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LEGO Death Star (75159-1)

The Death Star (75159-1) is a LEGO Star Wars set that was released in October 2016 and retired in December 2020 with a shelf life of 4 years and 2 months 30 days.

This LEGO set has 4,024 pieces and had a RRP of $499.99 (£409.99 / 487.39€) which equates to a price per piece of 0.12c (0.10p / 0.12€). Since it retired it has grown in value by 123.3% and now has a value of $1,116.28 based on average sale price over the last 6 months.

Price over time

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Month Avg Price Sales
Dec 21 $1,078.47 3
Jan 22 $1,104.73 6
Feb 22 $997.93 1
Mar 22 $962.92 4
Apr 22 $985.68 3
May 22 $1,113.48 12
Jun 22 $1,097.73 9
Jul 22 $1,029.45 8
Aug 22 $1,176.51 4
Sep 22 $1,157.25 7
Oct 22 $1,265.80 10
Nov 22 $1,281.56 8
Dec 22 $1,339.33 11
Jan 23 $1,344.58 13
Feb 23 $1,428.62 2
Mar 23 $1,234.29 1
Apr 23 $1,299.06 5
May 23 $1,318.32 5
Jun 23 $1,426.87 3
Jul 23 $1,390.10 2
Aug 23 $1,314.82 4
Sep 23 $1,297.31 2
Oct 23 $1,250.04 3
Nov 23 $1,563.43 3
Dec 23 $1,349.84 3
Jan 24 $1,155.50 7
Feb 24 $1,236.04 3
Mar 24 $884.13 2
Apr 24 $1,271.05 7
May 24 $1,355.09 2
Jun 24 $1,311.32 4
Jul 24 $1,330.58 0
Aug 24 $1,348.09 3
Sep 24 $1,123.99 3
Oct 24 $1,412.86 2
Nov 24 $1,355.09 6
Dec 24 $1,514.41 6
Jan 25 $842.12 4
Feb 25 $1,008.44 0
Mar 25 $1,174.76 1
Apr 25 $1,001.43 4
May 25 $1,419.87 4
Jun 25 $1,297.31 10
Jul 25 $1,481.14 5
Aug 25 $1,409.36 6
Sep 25 $2,148.18 3
Oct 25 $1,509.16 2
Nov 25 $1,724.50 2
Dec 25 $1,510.91 5
Jan 26 $1,285.06 4
Feb 26 $1,521.41 1

Monthly sales

We have recorded 228 sales of the Death Star 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 Death Star is $1,116.28

The 23 minifigures in this set make up 39% of the total set value.

The Grand Moff Wilhuff Tarkin - Swept Back Hair minifigure is the most valuable minifigure in this set who contributes 10% of the set value .

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Set details

Name: Death Star

Theme: Star Wars

Sub Theme: Ultimate Collector Series

Set number: 75159-1

Status: Retired

Retired for: 5 years, 5 months

Pieces: 4,024

Minifigures: 23

Released:
US Flag Oct 1, 2016
UK Flag Oct 1, 2016
CA Flag Oct 1, 2016
EU Flag Oct 2, 2016
Retired:
US Flag Dec 31, 2020
UK Flag Dec 31, 2020
CA Flag Dec 31, 2020
EU Flag Dec 31, 2020

Shelf life: 4 years, 3 months

RRP:
US Flag $499.99
GB Flag £409.99
EU Flag 487.39€
PPP:
US Flag 0.124c
GB Flag 0.102p
EU Flag 0.121€

Set value

Confidence: High

Current value: $1,116.28

Increase from RRP: 123.3%

Yearly ROI: 22.8%

Set rating

This set has been given an average rating of 7.1 / 10 based on 14 ratings. Below is a breakdown of the votes.

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Where to buy

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Minifigures

Most expensive:
Grand Moff Wilhuff Tarkin - Swept Back Hair
Least expensive:
Mouse Droid (MSE-6-series Repair Droid) - Black / Dark Bluish Gray
% of set value:
39%

Set colors

The Death Star has 4024 pieces and is ranked 52 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 Brick 1 x 2

Stats

Faded medal
52nd biggest LEGO set ever made
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9th biggest LEGO Star Wars set
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122nd most valuable LEGO set
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24th most valuable LEGO Star Wars set

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is the LEGO Death Star (75159-1) worth?

The LEGO Death Star is currently worth $1,116.28 based on the average sale price over the last 6 months. The original retail price was $499.99.

How many pieces are in the LEGO Death Star?

The LEGO Death Star (75159-1) contains 4,024 pieces, making it the 52nd biggest LEGO set ever made.

Is the LEGO Death Star retired?

Yes, the LEGO Death Star has been retired. It was retired in December 2020 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 Death Star?

The LEGO Death Star contains 23 minifigures, 9 of which are exclusive to this set. The minifigures include: Grand Moff Wilhuff Tarkin - Swept Back Hair, Imperial Navy Officer (Lieutenant / Security, Stormtrooper Captain), Imperial Officer - Light Bluish Gray Uniform, Astromech Droid, Imperial, Blue, Death Star Droid.

When was the LEGO Death Star released?

The LEGO Death Star (75159-1) was released in October 2016 as part of the Star Wars theme.

Is the LEGO Death Star a good investment?

Since retirement, the LEGO Death Star has increased in value by 123.3% from its original retail price. That is a yearly return of approximately 22.8%.

Price data last updated: Feb 26

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