col042·Collectible Minifigures·2011
BrickLink completed sales. Prices updated April 2026.
#13 most valuable in Collectible Minifigures · #988 of 18,042 priced minifigs
| BrickLink ID | col042 |
| Theme | Collectible Minifigures |
| Year Released | 2011 |
| Average Price (Used) | $21.47 |
| Average Price (New) | $31.71 |
| Price Range | $15.00 to $38.72 |
| Value Rank (Collectible Minifigures) | #13 of 834 |
| Value Rank (All Minifigs) | #988 of 18,042 |
| Parts | 5 |
| Found In | 2 sets |
Weekly snapshots of the BrickLink 6-month rolling average. Flat over this period.
| Date | Used avg | New avg |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 13, 2026 | $21.47 | $31.71 |
| Jul 20, 2026 | $21.47 | $31.71 |
The LEGO Elf Series 3 (Minifigure Only without Stand and Accessories) (col042) is a Collectible Minifigures minifigure worth $21.47 on average, released in 2011 and found in 2 sets. It has 5 individual parts. By value, it ranks #13 of 834 Collectible Minifigures minifigures and #988 of 18,042 priced LEGO minifigures overall. The Collectible Minifigures theme average is $10.77, making this figure above average for its theme.
Elf, Series 3 (Minifigure Only without Stand and Accessories) (col042) averages $21.47 on BrickLink. It appears in 2 sets, putting it above the typical Collectible Minifigures figure. Released in 2011, this is a figure that sellers should pull from bulk lots rather than leaving buried. It's worth more individually than most people expect.
The LEGO Elf, Series 3 (Minifigure Only without Stand and Accessories) (col042) is worth $21.47 used and $31.71 new/sealed on average, based on BrickLink sales data from the last 6 months. Prices range from $15.00 to $38.72 depending on condition. This is above the Collectible Minifigures theme average of $10.77. Completeness (all accessories included) and print condition are the biggest factors affecting price.
Elf, Series 3 (Minifigure Only without Stand and Accessories) appears in 2 sets: VIP Top 5 Boxed Minifigures (850458-1, ~$54.37), Elf, Series 3 (Complete Set with Stand and Accessories) (col03-9, ~$35.94).
Look for the BrickLink ID col042. It's the definitive identifier for this figure. Elf, Series 3 (Minifigure Only without Stand and Accessories) is made up of 5 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.
List it individually on BrickLink with the ID col042. Buyers search by part number and will find it. Include clear photos showing condition. At $21.47, it's worth the time to list separately rather than bundling. If you have several Collectible Minifigures figures, listing them all at once saves on the per-item effort.
At $21.47 average, yes. Buyers at this price point expect a complete figure with all accessories, no major scratches on printed elements, and tight joints. Minor play wear is generally acceptable, but cracked or heavily scratched torso prints will drop the price below average. If you have the figure new/sealed (averaging $31.71), keep it protected. The premium for mint condition is significant.
