Mirkwood Elf Guard (lor053) Quick Facts
| BrickLink ID | lor053 |
| Theme | Lord of the Rings |
| Year Released | 2012 |
| Average Price (Used) | $14.57 |
| Average Price (New) | $22.83 |
| Price Range | $4.98 – $23.33 |
| Parts | 4 |
| Found In | 1 set |
About Mirkwood Elf Guard - Hair
The LEGO Mirkwood Elf Guard (lor053) is a Lord of the Rings minifigure worth $14.57 on average, released in 2012 and found in 1 set. It has 4 individual parts. The Lord of the Rings theme average is $26.39, making this figure below average for its theme.
Mirkwood Elf Guard - Hair (lor053) is a mid-range Lord of the Rings minifigure valued at $14.57 on BrickLink. It comes from 1 set, exclusively Barrel Escape. 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 $22.83 vs $14.57 used — a 57% 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 Mirkwood Elf Guard - Hair (4)
Sets containing Mirkwood Elf Guard - Hair (1)
Common questions about Mirkwood Elf Guard - Hair
How much is LEGO lor053 (Mirkwood Elf Guard - Hair) worth in 2026?
The LEGO Mirkwood Elf Guard - Hair (lor053) is worth $14.57 used and $22.83 new/sealed on average, based on BrickLink sales data from the last 6 months. Prices range from $4.98 to $23.33 depending on condition. Completeness (all accessories included) and print condition are the biggest factors affecting price.
What sets include the Mirkwood Elf Guard - Hair minifigure?
Mirkwood Elf Guard - Hair appears in 1 set: Barrel Escape (79004-1, ~$193.37). Since it was only in one set, it can't be sourced elsewhere — that scarcity is reflected in the price.
How do I identify Mirkwood Elf Guard - Hair?
Look for the BrickLink ID lor053 — it's the definitive identifier for this figure. Mirkwood Elf Guard - Hair 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 Mirkwood Elf Guard - Hair?
List it individually on BrickLink with the ID lor053 — buyers search by part number and will find it. Include clear photos showing condition. At $14.57, it's worth the time to list separately rather than bundling. If you have several Lord of the Rings figures, listing them all at once saves on the per-item effort.