Boy, Olive Green Jacket, Black Legs, Red Ushanka Hat

This minifigure is desirable due to its unique combination of parts, particularly the olive green jacket and the red Ushanka hat. These elements give it a distinct wintery look, making it a charming addition to any LEGO City or winter-themed display. The freckled face print adds to its appeal as a generic, relatable child character.

Collectors often seek out minifigures that can populate their LEGO towns and scenes, and this boy fits the bill perfectly. Its relative scarcity, appearing in only one set, further enhances its collectibility. The fact that the set is now retired also adds to its desirability, as it's no longer readily available at retail.

This minifigure is considered moderately rare due to its exclusive appearance in a single, now-retired set: the Winter Snowball Fight (40424-1) released in 2020. The limited availability of this set means the minifigure isn't as common as those found in multiple or larger production run sets. While not a limited edition or promotional item, its single set appearance does contribute to its desirability among collectors.

While not a major investment piece, this minifigure holds some investment potential. Its value is likely to appreciate slowly over time due to its exclusive parts and the retirement of its associated set. The ongoing demand for LEGO City figures and winter-themed sets should maintain interest in this minifigure. Its current value is still being tracked, but similar figures suggest it could see a modest increase as time passes and fewer sealed sets remain available.