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Crystal Sweeper

Crystal Sweeper

8961-1·LEGO·2009·4 minifigs·152 parts

Used Avg
$140.03
New Avg
$493.49
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About Crystal Sweeper

Crystal Sweeper (8961-1) is a LEGO LEGO set released in 2009, currently averaging $140.03 used on BrickLink. It comes with 4 minifigures worth a combined $13.27. The set has retired from retail, so secondary market is the only option. The full parts inventory runs 152 pieces.

Part-out value

The minifigures make up only 9% of this set's value ($13.27 out of $140.03). 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 $493.49 vs $140.03 used — a 252% premium. If you have this set new in sealed box (NISB), price it accordingly.
  • This is a vintage set (2009). Condition of the box and instructions significantly affects value. A complete set with original box and instructions can sell for well above the average.

Minifigures in Crystal Sweeper (4)

Rock Monster - Meltrox (Trans-Red)
Rock Monster - Meltrox (Trans-Red)
pm003$4.85
Rock Monster - Glaciator (Trans-Dark Blue)
Rock Monster - Glaciator (Trans-Dark Blue)
pm004$4.93
Power Miner - Brains, Goggles
Power Miner - Brains, Goggles
pm013$1.86
Power Miner - Engineer, Goggles
Power Miner - Engineer, Goggles
pm014$1.62

Parts (152)

