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Treasure Hunters

Treasure Hunters

6557-1·Town / City·1997·3 minifigs·81 parts

Used Avg
$187.05
New Avg
$372.97
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About Treasure Hunters

Treasure Hunters (6557-1) is a LEGO Town / City set released in 1997, currently averaging $187.05 used on BrickLink. It comes with 3 minifigures worth a combined $6.69. The set has retired from retail, so secondary market is the only option. The full parts inventory runs 81 pieces.

Part-out value

The minifigures make up only 4% of this set's value ($6.69 out of $187.05). 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 $372.97 vs $187.05 used — a 99% premium. If you have this set new in sealed box (NISB), price it accordingly.
  • This is a vintage set (1997). 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 Treasure Hunters (3)

Divers - Control 2, Red Legs, Black Cap, Glasses and Headset
Divers - Control 2, Red Legs, Black Cap, Glasses and Headset
div009$1.54
Divers - Red Diver 2, Red Legs with Black Hips, Black Helmet, Brown Bangs, Stubble
Divers - Red Diver 2, Red Legs with Black Hips, Black Helmet, Brown Bangs, Stubble
div016$3.11
Divers - Control 1, Black Legs, Black Cap, Life Jacket
Divers - Control 1, Black Legs, Black Cap, Life Jacket
div022$2.04

Parts (81)

