015 via the 75055 Imperial Star Destroyer rerelease context and 75060 UCS Slave I.
Rarity
Uncommon. While appearing in a standard set, his specific head/torso combination is tied to larger, mid-to-high tier sets of the 2015 era.
Head
Light Nougat, male neutral expression with a boom microphone headset printed on the right cheek. Headpiece is a black Imperial officer/crew cap with a small silver metallic insignia.
Torso
Light Bluish Gray Imperial jumpsuit with chest pockets, rank/detail lines, and a black belt with a silver square buckle. Gray arms and light nougat hands.
Legs
Light Bluish Gray with detailed pocket and seam printing on the front. Matching light bluish gray hip piece.
Accessories
Included here is a black stud-shooter (blaster) with a transparent red 1x1 round plate as ammunition.
Color Scheme
Primary: Light Bluish Gray. Accents: Black (belt/cap) and Silver (buckle/insignia). Flesh tone: Light Nougat.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the torso (front and back) and legs (front). Features the then-modern 'highly detailed' aesthetic of Star Wars figures with sharp lines for the uniform folds.
Variants
Several Imperial Crew variants exist; this specific ID is identified by the microphone headset. Other versions (sw0694) lack the headset, and older versions (sw0157) have yellow skin.
Condition Notes
Inspect the black belt print for chipping and the boom mic print on the face for fading. The stud-shooter trigger can lose tension over time.
Estimated Value
Used complete: $8.00 - $12.00 USD. New: $15.00 - $20.00 USD. Individual parts value is highest in the printed legs.
Price (New)
Included in sets ranging from $129.99 (75055) to $199.99 (75060), making him a relatively expensive figure to acquire originally.
Compatible Sets
75060 UCS Slave I, 75055 Imperial Star Destroyer (2015 context editions), 75106 Imperial Assault Carrier.
Character Background
Generic Imperial personnel responsible for the operation of Star Destroyers and planetary garrisons. This version, with the headset, represents a technician or communications officer.
Design Notes
This figure marked the transition to more realistic uniform printing, moving away from the simplified 'three-line' torsos of the 2000s. The headphone print adds specific utility characterization.
Similar Minifigures
sw0585 Imperial Stormtrooper, sw0694 Imperial Crew (No Headset), sw1026 Imperial Gunner.
Collectibility
Standard. A must-have for army builders of Imperial forces and UCS completionists, but common enough that price remains accessible.
History
Imperial Crew have existed since 2006. This 2015 iteration serves as the bridge between the 'Clone Wars' style and the hyper-detailed modern era.
Interesting Facts
The boom microphone head was originally introduced to represent specialized pilots and deck officers, adding more life to 'nameless' background characters.
Display Suggestions
Place in the cockpit or walkway of a Star Destroyer or alongside a UCS Slave I. Looks best when grouped with 3-4 other Imperial officers of different ranks.
Modification Potential
Excellent. The torso and legs are generic enough to be used for MOC Rebel technicians or Custom Star Wars pilots by swapping the head and hat.
Overall Assessment
A solid, high-detail army builder figure. It ranks 7/10 for its era due to the unique head print and the much-improved leg printing compared to previous years.