Marion Ravenwood - White Dress
iaj005 · Indiana Jones
Raiders of the Lost Ark · 2008 (Released in set 7621 Indiana Jones and the Lost Tomb)
Figure ID
iaj005
Theme
Indiana Jones
Year Released
2008 (Released in set 7621 Indiana Jones and the Lost Tomb)
Rarity
Uncommon. While not a limited edition, she was only available in a single set during the original LEGO Indiana Jones run (2008–2009), making her desirable for completionists.
Head
Light Flesh female head with black eyes, eyelashes, and reddish-brown eyebrows. She has a faint smile with pink/red lipstick. The hair is a black mid-length piece with wavy texture, originally designed for this theme/era.
Torso
White torso with a V-neck opening and a printed rose pendant with hanging ribbons. The printing includes subtle grey lines to represent fabric folds. The arms are white with light flesh hands.
Legs
Plain white unprinted legs and hips. These are standard LEGO leg pieces.
Accessories
In her original set, she often appeared with a translucent clear bottle or was placed near the snakes included in the 'Lost Tomb' play set. No accessories are held in the provided image.
Color Scheme
Predominantly white and light flesh, accented by black hair and minimal black/grey torso printing.
Printing Details
Simple but effective pad printing. The V-neck features a 'flesh' colored subset print on the white plastic. The back of the torso is typically unprinted for this specific early version.
Variants
There are three primary versions of Marion: this white dress version (iaj005), a tan outfit version from 'Temple Escape' (iaj001), and a modern 2023 redesigned version (iaj023).
Condition Notes
Prone to yellowing of the white plastic if exposed to UV light. The neck area of the torso is a common stress-crack point. Hand clips may lose tension over time. The image shows some minor dirt/scuffing on the right leg.
Estimated Value
Used: $10.00 - $15.00 USD; New (taken from sealed set): $20.00+ USD. Individual torso: $4.00 - $6.00.
Price (New)
She appeared in set 7621 which originally retailed for $19.99 USD in 2008.
Compatible Sets
7621 Indiana Jones and the Lost Tomb (2008).
Character Background
Marion Ravenwood is the tough, independent daughter of Abner Ravenwood and the love interest of Indiana Jones. This minifigure depicts her in the white dress provided by René Belloq while she was a captive in the Nazi camp near the Well of Souls.
Design Notes
This figure represents the transition era where LEGO began using more realistic flesh tones for licensed themes instead of the classic yellow. The hair mold was specifically chosen to match Karen Allen's 1981 appearance.
Similar Minifigures
iaj001 Marion Ravenwood (Tan Outfit), sw0424 Leia Organa (White Dress), and other female leads from 2008-era licensed sets.
Collectibility
Moderate to High. Interest in Indiana Jones minifigures spiked with the release of the 'Dial of Destiny' film and the 2023 wave of sets, though this remains an affordable vintage piece.
History
Launched as part of the debut wave of LEGO Indiana Jones in 2008, coinciding with the release of 'Kingdom of the Crystal Skull'. It was the first time this character was ever depicted in LEGO form.
Interesting Facts
The rose printing on the torso is remarkably faithful to the costume design from the film 'Raiders of the Lost Ark'. This specific minifigure was also a playable character in the LEGO Indiana Jones: The Original Adventures video game.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed inside a custom 'Well of Souls' vignette with several LEGO snakes and the 2008 Indiana Jones (iaj001) minifigure.
Modification Potential
The plain white legs are often swapped by customizers for dual-molded legs or printed dress slopes to give her a more formal 'gown' appearance.
Overall Assessment
A quintessential licensed minifigure from the late 2000s. While physically simple by today's standards, its screen accuracy and the nostalgia of the original Indy line make it a solid 'Buy' for any movie-themed collection.