Flag 2 x 2 Square
Flag 2 x 2 Square
×2
Flag 2 x 2 Square
Flag 2 x 2 Square
Flag 2 x 2 Square with Diver Blue Pattern on Both Sides
Flag 2 x 2 Square with Diver Blue Pattern on Both Sides
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 Grille without Bottom Groove
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 Grille without Bottom Groove
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 Grille without Bottom Groove
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 Grille without Bottom Groove
Tile 1 x 4
Tile 1 x 4
×2
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle
Wedge, Plate 3 x 3 Cut Corner
Wedge, Plate 3 x 3 Cut Corner
×2
Minifigure, Weapon Sword, Cutlass / Saber with Small Hilt
Minifigure, Weapon Sword, Cutlass / Saber with Small Hilt
×2
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle on Side - Free Ends
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle on Side - Free Ends
×2
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle on Side - Free Ends
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle on Side - Free Ends
Tile, Modified 1 x 1 with Clip
Tile, Modified 1 x 1 with Clip
×2
Boat, Anchor - Single Top Hole
Boat, Anchor - Single Top Hole
Wedge, Plate 7 x 6 without Stud Notches (Boat Bow Plate)
Wedge, Plate 7 x 6 without Stud Notches (Boat Bow Plate)
Wedge, Plate 7 x 6 without Stud Notches (Boat Bow Plate)
Wedge, Plate 7 x 6 without Stud Notches (Boat Bow Plate)
Boat, Bow Brick 6 x 6 x 1
Boat, Bow Brick 6 x 6 x 1
×2
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Rounded Bottom (Boat Stud)
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Rounded Bottom (Boat Stud)
×6
Train Front Sloping Top
Train Front Sloping Top
Glass for Train Front Sloping Top
Glass for Train Front Sloping Top
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Bar Handle
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Bar Handle
Brick 2 x 4
Brick 2 x 4
×2
Panel 3 x 3 x 3 Corner Convex
Panel 3 x 3 x 3 Corner Convex
×2
Windscreen 6 x 6 x 3 Canopy Dome Half Sphere with Hinge
Windscreen 6 x 6 x 3 Canopy Dome Half Sphere with Hinge
Ray / Stingray
Ray / Stingray
Minifigure, Weapon Spear Gun with Rounded Trigger and Thin Spear Base
Minifigure, Weapon Spear Gun with Rounded Trigger and Thin Spear Base
Minifigure, Utensil Camera Handheld Style with Compact Bar Handle
Minifigure, Utensil Camera Handheld Style with Compact Bar Handle
Brick 1 x 6
Brick 1 x 6
Brick 1 x 6
Brick 1 x 6
Plant Sea Grass / Seaweed
Plant Sea Grass / Seaweed
×2
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Bar Frame Square
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Bar Frame Square
×2
Arch 1 x 5 x 4 Inverted
Arch 1 x 5 x 4 Inverted
×3
Brick 1 x 4
Brick 1 x 4
×2
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 2 x 3
Plate 2 x 3
Plate 2 x 2
Plate 2 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
×2
Plate 1 x 1
Plate 1 x 1
×2
Plate 1 x 1
Plate 1 x 1
×2
Plate 1 x 1
Plate 1 x 1
×2
Plate 6 x 16
Plate 6 x 16
Hook Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Crane Hook Left
Hook Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Crane Hook Left
×2
Slope 33 3 x 2
Slope 33 3 x 2
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin
×2
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 1
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 1
Plate 1 x 6
Plate 1 x 6
Technic, Brick 1 x 2 with Hole
Technic, Brick 1 x 2 with Hole
×2
Plate 1 x 4
Plate 1 x 4
×2
Slope, Inverted 33 3 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin without Connections between Studs
Slope, Inverted 33 3 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin without Connections between Studs
Technic, Axle  1L with Pin without Friction Ridges with Round Hole
Technic, Axle 1L with Pin without Friction Ridges with Round Hole
×3
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with 1 Stud without Groove (Jumper)
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with 1 Stud without Groove (Jumper)
×2
Vehicle, Steering Stand 1 x 2 with Black Steering Wheel
Vehicle, Steering Stand 1 x 2 with Black Steering Wheel
Baseplate 8 x 16
Baseplate 8 x 16
Brick, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Brick, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
×2
Antenna 4H - Round Top
Antenna 4H - Round Top
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
×2
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Headlight
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Headlight
Plate, Round 1 x 1
Plate, Round 1 x 1
×3
Plate, Round 1 x 1
Plate, Round 1 x 1
×2
Plate, Round 1 x 1
Plate, Round 1 x 1
×2
Tile, Round 2 x 2
Tile, Round 2 x 2
×2
Slope 33 3 x 1
Slope 33 3 x 1
×2
Slope 33 3 x 1
Slope 33 3 x 1
Boat, Mast 2 x 2 x 3 Inclined with Stud on Top and Two Sides
Boat, Mast 2 x 2 x 3 Inclined with Stud on Top and Two Sides
Hinge Plate 1 x 4
Hinge Plate 1 x 4
Minifigure, Utensil Camera with Side Sight (Space Gun)
Minifigure, Utensil Camera with Side Sight (Space Gun)
Slope 75 2 x 1 x 3 - Open Stud
Slope 75 2 x 1 x 3 - Open Stud
×2
Minifigure, Headgear Cap - Long Flat Bill
Minifigure, Headgear Cap - Long Flat Bill
Cone 1 x 1
Cone 1 x 1
Antenna Small Base with Black Lever (4592 / 4593)
Antenna Small Base with Black Lever (4592 / 4593)
×4
Dish 2 x 2 Inverted (Radar)
Dish 2 x 2 Inverted (Radar)
Panel 1 x 2 x 1
Panel 1 x 2 x 1
×6
Slope, Inverted 45 4 x 2 Double with 2 x 2 Cutout
Slope, Inverted 45 4 x 2 Double with 2 x 2 Cutout
Plate, Modified 1 x 1 with U Clip (Horizontal Grip)
Plate, Modified 1 x 1 with U Clip (Horizontal Grip)
Propeller Housing
Propeller Housing
Propeller 3 Blade 3 Diameter with Axle Hole
Propeller 3 Blade 3 Diameter with Axle Hole
Brick 1 x 12
Brick 1 x 12
×2
Wave Rounded Straight with Bar End and Small Pins (Castle Dragon Flame / Seaweed / Water)
Wave Rounded Straight with Bar End and Small Pins (Castle Dragon Flame / Seaweed / Water)
×3
Sticker Sheet for Set 6557 - (71445/4106602)
Sticker Sheet for Set 6557 - (71445/4106602)
String Reel Winch 2 x 4 x 2 with Light Gray Drum
String Reel Winch 2 x 4 x 2 with Light Gray Drum
String, Cord Thin    75cm
String, Cord Thin 75cm

Common questions about Treasure Hunters

How much is LEGO Treasure Hunters (6557-1) worth?

Treasure Hunters sells for an average of $187.05 used and $372.97 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 6557-1?

This set includes 3 minifigures: Divers - Control 2, Red Legs, Black Cap, Glasses and Headset ($1.54), Divers - Red Diver 2, Red Legs with Black Hips, Black Helmet, Brown Bangs, Stubble ($3.11), Divers - Control 1, Black Legs, Black Cap, Life Jacket ($2.04). The minifigures have a combined BrickLink value of $6.69. Each figure is linked above with individual pricing if you're looking to buy or sell specific characters.

Is it worth parting out LEGO Treasure Hunters?

The minifigures make up about 4% of the set value ($6.69 out of $187.05). 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 Treasure Hunters (6557-1) retired?

Yes, Treasure Hunters was released in 1997 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 Treasure Hunters set is complete?

Use the parts list on this page to check every piece and all 3 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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