LEGO Stone Chopper (8956-1)
The Stone Chopper (8956-1) is a LEGO Power Miners set that was released in December 2008 and retired in December 2009 with a shelf life of 1 year 3 days.
This LEGO set has 32 pieces and had a RRP of $5.99 (£3.89 / -) which equates to a price per piece of 0.19c (0.12p / 0.00€). Since it retired it has grown in value by 624.2% and now has a value of $43.38 based on average sale price over the last 6 months.
Price over time
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| Month | Avg Price | Sales |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 22 | $31.54 | 2 |
| Feb 22 | $33.29 | 0 |
| Mar 22 | $35.04 | 0 |
| Apr 22 | $35.04 | 2 |
| May 22 | $56.07 | 1 |
| Jun 22 | $47.31 | 0 |
| Jul 22 | $38.55 | 0 |
| Aug 22 | $29.79 | 2 |
| Sep 22 | $42.05 | 2 |
| Oct 22 | $38.55 | 2 |
| Nov 22 | $54.32 | 1 |
| Dec 22 | $21.03 | 1 |
| Jan 23 | $45.56 | 2 |
| Feb 23 | $43.80 | 0 |
| Mar 23 | $42.05 | 0 |
| Apr 23 | $40.30 | 0 |
| May 23 | $38.55 | 0 |
| Jun 23 | $38.55 | 1 |
| Jul 23 | $43.80 | 0 |
| Aug 23 | $49.06 | 1 |
| Sep 23 | $57.82 | 1 |
| Oct 23 | $57.82 | 0 |
| Nov 23 | $57.82 | 0 |
| Dec 23 | $57.82 | 0 |
| Jan 24 | $57.82 | 0 |
| Feb 24 | $57.82 | 0 |
| Mar 24 | $61.33 | 1 |
| Apr 24 | $57.82 | 0 |
| May 24 | $54.32 | 0 |
| Jun 24 | $50.81 | 0 |
| Jul 24 | $47.31 | 0 |
| Aug 24 | $43.80 | 0 |
| Sep 24 | $40.30 | 0 |
| Oct 24 | $40.30 | 1 |
| Nov 24 | $38.55 | 0 |
| Dec 24 | $36.80 | 1 |
| Jan 25 | $40.30 | 0 |
| Feb 25 | $43.80 | 0 |
| Mar 25 | $49.06 | 1 |
| Apr 25 | $49.06 | 0 |
| May 25 | $49.06 | 0 |
| Jun 25 | $49.06 | 0 |
| Jul 25 | $49.06 | 0 |
| Aug 25 | $49.06 | 0 |
| Sep 25 | $49.06 | 0 |
| Oct 25 | $52.57 | 2 |
| Nov 25 | $59.57 | 1 |
| Dec 25 | $66.58 | 1 |
Minifigures
This set contains 2 minifigures with a combined value of $15.11. None of the minifigures in this set are exclusive, meaning they all appear in other LEGO sets.
Monthly sales
We have recorded 26 sales of the Stone Chopper set since Jan 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 Stone Chopper is $43.38
The 2 minifigures in this set make up 35% of the total set value.
The Rock Monster - Meltrox (Trans-Red) minifigure is the most valuable minifigure in this set who contributes 28% of the set value .
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Set details
Name: Stone Chopper
Theme: Power Miners
Set number: 8956-1
Status: Retired
Retired for: 16 years, 4 months
Pieces: 32
Minifigures: 2
Dec 28, 2008
Dec 28, 2008
Dec 31, 2009
Dec 31, 2009
Dec 31, 2009
Dec 31, 2009
Shelf life: 1 year, 1 month
$5.99
£3.89
-€
0.187c
0.122p
-
Set value
Confidence: High
Current value: $43.38
Increase from RRP: 624.2%
Yearly ROI: 38.2%
Minifigures
Set colors
The Stone Chopper has 32 pieces and is ranked 12132 on the list of biggest LEGO sets ever made.
The most common colour in this set is Lime
The most common part in this set is Plate, Round 1 x 1
Stats
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the LEGO Stone Chopper (8956-1) worth?
The LEGO Stone Chopper is currently worth $43.38 based on the average sale price over the last 6 months. The original retail price was $5.99.
How many pieces are in the LEGO Stone Chopper?
The LEGO Stone Chopper (8956-1) contains 32 pieces, making it the 12132nd biggest LEGO set ever made.
Is the LEGO Stone Chopper retired?
Yes, the LEGO Stone Chopper has been retired. It was retired in December 2009 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 Stone Chopper?
The LEGO Stone Chopper contains 2 minifigures. The minifigures include: Rock Monster - Meltrox (Trans-Red), Power Miner - Beard Stubble Guy.
When was the LEGO Stone Chopper released?
The LEGO Stone Chopper (8956-1) was released in December 2008 as part of the Power Miners theme.
Is the LEGO Stone Chopper a good investment?
Since retirement, the LEGO Stone Chopper has increased in value by 624.2% from its original retail price. That is a yearly return of approximately 38.2%.
Price data last updated: Dec 25
