Top Hat Tom (hol249) Quick Facts
| BrickLink ID | hol249 |
| Theme | City |
| Year Released | 2021 |
| Average Price (Used) | $2.51 |
| Average Price (New) | $3.26 |
| Price Range | $1.42 – $4.87 |
| Parts | 5 |
| Found In | 1 set |
About Top Hat Tom
The LEGO Top Hat Tom (hol249) is a City minifigure worth $2.51 on average, released in 2021 and found in 1 set. It has 5 individual parts. The City theme average is $3.33, making this figure below average for its theme.
Top Hat Tom (hol249) is a common City minifigure, averaging $2.51 on BrickLink. At this price point it's usually not worth listing individually — bundle it with other City figures or include it in a themed minifig lot to move it. The value is in volume, not the single sale.
Seller notes
- This figure alone is worth 87% of its source set (Advent Calendar 2021, City (Day 17) - Top Hat Tom, ~$2.87). If you find the set at retail or in a collection, the minifig is a significant chunk of the value.
- At this price point, list on BrickLink with other 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 Top Hat Tom (5)
Sets containing Top Hat Tom (1)
Common questions about Top Hat Tom
How much is LEGO hol249 (Top Hat Tom) worth in 2026?
The LEGO Top Hat Tom (hol249) is worth $2.51 used and $3.26 new/sealed on average, based on BrickLink sales data from the last 6 months. Prices range from $1.42 to $4.87 depending on condition. Completeness (all accessories included) and print condition are the biggest factors affecting price.
What sets include the Top Hat Tom minifigure?
Top Hat Tom appears in 1 set: Advent Calendar 2021, City (Day 17) - Top Hat Tom (60303-18, ~$2.87). Since it was only in one set, it can't be sourced elsewhere — that scarcity is reflected in the price.
How do I identify Top Hat Tom?
Look for the BrickLink ID hol249 — it's the definitive identifier for this figure. Top Hat Tom 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 Top Hat Tom?
At this price point, the most efficient approach is to bundle it with other 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 City Minifigure Lot" listing with 5-10 figures will move faster and earn more than individual sales.