Flag 2 x 2 Square with Flat Edge
Flag 2 x 2 Square with Flat Edge
White×2
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove
Dark Bluish Gray×6
Tile 1 x 4
Tile 1 x 4
Orange×3
Tile 1 x 4
Tile 1 x 4
Lime×4
Plate 2 x 12
Plate 2 x 12
Light Bluish Gray
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle on Side - Free Ends
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle on Side - Free Ends
White×3
Window 2 x 8 x 2 Boat with Fixed Trans-Brown Glass
Window 2 x 8 x 2 Boat with Fixed Trans-Brown Glass
White
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Rounded Bottom (Boat Stud)
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Rounded Bottom (Boat Stud)
Trans-Clear×2
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Rounded Bottom (Boat Stud)
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Rounded Bottom (Boat Stud)
Dark Bluish Gray×2
Technic, Pin with Short Friction Ridges
Technic, Pin with Short Friction Ridges
Black×14
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Pin Holes
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Pin Holes
Red×2
Brick 2 x 4
Brick 2 x 4
Black×16
Brick 2 x 3
Brick 2 x 3
Lime×10
Brick 2 x 2
Brick 2 x 2
Lime×4
Brick 1 x 2
Brick 1 x 2
Lime×13
Brick 1 x 2
Brick 1 x 2
Dark Bluish Gray×2
Minifigure, Weapon Spear Gun with Rounded Trigger and Thin Spear Base
Minifigure, Weapon Spear Gun with Rounded Trigger and Thin Spear Base
Dark Bluish Gray
Brick 1 x 6
Brick 1 x 6
Light Bluish Gray
Brick 1 x 4
Brick 1 x 4
Lime×2
Chain 21 Links (16-17L)
Chain 21 Links (16-17L)
Dark Bluish Gray
Rock 1 x 1 Jewel 24 Facet
Rock 1 x 1 Jewel 24 Facet
Trans-Dark Blue×2
Rock 1 x 1 Jewel 24 Facet
Rock 1 x 1 Jewel 24 Facet
Trans-Neon Green×2
Minifigure, Visor Goggles
Minifigure, Visor Goggles
Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 2 x 4
Orange×2
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 2 x 4
Black×2
Plate 2 x 3
Plate 2 x 3
Light Bluish Gray×12
Plate 2 x 2
Plate 2 x 2
White×3
Plate 2 x 2
Plate 2 x 2
Light Bluish Gray×2
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
Lime×13
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 1
Plate 1 x 1
Trans-Red×2
Plate 6 x 12
Plate 6 x 12
Dark Bluish Gray×2
Rock 4 x 4 Octagonal Boulder, Bottom with Marbled Trans-Neon Orange Pattern
Rock 4 x 4 Octagonal Boulder, Bottom with Marbled Trans-Neon Orange Pattern
Dark Bluish Gray×2
Vehicle, Tipper Bed 12 x 8 x 3 1/3
Vehicle, Tipper Bed 12 x 8 x 3 1/3
Orange
Plate 4 x 4
Plate 4 x 4
Lime
Plate 2 x 8
Plate 2 x 8
Light Bluish Gray×3
Plate 4 x 8
Plate 4 x 8
Dark Bluish Gray×2
Plate 6 x 8
Plate 6 x 8
Dark Bluish Gray
Cylinder 3 x 6 x 2 2/3 Horizontal - Round Connections Between Interior Studs
Cylinder 3 x 6 x 2 2/3 Horizontal - Round Connections Between Interior Studs
Light Bluish Gray×2
Hinge Brick 1 x 6 Locking with 1 Finger Vertical End and 2 Fingers Vertical End
Hinge Brick 1 x 6 Locking with 1 Finger Vertical End and 2 Fingers Vertical End
Light Bluish Gray
Slope 45 2 x 2
Slope 45 2 x 2
Dark Bluish Gray×2
Slope 45 2 x 1
Slope 45 2 x 1
Dark Bluish Gray×4
Slope 45 2 x 1 Double (Undetermined Type)
Slope 45 2 x 1 Double (Undetermined Type)
Dark Bluish Gray
Slope 45 2 x 2 Double Convex Corner
Slope 45 2 x 2 Double Convex Corner
Light Bluish Gray×2
Hinge Cylinder 1 x 2 Locking with 1 Finger and Axle Hole on Ends with Slots
Hinge Cylinder 1 x 2 Locking with 1 Finger and Axle Hole on Ends with Slots
Black
Plate, Round Corner 4 x 4
Plate, Round Corner 4 x 4
Lime×2
