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LEGO Shark's Crystal Cave (6190-1)

The Shark's Crystal Cave (6190-1) is a LEGO Aquazone set that was released in July 1996 and retired in December 1997 with a shelf life of 1 year and 5 months 30 days.

This LEGO set has 258 pieces and had a RRP of $49.99 (£- / -) which equates to a price per piece of 0.19c (0.00p / 0.00€). Since it retired it has grown in value by 533.1% and now has a value of $316.48 based on average sale price over the last 6 months.

Price over time

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Month Avg Price Sales
May 22 $435.94 1
Jun 22 $444.69 0
Jul 22 $453.45 0
Aug 22 $462.20 0
Sep 22 $470.95 0
Oct 22 $479.71 0
Nov 22 $488.46 0
Dec 22 $497.22 0
Jan 23 $505.97 0
Feb 23 $514.72 0
Mar 23 $523.48 0
Apr 23 $532.23 0
May 23 $540.98 0
Jun 23 $556.74 1
Jul 23 $554.99 0
Aug 23 $553.24 0
Sep 23 $551.49 0
Oct 23 $549.74 0
Nov 23 $547.99 0
Dec 23 $546.24 0
Jan 24 $544.49 0
Feb 24 $542.74 0
Mar 24 $547.99 1
Apr 24 $570.75 0
May 24 $593.51 0
Jun 24 $616.27 1
Jul 24 $574.25 0
Aug 24 $532.23 0
Sep 24 $490.21 0
Oct 24 $448.19 0
Nov 24 $402.67 1
Dec 24 $434.19 0
Jan 25 $465.70 0
Feb 25 $497.22 0
Mar 25 $525.23 1
Apr 25 $383.42 1
May 25 $500.72 1
Jun 25 $497.22 0
Jul 25 $493.71 0
Aug 25 $490.21 0
Sep 25 $486.71 0
Oct 25 $483.21 0
Nov 25 $479.71 0
Dec 25 $472.71 1
Jan 26 $430.69 3
Feb 26 $367.66 2
Mar 26 $441.19 1

Minifigures

This set contains 2 minifigures with a combined value of $30.79. None of the minifigures in this set are exclusive, meaning they all appear in other LEGO sets.

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Monthly sales

We have recorded 15 sales of the Shark's Crystal Cave set since May 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 Shark's Crystal Cave is $316.48

The 2 minifigures in this set make up 10% of the total set value.

The Aquashark 1 with Black Flippers minifigure is the most valuable minifigure in this set who contributes 6% of the set value .

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Set details

Name: Shark's Crystal Cave

Theme: Aquazone

Sub Theme: Aquasharks

Set number: 6190-1

Status: Retired

Retired for: 28 years, 5 months

Pieces: 258

Minifigures: 2

Released:
US Flag Jul 1, 1996
Retired:
US Flag Dec 31, 1997

Shelf life: 1 year, 6 months

RRP:
US Flag $49.99
GB Flag £-
EU Flag -€
PPP:
US Flag 0.194c
GB Flag -
EU Flag -

Set value

Confidence: Medium

Current value: $316.48

Increase from RRP: 533.1%

Yearly ROI: 18.8%

Where to buy

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Minifigures

Most expensive:
Aquashark 1 with Black Flippers
Least expensive:
Aquashark 2
% of set value:
10%

Set colors

The Shark's Crystal Cave has 258 pieces and is ranked 4340 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 1 x 2

Stats

Faded medal
4340th biggest LEGO set ever made
Gold medal
1st biggest LEGO Aquazone set
Faded medal
892nd most valuable LEGO set
Gold medal
1st most valuable LEGO Aquazone set

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is the LEGO Shark's Crystal Cave (6190-1) worth?

The LEGO Shark's Crystal Cave is currently worth $316.48 based on the average sale price over the last 6 months. The original retail price was $49.99.

How many pieces are in the LEGO Shark's Crystal Cave?

The LEGO Shark's Crystal Cave (6190-1) contains 258 pieces, making it the 4340th biggest LEGO set ever made.

Is the LEGO Shark's Crystal Cave retired?

Yes, the LEGO Shark's Crystal Cave has been retired. It was retired in December 1997 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 Shark's Crystal Cave?

The LEGO Shark's Crystal Cave contains 2 minifigures. The minifigures include: Aquashark 1 with Black Flippers, Aquashark 2.

When was the LEGO Shark's Crystal Cave released?

The LEGO Shark's Crystal Cave (6190-1) was released in July 1996 as part of the Aquazone theme.

Is the LEGO Shark's Crystal Cave a good investment?

Since retirement, the LEGO Shark's Crystal Cave has increased in value by 533.1% from its original retail price. That is a yearly return of approximately 18.8%.

Price data last updated: Mar 26

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