LEGO Galaxy Explorer (10497-1)
The Galaxy Explorer (10497-1) is a LEGO Icons set that was released in June 2022 and retired in December 2023 with a shelf life of 1 year and 6 months 11 days.
This LEGO set has 1,254 pieces and had a RRP of $99.99 (£89.99 / 99.99€) which equates to a price per piece of 0.08c (0.07p / 0.08€). Since it retired it has gone down in value by -1.1% and now has a value of $98.89 based on average sale price over the last 6 months.
Price over time
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| Month | Avg Price | Sales |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 22 | $146.21 | 11 |
| Sep 22 | $140.86 | 6 |
| Oct 22 | $139.08 | 12 |
| Nov 22 | $128.38 | 16 |
| Dec 22 | $123.03 | 20 |
| Jan 23 | $121.25 | 16 |
| Feb 23 | $101.63 | 11 |
| Mar 23 | $105.20 | 15 |
| Apr 23 | $110.55 | 2 |
| May 23 | $117.68 | 12 |
| Jun 23 | $101.63 | 4 |
| Jul 23 | $110.55 | 13 |
| Aug 23 | $119.46 | 21 |
| Sep 23 | $94.50 | 11 |
| Oct 23 | $126.60 | 10 |
| Nov 23 | $108.77 | 17 |
| Dec 23 | $133.73 | 36 |
| Jan 24 | $106.98 | 28 |
| Feb 24 | $121.25 | 40 |
| Mar 24 | $115.90 | 43 |
| Apr 24 | $126.60 | 21 |
| May 24 | $124.81 | 14 |
| Jun 24 | $142.64 | 19 |
| Jul 24 | $126.60 | 22 |
| Aug 24 | $121.25 | 9 |
| Sep 24 | $121.25 | 7 |
| Oct 24 | $128.38 | 14 |
| Nov 24 | $126.60 | 26 |
| Dec 24 | $126.60 | 54 |
| Jan 25 | $139.08 | 37 |
| Feb 25 | $137.29 | 24 |
| Mar 25 | $124.81 | 16 |
| Apr 25 | $139.08 | 12 |
| May 25 | $135.51 | 14 |
| Jun 25 | $139.08 | 17 |
| Jul 25 | $133.73 | 18 |
| Aug 25 | $135.51 | 30 |
| Sep 25 | $133.73 | 25 |
| Oct 25 | $130.16 | 16 |
| Nov 25 | $128.38 | 20 |
| Dec 25 | $126.60 | 24 |
| Jan 26 | $137.29 | 18 |
| Feb 26 | $135.51 | 17 |
| Mar 26 | $144.43 | 4 |
Minifigures
This set contains 4 minifigures with a combined value of $23.15. 3 of the minifigures in this set are exclusive, meaning they don't appear in any other LEGO sets.
Monthly sales
We have recorded 822 sales of the Galaxy Explorer set since Aug 22. The chart below shows the number of recorded sales per month, which can help indicate the popularity and availability of this set on the secondary market.
Value breakdown
The current value of Galaxy Explorer is $98.89
The 4 minifigures in this set make up 23% of the total set value.
The Classic Space - Red with Air Tanks and Updated Helmet (Second Reissue) minifigure is the most valuable minifigure in this set who contributes 9% of the set value .
My collection
Set details
Name: Galaxy Explorer
Theme: Icons
Set number: 10497-1
Status: Retired
Retired for: 2 years, 4 months
Pieces: 1,254
Minifigures: 4
Aug 1, 2022
Aug 1, 2022
Jun 20, 2022
Aug 1, 2022
Dec 31, 2023
Dec 31, 2023
Dec 31, 2023
Shelf life: 1 year, 7 months
$99.99
£89.99
99.99€
0.080c
0.072p
0.080€
Set value
Confidence: High
Current value: $98.89
Increase from RRP: -1.1%
Yearly ROI: -0.5%
Set rating
This set has been given an average rating of 7.4 / 10 based on 14 ratings. Below is a breakdown of the votes.
Minifigures
Set colors
The Galaxy Explorer has 1254 pieces and is ranked 592 on the list of biggest LEGO sets ever made.
The most common colour in this set is Light Bluish Gray
The most common part in this set is Slope 30 1 x 2 x 2/3
Stats
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the LEGO Galaxy Explorer (10497-1) worth?
The LEGO Galaxy Explorer is currently worth $98.89 based on the average sale price over the last 6 months. The original retail price was $99.99.
How many pieces are in the LEGO Galaxy Explorer?
The LEGO Galaxy Explorer (10497-1) contains 1,254 pieces, making it the 592nd biggest LEGO set ever made.
Is the LEGO Galaxy Explorer retired?
Yes, the LEGO Galaxy Explorer has been retired. It was retired in December 2023 and is no longer available from LEGO directly. You can find it on the secondary market through sites like BrickLink and eBay.
How many minifigures are in the LEGO Galaxy Explorer?
The LEGO Galaxy Explorer contains 4 minifigures, 3 of which are exclusive to this set. The minifigures include: Classic Space - Red with Air Tanks and Updated Helmet (Second Reissue), Classic Space - White with Air Tanks and Updated Helmet (Third Reissue - Jenny), Classic Space Droid - Round Plate Base, Light Bluish Gray and Black.
When was the LEGO Galaxy Explorer released?
The LEGO Galaxy Explorer (10497-1) was released in June 2022 as part of the Icons theme.
Is the LEGO Galaxy Explorer a good investment?
Since retirement, the LEGO Galaxy Explorer has decreased in value by 1.1% from its original retail price. That is a yearly return of approximately 0.5%.
Price data last updated: Mar 26
