Samurai (Generic / Classic)
3626bpb03 · Castle
Ninja · 1998
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Figure ID
3626bpb03
Theme
Castle
Year Released
1998
Rarity
Uncommon
Overall Assessment
A nostalgic vintage piece representing the classic era of LEGO Castle and Ninja themes.
AI Estimated Value
Not an official valuationUnder $1.00 USD for the loose head piece alone.
Original Retail
Part of sets ranging from $10 to $50 USD originally in 1998.
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on condition, completeness, and market demand.
Parts
Head
Classic yellow head with black bushy eyebrows, narrow serious eyes, and a detailed black and white fu Manchu mustache.
Torso
Red kimono or samurai armor printing, not visible in this partial head-only view.
Legs
Standard dark gray or black legs, not visible in this image.
Accessories
Typically includes samurai armor and katana, none visible here.
Printing Details
Classic late 1990s simple pad printing with black and white ink on yellow plastic.
Color Scheme
Classic yellow skin tone with black and white facial printing.
Known Variants
Appeared in multiple 1998-1999 Ninja sets with slight variations in headgear.
Condition Notes
Head appears to be in good used condition with minimal scratching on the printing.
Found In Sets
6083 Samurai Stronghold, 6088 Robine Hood's Hideout, 6031 Fright Knights, and other late 90s Castle/Ninja subtheme sets.
Character Background
Generic ancient Japanese warrior serving as part of the classic LEGO Ninja faction.
Design Notes
Classic vintage LEGO face design featuring the iconic early mustache print.
History
Introduced during the late 1990s golden age of LEGO Castle sub-themes.
Interesting Facts
This distinct mustache face print was heavily utilized across the Ninja theme to give characters an authentic feudal Japanese aesthetic.
Collectibility
Low collectibility on its own as a loose head, but valued by nostalgic vintage Castle collectors.
Similar Minifigures
Other classic Ninja theme heads and early Castle theme yellow heads.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside other vintage 1990s Castle and Ninja figures on a standard grey baseplate.
Modification Potential
Great for custom purist builds or restoring vintage 90s Ninja minifigures.