Yoda - Santa Coat
sw0353 · Star Wars
Seasonal / Advent Calendar · 2011 (Released in Lego Star Wars Advent Calendar 7958)
Figure ID
sw0353
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2011 (Released in Lego Star Wars Advent Calendar 7958)
Rarity
Uncommon to Rare. It was exclusive to a single seasonal set over a decade ago.
Head
Standard olive green Yoda head mold (The Clone Wars style) with large printed eyes and white hair printing on the back.
Torso
Red Santa Claus coat with white fur trim and a black belt with a gold buckle; standard red arms and olive green hands.
Legs
Short, non-articulated red legs, representing the bottom of the Santa suit.
Accessories
Typically released with a brown sack (not pictured in this group photo); olive green hands are the only character-specific attachments.
Color Scheme
Red, white, and olive green. It utilizes the iconic Christmas Santa palette applied to the Star Wars character.
Printing Details
Pad printing on the torso (front and back) showing the coat texture and belt. Specialized head mold printing for the eyes and hair.
Variants
This is the original Santa Yoda; a later variant (sw0599) exists from 2014 with a different head mold and slightly altered torso print.
Condition Notes
Prone to wear on the rubbery head material. White printing on the red torso can sometimes fade or show scratches over time.
Estimated Value
Used: $15-$25 USD; New (sealed in internal bag): $30-$40 USD. Prices fluctuate based on the proximity to the holiday season.
Price (New)
Included in set 7958 which retailed for $34.99 USD in 2011.
Compatible Sets
7958 Star Wars Advent Calendar (2011).
Character Background
A festive take on the Jedi Master, originating from Lucasfilm holiday cards and later popularized by LEGO's seasonal marketing.
Design Notes
Notable for being the first 'Holiday' themed Star Wars minifigure in the Advent Calendar line, setting a tradition for the following decade.
Similar Minifigures
Santa Darth Maul (sw0438), Santa Jango Fett (sw0506), Santa Darth Vader (sw0599), and Santa C-3PO (sw0681).
Collectibility
High demand for 'Holiday' Star Wars completionists. It holds steady value as a nostalgic piece from the early calendar years.
History
Launched the tradition of a 'Santa' version of a lead Star Wars character as the final day 24 surprise in the LEGO Star Wars Advent calendars.
Interesting Facts
The design is based on the 1981 Lucasfilm Christmas card illustrated by Ralph McQuarrie.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed in a holiday-themed Tatooine or Hoth vignette or alongside subsequent years of Christmas Star Wars figures.
Modification Potential
Excellent for festive MOCs. The torso is frequently used for custom 'Christmas-fied' versions of other Star Wars species.
Overall Assessment
9/10 for charm and historical significance within the Star Wars line. It remains one of the most iconic seasonal LEGO minifigures.