The Mine (4204-1) is a LEGO Town / City set released in 2012, currently averaging $83.65 used on BrickLink. It comes with 4 minifigures worth a combined $6.56. The set has retired from retail, so secondary market is the only option. The full parts inventory runs 303 pieces.
Part-out value
The minifigures make up only 8% of this set's value ($6.56 out of $83.65). The bulk of the value is in the parts or the set being complete. Sell it as a complete set if possible.
Seller notes
Sealed copies sell for $170.43 vs $83.65 used, a 104% premium. If you have this set new in sealed box (NISB), price it accordingly.
The Mine sells for an average of $83.65 used and $170.43 new/sealed on BrickLink based on 6 months of completed sales. As a retired set, prices tend to hold steady or appreciate over time, especially for complete sets with original packaging. Actual prices vary with completeness. Missing minifigures or key parts will lower the value.
What minifigures come in LEGO set 4204-1?
This set includes 4 minifigures: Flannel Shirt with Pocket and Belt, Sand Blue Legs, Mining Helmet, Safety Goggles ($1.61), Miner - Overalls Blue over V-Neck Shirt, Blue Legs, Mining Helmet, Crooked Smile and Scar ($1.48), Miner - Shirt with Harness and Wrench, Dark Tan Legs, Mining Helmet, Sweat Drops ($1.48), Miner - Shirt with Tie and Suspenders, Mining Helmet, Beard ($2.00). The minifigures have a combined BrickLink value of $6.56. Each figure is linked above with individual pricing if you're looking to buy or sell specific characters.
Is it worth parting out LEGO The Mine?
The minifigures make up about 8% of the set value ($6.56 out of $83.65). Most of the value is in the complete set package, so selling it whole is likely the better move unless you have buyers lined up for specific figures.
Is LEGO The Mine (4204-1) retired?
Yes, The Mine was released in 2012 and has been retired from retail for several years. Retired LEGO sets are only available on the secondary market through BrickLink, eBay, or other resale platforms.
How do I check if my The Mine set is complete?
Use the parts list on this page to check every piece and all 4 minifigures. For the minifigures specifically, you can use the brick'em scanner to identify each figure from a photo and confirm it matches what should be in this set. Missing pieces can be individually sourced on BrickLink.