Vehicle, Steering Wheel Small, 2 Studs Diameter
Vehicle, Steering Wheel Small, 2 Studs Diameter
Black
Tile 2 x 2
Tile 2 x 2
Dark Bluish Gray
Technic, Liftarm, Modified Bent Thick 1 x 11.5 Double
Technic, Liftarm, Modified Bent Thick 1 x 11.5 Double
Lime×2
Technic, Axle and Pin Connector Angled #3 - 157.5 degrees
Technic, Axle and Pin Connector Angled #3 - 157.5 degrees
Light Bluish Gray
Technic, Brick 1 x 14 with Holes
Technic, Brick 1 x 14 with Holes
Black×4
Technic, Axle 2L Notched
Technic, Axle 2L Notched
Red×2
Technic, Brick 1 x 2 with Axle Hole
Technic, Brick 1 x 2 with Axle Hole
Light Bluish Gray×2
Technic, Axle 5L
Technic, Axle 5L
Light Bluish Gray×6
Technic, Axle 5.5L with Stop
Technic, Axle 5.5L with Stop
Dark Bluish Gray×5
Technic, Liftarm, Modified Bent Thick 1 x 7 (4 - 4)
Technic, Liftarm, Modified Bent Thick 1 x 7 (4 - 4)
Orange×6
Technic, Liftarm Thick 1 x 3
Technic, Liftarm Thick 1 x 3
Lime×2
Technic, Liftarm, Modified Bent Thick L-Shape 3 x 5
Technic, Liftarm, Modified Bent Thick L-Shape 3 x 5
Dark Bluish Gray×2
Technic, Pin 3L without Friction Ridges
Technic, Pin 3L without Friction Ridges
Tan
Slope 33 3 x 4
Slope 33 3 x 4
Dark Bluish Gray×2
Banana
Banana
Yellow
Slope, Curved 3 x 1 x 2 with Hollow Stud
Slope, Curved 3 x 1 x 2 with Hollow Stud
Lime×2
Plate 1 x 8
Plate 1 x 8
Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 3
Plate 1 x 3
Light Bluish Gray
Fence 1 x 4 x 1 Lattice
Fence 1 x 4 x 1 Lattice
Dark Bluish Gray×2
Technic, Gear 24 Tooth with 1 Axle Hole
Technic, Gear 24 Tooth with 1 Axle Hole
Dark Bluish Gray×3
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin
Lime×4
Plate 1 x 6
Plate 1 x 6
Lime×2
Slope 75 2 x 2 x 3 - Hollow Studs
Slope 75 2 x 2 x 3 - Hollow Studs
Lime
Technic, Brick 1 x 4 with Holes
Technic, Brick 1 x 4 with Holes
Black×4
Technic, Brick 1 x 8 with Holes
Technic, Brick 1 x 8 with Holes
Black
Technic, Axle 8L
Technic, Axle 8L
Black
Technic, Axle 12L
Technic, Axle 12L
Black×2
Plate 1 x 4
Plate 1 x 4
Lime×7
Technic Bush
Technic Bush
Light Bluish Gray×11
Slope, Inverted 33 3 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin and Connections between Studs
Slope, Inverted 33 3 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin and Connections between Studs
Dark Bluish Gray×8
Technic, Axle 1L with Pin without Friction Ridges with Round Hole
Technic, Axle 1L with Pin without Friction Ridges with Round Hole
Tan
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with 1 Stud without Groove (Jumper)
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with 1 Stud without Groove (Jumper)
White
Plate 2 x 6
Plate 2 x 6
White
Minifigure, Utensil Shovel / Spade - Handle with Round End
Minifigure, Utensil Shovel / Spade - Handle with Round End
Dark Bluish Gray
Brick, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Brick, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Light Bluish Gray
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Black×2
Plate, Round 1 x 1
Plate, Round 1 x 1
Black×5
Plate, Round 1 x 1
Plate, Round 1 x 1
Trans-Clear×8
Plate, Modified 1 x 1 with U Clip Thick (Vertical Grip)
Plate, Modified 1 x 1 with U Clip Thick (Vertical Grip)
White×2
Hinge Brick 2 x 2 Locking with 2 Fingers Vertical and Axle Hole
Hinge Brick 2 x 2 Locking with 2 Fingers Vertical and Axle Hole
Light Bluish Gray
Tile, Round 2 x 2
Tile, Round 2 x 2
Lime
Tile 1 x 8
Tile 1 x 8
Black×2
Technic Wedge Belt Wheel (Pulley)
Technic Wedge Belt Wheel (Pulley)
Lime×8
Technic Bush 1/2 Smooth
