LEGO Sorting Hat (4701-1)
The Sorting Hat (4701-1) is a LEGO Harry Potter set that was released in September 2001 and retired in December 2002 with a shelf life of 1 year and 3 months 30 days.
This LEGO set has 48 pieces and had a RRP of $6.99 (£4.99 / -) which equates to a price per piece of 0.15c (0.10p / 0.00€). Since it retired it has grown in value by 788.5% and now has a value of $62.11 based on average sale price over the last 6 months.
Price over time
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| Month | Avg Price | Sales |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 21 | $64.78 | 1 |
| Jan 22 | $59.53 | 2 |
| Feb 22 | $82.29 | 1 |
| Mar 22 | $80.53 | 0 |
| Apr 22 | $78.78 | 0 |
| May 22 | $77.03 | 0 |
| Jun 22 | $75.28 | 0 |
| Jul 22 | $73.53 | 0 |
| Aug 22 | $71.78 | 2 |
| Sep 22 | $68.28 | 0 |
| Oct 22 | $64.78 | 0 |
| Nov 22 | $61.28 | 0 |
| Dec 22 | $57.78 | 0 |
| Jan 23 | $50.77 | 1 |
| Feb 23 | $64.78 | 0 |
| Mar 23 | $77.03 | 1 |
| Apr 23 | $68.28 | 1 |
| May 23 | $77.03 | 0 |
| Jun 23 | $85.79 | 0 |
| Jul 23 | $94.54 | 1 |
| Aug 23 | $94.54 | 2 |
| Sep 23 | $82.29 | 0 |
| Oct 23 | $70.03 | 0 |
| Nov 23 | $57.78 | 0 |
| Dec 23 | $45.52 | 0 |
| Jan 24 | $31.51 | 4 |
| Feb 24 | $68.28 | 0 |
| Mar 24 | $105.05 | 0 |
| Apr 24 | $141.81 | 1 |
| May 24 | $133.06 | 0 |
| Jun 24 | $124.30 | 0 |
| Jul 24 | $117.30 | 1 |
| Aug 24 | $113.80 | 0 |
| Sep 24 | $110.30 | 0 |
| Oct 24 | $106.80 | 0 |
| Nov 24 | $103.29 | 0 |
| Dec 24 | $99.79 | 0 |
| Jan 25 | $96.29 | 1 |
| Feb 25 | $103.29 | 0 |
| Mar 25 | $110.30 | 0 |
| Apr 25 | $117.30 | 1 |
| May 25 | $110.30 | 0 |
| Jun 25 | $103.29 | 0 |
| Jul 25 | $94.54 | 2 |
| Aug 25 | $84.04 | 1 |
| Sep 25 | $82.29 | 0 |
| Oct 25 | $80.53 | 0 |
| Nov 25 | $78.78 | 3 |
| Dec 25 | $84.04 | 0 |
| Jan 26 | $89.29 | 0 |
| Feb 26 | $94.54 | 1 |
Minifigures
This set contains 1 minifigures with a combined value of $12.87. All of the minifigures in this set are exclusive, meaning they don't appear in any other LEGO sets.
Monthly sales
We have recorded 27 sales of the Sorting Hat set since Dec 21. 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 Sorting Hat is $62.11
The 1 minifigures in this set make up 21% of the total set value.
The Harry Potter, Hogwarts Torso, Light Gray Legs, Black Wizard / Witch Hat, Black Cape with Stars minifigure is the most valuable minifigure in this set who contributes 21% of the set value .
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Set details
Name: Sorting Hat
Theme: Harry Potter
Set number: 4701-1
Status: Retired
Retired for: 23 years, 5 months
Pieces: 48
Minifigures: 1
Sep 1, 2001
Sep 1, 2001
Sep 1, 2001
Dec 31, 2002
Dec 31, 2002
Dec 31, 2002
Shelf life: 1 year, 4 months
$6.99
£4.99
-€
0.146c
0.104p
-
Set value
Confidence: High
Current value: $62.11
Increase from RRP: 788.5%
Yearly ROI: 33.7%
Set colors
The Sorting Hat has 48 pieces and is ranked 10404 on the list of biggest LEGO sets ever made.
The most common colour in this set is Black
The most common part in this set is Brick, Round 1 x 1 Open Stud
Stats
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the LEGO Sorting Hat (4701-1) worth?
The LEGO Sorting Hat is currently worth $62.11 based on the average sale price over the last 6 months. The original retail price was $6.99.
How many pieces are in the LEGO Sorting Hat?
The LEGO Sorting Hat (4701-1) contains 48 pieces, making it the 10404th biggest LEGO set ever made.
Is the LEGO Sorting Hat retired?
Yes, the LEGO Sorting Hat has been retired. It was retired in December 2002 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 Sorting Hat?
The LEGO Sorting Hat contains 1 minifigure, 1 of which is exclusive to this set. The minifigures include: Harry Potter, Hogwarts Torso, Light Gray Legs, Black Wizard / Witch Hat, Black Cape with Stars.
When was the LEGO Sorting Hat released?
The LEGO Sorting Hat (4701-1) was released in September 2001 as part of the Harry Potter theme.
Is the LEGO Sorting Hat a good investment?
Since retirement, the LEGO Sorting Hat has increased in value by 788.5% from its original retail price. That is a yearly return of approximately 33.7%.
Price data last updated: Feb 26
