Professor Severus Snape (hp493) Quick Facts
| BrickLink ID | hp493 |
| Theme | Harry Potter |
| Year Released | 2024 |
| Average Price (Used) | $4.20 |
| Average Price (New) | $3.98 |
| Price Range | $1.97 – $7.25 |
| Parts | 4 |
| Found In | 3 sets |
About Professor Severus Snape - Dark Silver Vest
The LEGO Professor Severus Snape (hp493) is a Harry Potter minifigure worth $4.20 on average, released in 2024 and found in 3 sets. It has 4 individual parts. The Harry Potter theme average is $6.10, making this figure below average for its theme.
Professor Severus Snape - Dark Silver Vest (hp493) is a common Harry Potter minifigure, averaging $4.20 on BrickLink. At this price point it's usually not worth listing individually — bundle it with other Harry Potter figures or include it in a themed minifig lot to move it. The value is in volume, not the single sale.
Seller notes
- 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 Harry Potter figures to save on shipping and attract buyers building out their collection. Individual listings at low prices rarely justify the packaging time.
Parts in Professor Severus Snape - Dark Silver Vest (4)
Sets containing Professor Severus Snape - Dark Silver Vest (3)
Common questions about Professor Severus Snape - Dark Silver Vest
How much is LEGO hp493 (Professor Severus Snape - Dark Silver Vest) worth in 2026?
The LEGO Professor Severus Snape - Dark Silver Vest (hp493) is worth $4.20 used and $3.98 new/sealed on average, based on BrickLink sales data from the last 6 months. Prices range from $1.97 to $7.25 depending on condition. Completeness (all accessories included) and print condition are the biggest factors affecting price.
What sets include the Professor Severus Snape - Dark Silver Vest minifigure?
Professor Severus Snape - Dark Silver Vest appears in 3 sets: Hogwarts Castle: Potions Class (76431-1, ~$38.14), Hogwarts Castle: Dueling Club (76441-1, ~$23.18), Cauldron: Secret Potions Classroom (76464-1, ~$58.87).
How do I identify Professor Severus Snape - Dark Silver Vest?
Look for the BrickLink ID hp493 — it's the definitive identifier for this figure. Professor Severus Snape - Dark Silver 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 Professor Severus Snape - Dark Silver Vest?
At this price point, the most efficient approach is to bundle it with other Harry Potter 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 Harry Potter Minifigure Lot" listing with 5-10 figures will move faster and earn more than individual sales.