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LEGO Chancellor Palpatine (sw0418) Star Wars Minifigure
LEGO Chancellor Palpatine (sw0418) — Star Wars Minifigure

Chancellor Palpatine - Dark Red Outfit, Legs, Tan Hair

sw0418·Star Wars·2012

Used Avg
$39.52
New Avg
$55.34
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Chancellor Palpatine (sw0418) Quick Facts

BrickLink IDsw0418
ThemeStar Wars
Year Released2012
Average Price (Used)$39.52
Average Price (New)$55.34
Price Range$13.58 – $87.99
Parts4
Found In1 set

About Chancellor Palpatine - Dark Red Outfit, Legs, Tan Hair

The LEGO Chancellor Palpatine (sw0418) is a Star Wars minifigure worth $39.52 on average, released in 2012 and found in 1 set. It has 4 individual parts. The Star Wars theme average is $22.01, making this figure above average for its theme.

Chancellor Palpatine - Dark Red Outfit, Legs, Tan Hair (sw0418) sells for around $39.52 on BrickLink and was only available in one set (Palpatine's Arrest). For sellers, that single-set exclusivity is what keeps the price above the Star Wars theme average of $22.01. It's not old enough to be truly scarce yet, but if the set has retired, expect gradual appreciation.

Seller notes

  • New/sealed copies sell for $55.34 vs $39.52 used — a 40% 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 Chancellor Palpatine - Dark Red Outfit, Legs, Tan Hair (4)

Minifigure, Head Dual Sided Wrinkles, Sunken Yellow Eyes / Black Eyes with White Pupils Pattern (SW Palpatine)
Minifigure, Head Dual Sided Wrinkles, Sunken Yellow Eyes / Black Eyes with White Pupils Pattern (SW Palpatine)
Light Nougat
Minifigure, Hair Swept Back with Widow's Peak
Minifigure, Hair Swept Back with Widow's Peak
Tan
Hips  and Legs Plain
Hips and Legs Plain
Dark Red
Torso SW Chancellor Palpatine, Horizontal Trim Pattern / Dark Brown Arms / Light Nougat Hands
Torso SW Chancellor Palpatine, Horizontal Trim Pattern / Dark Brown Arms / Light Nougat Hands
Dark Red

Sets containing Chancellor Palpatine - Dark Red Outfit, Legs, Tan Hair (1)

Palpatine's Arrest
Palpatine's Arrest
9526-1 · 2012$562.50

Common questions about Chancellor Palpatine - Dark Red Outfit, Legs, Tan Hair

How much is LEGO sw0418 (Chancellor Palpatine - Dark Red Outfit, Legs, Tan Hair) worth in 2026?

The LEGO Chancellor Palpatine - Dark Red Outfit, Legs, Tan Hair (sw0418) is worth $39.52 used and $55.34 new/sealed on average, based on BrickLink sales data from the last 6 months. Prices range from $13.58 to $87.99 depending on condition. This is above the Star Wars theme average of $22.01. Completeness (all accessories included) and print condition are the biggest factors affecting price.

What sets include the Chancellor Palpatine - Dark Red Outfit, Legs, Tan Hair minifigure?

Chancellor Palpatine - Dark Red Outfit, Legs, Tan Hair appears in 1 set: Palpatine's Arrest (9526-1, ~$562.50). Since it was only in one set, it can't be sourced elsewhere — that scarcity is reflected in the price.

How do I identify Chancellor Palpatine - Dark Red Outfit, Legs, Tan Hair?

Look for the BrickLink ID sw0418 — it's the definitive identifier for this figure. Chancellor Palpatine - Dark Red Outfit, Legs, Tan 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 Chancellor Palpatine - Dark Red Outfit, Legs, Tan Hair?

List it individually on BrickLink with the ID sw0418 — buyers search by part number and will find it. Include clear photos showing condition. At $39.52, it's worth the time to list separately rather than bundling. If you have several Star Wars figures, listing them all at once saves on the per-item effort.

Does condition matter for Chancellor Palpatine - Dark Red Outfit, Legs, Tan Hair?

At $39.52 average, yes. Buyers at this price point expect a complete figure with all accessories, no major scratches on printed elements, and tight joints. Minor play wear is generally acceptable, but cracked or heavily scratched torso prints will drop the price below average. If you have the figure new/sealed (averaging $55.34), keep it protected — the premium for mint condition is significant.

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