CLIK magazine 199
The Building Blocks Club
✦ CLIK4MORE LEGO & ALTERNATIVE BLOCKS F E A T U R E D B Y C L I K 4 M O R E B B C
So , what makes LEGO so collectible ?
Whether it ’ s Lego Minifigures or a specific Lego set a few factors make these appealing and valuable to collectors . First and foremost , specific Lego set are only produced for a limited period so once a set is retired , it ’ s demand and price both increases . Another factor as with all collectibles is rarity . Whilst most pieces are mass produced several some pieces were produced in very low quantities making these highly sought after and an appealing investment for those interested in building a collection .
For instance , the Mr . Gold Minifigure stands as a coveted and highly sought-after collectible within the LEGO enthusiast community , released back in 2013 as part of LEGO ' s " Series 10 " Minifigure collection it is limited to just 5000 pieces worldwide . The minifigure has a chrome gold finish a very eye-catching white glove and diamond on his staff . Due to its rarity , the Mr . Gold Minifigure has an estimated value of $ 7,000 + Whilst these sorts of sums are not for everyone ’ s wallet there are still some sets available to purchase now which could be deemed a smart investment . Here we list our top five LEGO sets to watch out for before they become retired .
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