Male Town / City - Coast Guard / River Rescue
cty0059 · City
Coast Guard / Police / Fire · 2006 (Set 7737) and 2008-2010 (Multiple City sets)
Figure ID
cty0059
Theme
City
Year Released
2006 (Set 7737) and 2008-2010 (Multiple City sets)
Rarity
Common. This specific configuration of parts was mass-produced across several Town and City themes throughout the mid-2000s.
Head
Yellow skin, black eyebrows, lopsided smirk/smile, black eyes with pupils. Hair: Black hair piece, top-swept texture (part 23186/62691 type).
Torso
White torso with blue/orange printing (mostly obscured in image by accessory). Includes white arms and yellow hands.
Legs
Dark Blue plain leg assembly (standard height).
Accessories
Life Jacket (PFD) - Bright Orange (part 2610). No handheld weapons or tools shown.
Color Scheme
Primary Colors: Orange (vest), White (arms), Dark Blue (legs), Yellow (skin). High-visibility theme for safety/rescue.
Printing Details
Moderate detail; classic mid-2000s City pad printing. The face print has high contrast. Torso print (under vest) is likely a zipper/pocket design typical of the cty0059 ID.
Variants
Highly variable. This specific head/torso/leg combo appears with different life jacket colors (Lime, Yellow) or hair styles in various City sets.
Condition Notes
Prone to 'torso cracks' on the sides under the arms. The orange life jacket is durable but can show bite marks or stress whitening on the neck ring.
Estimated Value
$1.50 - $4.00 USD (Used/Complete). Not a high-value collector's item due to high supply.
Price (New)
Retail sets ranging from $10.00 (7737 Coast Guard 4WD) to $40.00 (City Fire/Rescue sets).
Compatible Sets
7737 Coast Guard 4WD & Jet Scooter, 7213 Off-Road Fire Truck & Fireboat, 7639 Camper.
Character Background
Generic civilian or rescue officer. Represents the everyman of the LEGO City universe, often roles like vacationers, rescuers, or harbor workers.
Design Notes
Utilizes the classic life jacket mold designed in 1990, paired with more modern 2000s facial printing that moved away from the simple 'smiley' look.
Similar Minifigures
cty0072 (Orange Life Jacket/Red Hat), cty0058 (Yellow Life Jacket), and various Harbor-themed figures.
Collectibility
Low to Moderate. Primarily used for army building or 'population' building for City dioramas rather than as a standalone investment.
History
Represents the transition period of LEGO City (Post-World City era) where prints became more detailed and characters gained distinct facial expressions.
Interesting Facts
The 'smirk' face became one of the most widely used heads in the 2000s, appearing in themes from City to Adventurers and even Star Wars (various rebels).
Display Suggestions
Best displayed in a nautical or beach scene (MOC). Fits perfectly on a jet ski, a small dock, or inside a rescue vehicle.
Modification Potential
High for 'purist customs'. The generic parts make it a perfect base for creating custom citizen/townie minifigures.
Overall Assessment
A standard, dependable City minifigure. While not rare, it is an iconic piece of 2000s LEGO history that provides great play value.