Pirate Captain Black Vest (col281) Quick Facts
| BrickLink ID | col281 |
| Theme | Collectible Minifigures |
| Year Released | 2013 |
| Average Price (Used) | $5.19 |
| Average Price (New) | $18.00 |
| Price Range | $3.46 – $9.73 |
| Parts | 4 |
| Found In | 1 set |
About Pirate Captain, Black Vest
The LEGO Pirate Captain Black Vest (col281) is a Collectible Minifigures minifigure worth $5.19 on average, released in 2013 and found in 1 set. It has 4 individual parts. The Collectible Minifigures theme average is $10.77, making this figure below average for its theme.
Pirate Captain, Black Vest (col281) is a mid-range Collectible Minifigures minifigure valued at $5.19 on BrickLink. It comes from 1 set, exclusively Minifigure Collection Vol. 2/3 2013 (Toys "R" Us Exclusive). 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 $18.00 vs $5.19 used — a 247% premium. If you have this figure still sealed or in excellent condition with all accessories, price it closer to the new average.
- Only 4 parts — quick to assemble and verify completeness. Make sure all pieces are present before listing, especially any printed or unique elements.
Parts in Pirate Captain, Black Vest (4)
Sets containing Pirate Captain, Black Vest (1)
Common questions about Pirate Captain, Black Vest
How much is LEGO col281 (Pirate Captain, Black Vest) worth in 2026?
The LEGO Pirate Captain, Black Vest (col281) is worth $5.19 used and $18.00 new/sealed on average, based on BrickLink sales data from the last 6 months. Prices range from $3.46 to $9.73 depending on condition. This is below the Collectible Minifigures average of $10.77, making it one of the more affordable figures in the theme. Completeness (all accessories included) and print condition are the biggest factors affecting price.
What sets include the Pirate Captain, Black Vest minifigure?
Pirate Captain, Black Vest appears in 1 set: Minifigure Collection Vol. 2/3 2013 (Toys "R" Us Exclusive) (5002147-1, ~$34.55). Since it was only in one set, it can't be sourced elsewhere — that scarcity is reflected in the price.
How do I identify Pirate Captain, Black Vest?
Look for the BrickLink ID col281 — it's the definitive identifier for this figure. Pirate Captain, Black Vest is made up of 4 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 Pirate Captain, Black Vest?
List it individually on BrickLink with the ID col281 — buyers search by part number and will find it. Include clear photos showing condition. At $5.19, 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.