Technic Bush 1/2 Smooth
Yellow×7
Technic, Pin 1/2 without Friction Ridges
Technic, Pin 1/2 without Friction Ridges
Light Bluish Gray×2
Technic, Axle 1L with Pin with Friction Ridges
Technic, Axle 1L with Pin with Friction Ridges
Blue×6
Slope, Curved 6 x 2
Slope, Curved 6 x 2
Lime×2
Technic, Axle 7L
Technic, Axle 7L
Light Bluish Gray
Bracket 1 x 2 - 2 x 2
Bracket 1 x 2 - 2 x 2
Light Bluish Gray×4
Slope 10 6 x 8
Slope 10 6 x 8
Light Bluish Gray
Cone 1 x 1 with Top Groove
Cone 1 x 1 with Top Groove
Orange
Cone 1 x 1 with Top Groove
Cone 1 x 1 with Top Groove
Trans-Red
Antenna Small Base with Black Lever (4592 / 4593)
Antenna Small Base with Black Lever (4592 / 4593)
White×6
Tap 1 x 1 (Undetermined Type)
Tap 1 x 1 (Undetermined Type)
Light Bluish Gray×6
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Arm Up (Undetermined Type)
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Arm Up (Undetermined Type)
Black×2
Technic Rotation Joint Ball Loop with 2 Perpendicular Pins with Friction
Technic Rotation Joint Ball Loop with 2 Perpendicular Pins with Friction
Dark Bluish Gray
Technic, Brick Modified 2 x 2 with Pin Hole and Rotation Joint Socket
Technic, Brick Modified 2 x 2 with Pin Hole and Rotation Joint Socket
Dark Bluish Gray
Technic, Brick Modified 2 x 2 with Pin Hole and Rotation Joint Ball Half Vertical
Technic, Brick Modified 2 x 2 with Pin Hole and Rotation Joint Ball Half Vertical
Dark Bluish Gray
Motorcycle Chassis, Long Fairing Mounts and Foot Pegs
Motorcycle Chassis, Long Fairing Mounts and Foot Pegs
Black
Motorcycle Fairing, Dirt Bike
Motorcycle Fairing, Dirt Bike
Orange
Tire 21mm D. x 6mm City Motorcycle
Tire 21mm D. x 6mm City Motorcycle
Black×2
Wheel 15mm D. x 6mm City Motorcycle
Wheel 15mm D. x 6mm City Motorcycle
Light Bluish Gray×2
Rock 1 x 1 Crystal 5 Point
Rock 1 x 1 Crystal 5 Point
Trans-Dark Blue×3
Rock 1 x 1 Crystal 5 Point
Rock 1 x 1 Crystal 5 Point
Trans-Red×3
Rock 1 x 1 Crystal 5 Point
Rock 1 x 1 Crystal 5 Point
Trans-Orange×2
Wedge 4 x 6 x 2/3 Triple Curved
Wedge 4 x 6 x 2/3 Triple Curved
Lime×2
Slope 30 1 x 1 x 2/3
Slope 30 1 x 1 x 2/3
Light Bluish Gray×9
Slope 30 1 x 1 x 2/3
Slope 30 1 x 1 x 2/3
Trans-Orange×5
Brick, Round 2 x 2 Dome Top
Brick, Round 2 x 2 Dome Top
Black×2
Brick, Round 2 x 2 Dome Top
Brick, Round 2 x 2 Dome Top
Dark Bluish Gray×2
Wheel 30.4mm D. x 20mm with No Pin Holes and Reinforced Rim
Wheel 30.4mm D. x 20mm with No Pin Holes and Reinforced Rim
Black×6
Technic, Axle Connector Hub with 3 Axles
Technic, Axle Connector Hub with 3 Axles
Light Bluish Gray
Bar 7 x 3 with 2 U Clips (Ladder)
Bar 7 x 3 with 2 U Clips (Ladder)
Black
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with 2 U Clips (Horizontal Grip)
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with 2 U Clips (Horizontal Grip)
Black×4
Plate, Round 4 x 4 with Hole
Plate, Round 4 x 4 with Hole
Dark Bluish Gray
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with U Clip (Vertical Grip) - Solid Stud
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with U Clip (Vertical Grip) - Solid Stud
White×2
Slope 18 4 x 1
Slope 18 4 x 1
Dark Bluish Gray×2
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle on End
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle on End
Light Bluish Gray×4
Window 1 x 2 x 2 Flat Front
Window 1 x 2 x 2 Flat Front
White
Glass for Window 1 x 2 x 2 Flat Front
Glass for Window 1 x 2 x 2 Flat Front
Trans-Brown
Bracket 5 x 2 x 2 1/3 with 2 Holes
