The Joker - Lime Green Vest
sh005 · Super Heroes
DC Universe / Batman · 2012; debuted in set 6863 Batwing Battle Over Gotham City, marking the return of the Batman license.
Figure ID
sh005
Theme
Super Heroes
Year Released
2012; debuted in set 6863 Batwing Battle Over Gotham City, marking the return of the Batman license.
Rarity
Uncommon; featured in three mass-market sets from 2012-2014, making it accessible but now retired.
Head
White head with a dual-sided print: one side features a wide toothy grin, the other a sinister smirk. Includes Bright Green swept-back 'widow's peak' hair piece.
Torso
Purple suit jacket with a lime green/dark orange vest, green bow tie, and a golden flower on the lapel. Back printing shows the jacket seams.
Legs
Plain Purple hips and legs without printing.
Accessories
Usually paired with a long-barrel pistol, a 'BANG!' flag, or a green canister of laughing gas, though none are shown in the image.
Color Scheme
Classic Purple and Green Joker palette with an orange-yellow vest accent and white skin.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the torso (front/back) and head. Lacks arm or leg printing, typical for early 2010s standard figures.
Variants
This is the 'sh005' version. A similar variant (sh133) exists with a different hair mold from the Juniors line.
Condition Notes
Check for cracks in the white arm-to-torso joints and wear on the silver tooth printing. Purple plastic is generally stable against yellowing.
Estimated Value
Used: $5 - $8 USD | New/Mint: $12 - $15 USD. Value is stable as this is the 'standard' comic-style Joker for many collectors.
Price (New)
Retail sets ranged from $12.99 (6857) to $39.99 (6862/6863). The figure was not sold individually.
Compatible Sets
6863 Batwing Battle Over Gotham City (2012), 6857 The Dynamic Duo Funhouse Escape (2012), 10672 Batman: Defend the Batcave (2014).
Character Background
DC Comics' Clown Prince of Crime. This design is inspired by the classic Silver/Bronze Age comic appearance rather than movie versions.
Design Notes
First redesign of the Joker following the original 2006-2008 Batman line. It introduced a more vibrant orange and green color palette.
Similar Minifigures
sh031 (Orange suit), sh354 (LEGO Batman Movie version), bat005 (Original 2006 version).
Collectibility
High for DC fans; essential for completing a Justice League/Legion of Doom roster.
History
Replaced the harder-to-find 2006 Joker. It remained the primary comic-book Joker for LEGO until the late 2010s redesigns.
Interesting Facts
The face print on this figure was reused for several years despite changes in the torso design in later waves.
Display Suggestions
Looks best in a diorama with 2012-era Batman (sh002) or inside the 6857 Funhouse set.
Modification Potential
The head and hair are frequently used for 'The Batman' (2004 cartoon) or Arkham Asylum custom MOCs.
Overall Assessment
An iconic, core minifigure for any DC collection. Excellent quality and faithful to the source material but common enough to be affordable.