Arctic Scientist (cty0494) Quick Facts
| BrickLink ID | cty0494 |
| Theme | Town / City |
| Year Released | 2014 |
| Average Price (Used) | $2.50 |
| Average Price (New) | $4.63 |
| Price Range | $1.18 – $3.97 |
| Parts | 4 |
| Found In | 1 set |
About Arctic Scientist - Dark Brown Hair, Beard
The LEGO Arctic Scientist (cty0494) is a Town / City minifigure worth $2.50 on average, released in 2014 and found in 1 set. It has 4 individual parts. The Town / City theme average is $2.56, making this figure near average for its theme.
Arctic Scientist - Dark Brown Hair, Beard (cty0494) is a common Town / City minifigure, averaging $2.50 on BrickLink. At this price point it's usually not worth listing individually — bundle it with other Town / City figures or include it in a themed minifig lot to move it. The value is in volume, not the single sale.
Seller notes
- New/sealed copies sell for $4.63 vs $2.50 used — a 86% 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.
- At this price point, list on BrickLink with other Town / City figures to save on shipping and attract buyers building out their collection. Individual listings at low prices rarely justify the packaging time.
Parts in Arctic Scientist - Dark Brown Hair, Beard (4)
Sets containing Arctic Scientist - Dark Brown Hair, Beard (1)
Common questions about Arctic Scientist - Dark Brown Hair, Beard
How much is LEGO cty0494 (Arctic Scientist - Dark Brown Hair, Beard) worth in 2026?
The LEGO Arctic Scientist - Dark Brown Hair, Beard (cty0494) is worth $2.50 used and $4.63 new/sealed on average, based on BrickLink sales data from the last 6 months. Prices range from $1.18 to $3.97 depending on condition. Completeness (all accessories included) and print condition are the biggest factors affecting price.
What sets include the Arctic Scientist - Dark Brown Hair, Beard minifigure?
Arctic Scientist - Dark Brown Hair, Beard appears in 1 set: Arctic Base Camp (60036-1, ~$154.32). Since it was only in one set, it can't be sourced elsewhere — that scarcity is reflected in the price.
How do I identify Arctic Scientist - Dark Brown Hair, Beard?
Look for the BrickLink ID cty0494 — it's the definitive identifier for this figure. Arctic Scientist - Dark Brown Hair, Beard 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 Arctic Scientist - Dark Brown Hair, Beard?
At this price point, the most efficient approach is to bundle it with other Town / City minifigures in a lot rather than listing individually. On BrickLink, you can list it as part of a themed minifig bundle. On eBay or Mercari, a "LEGO Town / City Minifigure Lot" listing with 5-10 figures will move faster and earn more than individual sales.