Bracket 5 x 2 x 2 1/3 with 2 Holes
Black×2
Slope, Curved 2 x 1 x 1 1/3 with Recessed Stud
Slope, Curved 2 x 1 x 1 1/3 with Recessed Stud
Lime×6
Brick 1 x 12
Brick 1 x 12
Dark Bluish Gray×2
Slope 18 2 x 1 x 2/3 with Grille
Slope 18 2 x 1 x 2/3 with Grille
Lime×8
Slope 18 2 x 1 x 2/3 with Grille
Slope 18 2 x 1 x 2/3 with Grille
Dark Bluish Gray×4
Turntable 4 x 4 Square Base, Locking
Turntable 4 x 4 Square Base, Locking
Black
Slope, Curved 4 x 1
Slope, Curved 4 x 1
Lime×6
Container, Box 2 x 2 x 2 - Top Opening
Container, Box 2 x 2 x 2 - Top Opening
Dark Bluish Gray×2
Technic, Pin Connector Round 2L with Slot (Pin Joiner Round)
Technic, Pin Connector Round 2L with Slot (Pin Joiner Round)
Orange
Technic, Pin Connector Round 2L with Slot (Pin Joiner Round)
Technic, Pin Connector Round 2L with Slot (Pin Joiner Round)
Black×2
Minifigure, Utensil Computer Laptop
Minifigure, Utensil Computer Laptop
Black
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Clip on End (Horizontal Grip)
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Clip on End (Horizontal Grip)
Black×4
Windscreen 6 x 4 x 3 1/3 Roll Cage
Windscreen 6 x 4 x 3 1/3 Roll Cage
Black
Minifigure, Utensil Telescope
Minifigure, Utensil Telescope
Black×2
Wheel Hard Plastic with Small Cleats
Wheel Hard Plastic with Small Cleats
Orange×2
Cone Spiral Jagged - Step Drill
Cone Spiral Jagged - Step Drill
Light Bluish Gray
Minifigure, Utensil Dynamite Sticks Bundle
Minifigure, Utensil Dynamite Sticks Bundle
Red×2
Technic, Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular
Technic, Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular
Lime×2
Technic, Axle Connector 2L (Smooth with x Hole + Orientation)
Technic, Axle Connector 2L (Smooth with x Hole + Orientation)
Light Bluish Gray×2
Technic, Pin 3L with Friction Ridges
Technic, Pin 3L with Friction Ridges
Blue×2
Technic, Axle 3L with Stud
Technic, Axle 3L with Stud
Dark Bluish Gray×13
Technic, Liftarm, Modified Bent Thick 1 x 9 (6 - 4)
Technic, Liftarm, Modified Bent Thick 1 x 9 (6 - 4)
Black×2
Tile 1 x 6
Tile 1 x 6
Dark Bluish Gray
Sticker Sheet for Set 8961 - (85418/4543600)
Sticker Sheet for Set 8961 - (85418/4543600)
(Not Applicable)
Tread with 36 Treads Large, Non-Technic
Tread with 36 Treads Large, Non-Technic
Black×2
Bionicle 1 x 3 Tooth with Axle Hole (Bohrok Eye)
Bionicle 1 x 3 Tooth with Axle Hole (Bohrok Eye)
Orange×24

Common questions about Crystal Sweeper

How much is LEGO Crystal Sweeper (8961-1) worth?

Crystal Sweeper sells for an average of $140.03 used and $493.49 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 8961-1?

This set includes 4 minifigures: Rock Monster - Meltrox (Trans-Red) ($4.85), Rock Monster - Glaciator (Trans-Dark Blue) ($4.93), Power Miner - Brains, Goggles ($1.86), Power Miner - Engineer, Goggles ($1.62). The minifigures have a combined BrickLink value of $13.27. Each figure is linked above with individual pricing if you're looking to buy or sell specific characters.

Is it worth parting out LEGO Crystal Sweeper?

The minifigures make up about 9% of the set value ($13.27 out of $140.03). 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 Crystal Sweeper (8961-1) retired?

Yes, Crystal Sweeper was released in 2009 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. At its current price point, it has appreciated since retirement.

How do I check if my Crystal Sweeper 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.

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