Queen Amidala
sw0387 · Star Wars
The Phantom Menace · 2012; debuted in set 9499 Gungan Sub during the 13th year of LEGO Star Wars
Figure ID
sw0387
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2012; debuted in set 9499 Gungan Sub during the 13th year of LEGO Star Wars
Rarity
Rare; she only appeared in one set and features a highly complex, uniquely molded hair/headpiece and printed gown.
Head
White 'makeup' base with red lip dots and forehead markings; dual-sided with neutral and worried expressions; topped with a unique dark brown hairpiece with integrated gold/red crown.
Torso
Red base with dark red and gold ornate filigree printing; skin-tone hands; printing extends the intricate royal Naboo pattern.
Legs
Large 2x2x2 sloped 'dress' brick; red with matching gold and dark red filigree printing on the front.
Accessories
None standardly included in the set for the figure itself, though the set includes Gungan accessories.
Color Scheme
Primarily red and gold with dark brown hair and white facial makeup; reflects the iconic royal Naboo aesthetic.
Printing Details
High-density pad printing on the torso and large slope piece; exceptional detail in the gold filigree; face printing is precise to replicate her movie makeup.
Variants
None; this is the only version of Queen Amidala in this specific royal gown produced by LEGO.
Condition Notes
The large dress slope is prone to scratches; the unique hairpiece can suffer from paint rubbing on the gold crown tips; torso cracks are common with age.
Estimated Value
Used: $120–$160 USD; New (taken from sealed set): $180–$220 USD; price varies heavily based on hairpiece condition.
Price (New)
Retail context: Included in set 9499 ($69.99 MSRP), making her the primary 'chase' figure of that mid-range set.
Compatible Sets
Set 9499 Gungan Sub (2012).
Character Background
Padmé Amidala in her Royal Decoy gown from Episode I: The Phantom Menace; a symbol of Naboo's leadership during the Trade Federation's invasion.
Design Notes
Features a unique molded hairpiece that is among the largest hair/hat molds produced for a standard minifigure; the printed slope replaces traditional legs to simulate the gown's volume.
Similar Minifigures
sw0490 Padmé Amidala (Geonosis Arena), sw0324 Padmé (Peasant Outfit), sw0741 Padmé (Pilot Outfit).
Collectibility
Extremely high; widely considered a 'top tier' Star Wars minifigure due to her uniqueness and absence from any subsequent sets for over a decade.
History
Until 2012, Queen Amidala hadn't been released in her iconic red dress despite being a main character; this remains the definitive version.
Interesting Facts
The hairpiece is so heavy and wide it can make the figure slightly top-heavy; the white face printing is meant to represent the 'Scar of Remembrance' makeup.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed in a dust-proof acrylic case alongside sw0388 (Gungans) or Naboo security forces; lighting from above highlights the gold printing.
Modification Potential
Low; the uniqueness of the dress and hair makes her difficult to use for MOCs outside of Naboo-specific scenes.
Overall Assessment
A masterpiece of LEGO Star Wars design; 10/10 for detail and a must-have for serious collectors of the prequel era.