Arctic Explorer, Male with Green Goggles and Snowshoes
cty0497·Town / City·2014
Arctic Explorer Male with Green Goggles and Snowshoes (cty0497) Quick Facts
| BrickLink ID | cty0497 |
| Theme | Town / City |
| Year Released | 2014 |
| Average Price (Used) | $2.20 |
| Average Price (New) | $4.74 |
| Price Range | $1.10 – $4.00 |
| Parts | 5 |
| Found In | 1 set |
About Arctic Explorer, Male with Green Goggles and Snowshoes
The LEGO Arctic Explorer Male with Green Goggles and Snowshoes (cty0497) is a Town / City minifigure worth $2.20 on average, released in 2014 and found in 1 set. It has 5 individual parts. The Town / City theme average is $2.57, making this figure near average for its theme.
Arctic Explorer, Male with Green Goggles and Snowshoes (cty0497) is a common Town / City minifigure, averaging $2.20 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 $4.74 vs $2.20 used — a 116% premium. If you have this figure still sealed or in excellent condition with all accessories, price it closer to the new average.
- 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 Explorer, Male with Green Goggles and Snowshoes (5)
Sets containing Arctic Explorer, Male with Green Goggles and Snowshoes (1)
Common questions about Arctic Explorer, Male with Green Goggles and Snowshoes
How much is LEGO cty0497 (Arctic Explorer, Male with Green Goggles and Snowshoes) worth in 2026?
The LEGO Arctic Explorer, Male with Green Goggles and Snowshoes (cty0497) is worth $2.20 used and $4.74 new/sealed on average, based on BrickLink sales data from the last 6 months. Prices range from $1.10 to $4.00 depending on condition. Completeness (all accessories included) and print condition are the biggest factors affecting price.
What sets include the Arctic Explorer, Male with Green Goggles and Snowshoes minifigure?
Arctic Explorer, Male with Green Goggles and Snowshoes 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 Explorer, Male with Green Goggles and Snowshoes?
Look for the BrickLink ID cty0497 — it's the definitive identifier for this figure. Arctic Explorer, Male with Green Goggles and Snowshoes 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.
What's the best way to sell Arctic Explorer, Male with Green Goggles and Snowshoes?
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.