LEGO Dragon of the East Palace (80049-1)
The Dragon of the East Palace (80049-1) is a LEGO Monkie Kid set that was released in May 2023 and retired in December 2024 with a shelf life of 1 year and 7 months 28 days.
This LEGO set has 2,364 pieces and had a RRP of $189.99 (£169.99 / 189.99€) which equates to a price per piece of 0.08c (0.07p / 0.08€). Since it retired it has grown in value by 37.2% and now has a value of $260.76 based on average sale price over the last 6 months.
Price over time
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| Month | Avg Price | Sales |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 23 | $250.36 | 1 |
| Jan 24 | $253.86 | 0 |
| Feb 24 | $257.36 | 0 |
| Mar 24 | $260.86 | 0 |
| Apr 24 | $262.61 | 1 |
| May 24 | $257.36 | 0 |
| Jun 24 | $252.11 | 0 |
| Jul 24 | $246.86 | 0 |
| Aug 24 | $245.11 | 1 |
| Sep 24 | $255.61 | 0 |
| Oct 24 | $266.12 | 0 |
| Nov 24 | $274.87 | 2 |
| Dec 24 | $260.86 | 3 |
| Jan 25 | $283.62 | 1 |
| Feb 25 | $283.62 | 3 |
| Mar 25 | $339.65 | 1 |
| Apr 25 | $306.38 | 2 |
| May 25 | $336.15 | 3 |
| Jun 25 | $281.87 | 0 |
| Jul 25 | $229.35 | 1 |
| Aug 25 | $210.09 | 2 |
| Sep 25 | $241.60 | 1 |
| Oct 25 | $327.39 | 1 |
| Nov 25 | $455.20 | 1 |
| Dec 25 | $353.65 | 0 |
| Jan 26 | $253.86 | 1 |
Minifigures
This set contains 9 minifigures with a combined value of $72.05. 8 of the minifigures in this set are exclusive, meaning they don't appear in any other LEGO sets.
Monthly sales
We have recorded 25 sales of the Dragon of the East Palace set since Dec 23. 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 Dragon of the East Palace is $260.76
The 9 minifigures in this set make up 28% of the total set value.
The Dragon of the East - Legs, Dark Turquoise Cape minifigure is the most valuable minifigure in this set who contributes 5% of the set value .
My collection
Set details
Name: Dragon of the East Palace
Theme: Monkie Kid
Set number: 80049-1
Status: Retired
Retired for: 1 year, 5 months
Pieces: 2,364
Minifigures: 9
May 3, 2023
May 3, 2023
May 3, 2023
May 4, 2023
Dec 31, 2024
Dec 31, 2024
Dec 31, 2024
Dec 31, 2024
Shelf life: 1 year, 8 months
$189.99
£169.99
189.99€
0.080c
0.072p
0.080€
Set value
Confidence: Medium
Current value: $260.76
Increase from RRP: 37.2%
Yearly ROI: 26.3%
Set rating
This set has been given an average rating of 4.0 / 10 based on 3 ratings. Below is a breakdown of the votes.
Minifigures
Set colors
The Dragon of the East Palace has 2364 pieces and is ranked 196 on the list of biggest LEGO sets ever made.
The most common colour in this set is White
The most common part in this set is Plate 1 x 2
Stats
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the LEGO Dragon of the East Palace (80049-1) worth?
The LEGO Dragon of the East Palace is currently worth $260.76 based on the average sale price over the last 6 months. The original retail price was $189.99.
How many pieces are in the LEGO Dragon of the East Palace?
The LEGO Dragon of the East Palace (80049-1) contains 2,364 pieces, making it the 196th biggest LEGO set ever made.
Is the LEGO Dragon of the East Palace retired?
Yes, the LEGO Dragon of the East Palace has been retired. It was retired in December 2024 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 Dragon of the East Palace?
The LEGO Dragon of the East Palace contains 9 minifigures, 8 of which are exclusive to this set. The minifigures include: Dragon of the East - Legs, Dark Turquoise Cape, Crab General, Shrimp Soldier, Turtle Minister, Monkey King - Yellow Robe.
When was the LEGO Dragon of the East Palace released?
The LEGO Dragon of the East Palace (80049-1) was released in May 2023 as part of the Monkie Kid theme.
Is the LEGO Dragon of the East Palace a good investment?
Since retirement, the LEGO Dragon of the East Palace has increased in value by 37.2% from its original retail price. That is a yearly return of approximately 26.3%.
Price data last updated: Jan 26
