Mr. Krabs (bob023) Quick Facts
| BrickLink ID | bob023 |
| Theme | SpongeBob SquarePants |
| Year Released | 2009 |
| Average Price (Used) | $8.69 |
| Average Price (New) | $22.87 |
| Price Range | $0.74 – $17.47 |
| Parts | 3 |
| Found In | 1 set |
About Mr. Krabs - Large Grin
The LEGO Mr. Krabs (bob023) is a SpongeBob SquarePants minifigure worth $8.69 on average, released in 2009 and found in 1 set. It has 3 individual parts. The SpongeBob SquarePants theme average is $9.09, making this figure near average for its theme.
Mr. Krabs - Large Grin (bob023) is a mid-range SpongeBob SquarePants minifigure valued at $8.69 on BrickLink. It comes from 1 set, exclusively Krusty Krab Adventures. Not a headline piece, but it adds up — sellers processing bulk lots should know this figure is worth pulling and listing individually rather than bundling it into a random minifig lot.
Seller notes
- New/sealed copies sell for $22.87 vs $8.69 used — a 163% premium. If you have this figure still sealed or in excellent condition with all accessories, price it closer to the new average.
- Only 3 parts — quick to assemble and verify completeness. Make sure all pieces are present before listing, especially any printed or unique elements.
Parts in Mr. Krabs - Large Grin (3)
Sets containing Mr. Krabs - Large Grin (1)
Common questions about Mr. Krabs - Large Grin
How much is LEGO bob023 (Mr. Krabs - Large Grin) worth in 2026?
The LEGO Mr. Krabs - Large Grin (bob023) is worth $8.69 used and $22.87 new/sealed on average, based on BrickLink sales data from the last 6 months. Prices range from $0.74 to $17.47 depending on condition. Completeness (all accessories included) and print condition are the biggest factors affecting price.
What sets include the Mr. Krabs - Large Grin minifigure?
Mr. Krabs - Large Grin appears in 1 set: Krusty Krab Adventures (3833-1, ~$256.68). Since it was only in one set, it can't be sourced elsewhere — that scarcity is reflected in the price.
How do I identify Mr. Krabs - Large Grin?
Look for the BrickLink ID bob023 — it's the definitive identifier for this figure. Mr. Krabs - Large Grin is made up of 3 parts (a standard minifigure assembly). The parts breakdown on this page shows each component with colors. If you have a loose figure and aren't sure what it is, the brick'em scanner can identify it from a photo in a few seconds.
What's the best way to sell Mr. Krabs - Large Grin?
List it individually on BrickLink with the ID bob023 — buyers search by part number and will find it. Include clear photos showing condition. At $8.69, it's worth the time to list separately rather than bundling. If you have several SpongeBob SquarePants figures, listing them all at once saves on the per-item effort.