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This set is recommended for ages 16+.

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🏛 Creator Expert

Set #10253

Big Ben

Big Ben is a stunning tribute to London's iconic landmark.

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Who it's for: Ages 16+ · Advanced build Experienced LEGO builders and architecture enthusiasts
Build: 4,163 pieces · about 20 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $249.99 list price · 6.0¢ per piece
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★★★☆ 4.2 community rating from 335 ratings

Fans praise the set's stunning accuracy to the real Big Ben and the challenging, immersive building experience. Criticisms often mention the repetitive nature of the build due to the intricate detailing and the high price point when it was originally released.

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📝 Our Take

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Big Ben is a stunning tribute to London's iconic landmark. Standing at nearly 2 feet tall, this LEGO Creator Expert model captures the neo-gothic architecture with impressive accuracy. The level of detail, from the ornate facade to the functioning clock, makes this a rewarding build and a captivating display piece.

This set is perfect for experienced LEGO builders and architecture enthusiasts. With over 4,000 pieces, it offers a challenging and immersive building experience. The finished model is a conversation starter and a beautiful addition to any collection.

Skip this if you're looking for play features or have limited patience for repetitive building. The intricate detailing involves many similar elements, which can be tedious for some. Consider the LEGO Eiffel Tower for a more modern architectural build.

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4,163

Pieces

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20h

Estimated Build Time

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Advanced

Difficulty

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60cm × 44cm × 20cm

Dimensions

Build Highlights:

Intricate facade detailing with numerous tan elements
Challenging techniques used to create the neo-gothic architecture
Working clock mechanism with adjustable hands
Detailed interior rooms and features

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⏳ Retired

The LEGO Big Ben (10253) is a retired Creator Expert set that has shown significant appreciation since its release. Its high piece count, intricate design, and status as an architectural landmark contribute to its desirability among collectors. As a retired set, its value is likely to continue to increase, especially in sealed condition. However, like all investments, there are risks. Economic downturns and shifts in collector preferences could impact its future value.

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📖 About This Set

Build the world’s best-known clock tower!

Recreate one of London’s best-known landmarks with the amazing LEGO® Creator Expert Big Ben set. This highly-detailed model captures the grandeur of the 96-meter neo-gothic styled Elizabeth Tower with the adjoining east wing of the Palace of Westminster, and features a sculptural facade with windows, statues and shields, the iconic clock tower with its golden spires and intricate detailing, the Ayrton Light, and 4 beautifully crafted clock dials with movable hour and minute hands. Remove the top of the tower and you’ll find the Big Ben bell! A grass area, tree and sidewalk depicting the building’s location add the finishing touch to this magnificent model.

Big Ben features a detailed section of the Westminster Palace and the adjoining Elizabeth Tower, 4 detailed clock dials with movable hour and minutes hands, and a sidewalk, tree and grass area depicting the building’s location.
Remove the top of the tower to access the Big Ben bell.
Put your LEGO® building skills to the test!
Special elements include 4 printed clock faces.
Rare elements include ski poles, flowers and corner plates in molded gold color, and tinted-translucent elements.
This set includes over 4,000 LEGO® pieces.
This set offers an age-appropriate building experience for ages 16+.
Big Ben measures over 23” (60cm) high, 17” (44cm) wide and 7” (20cm) deep.

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The Big Ben set competes with other large-scale architectural models like the Eiffel Tower (10307) and the Taj Mahal (10256). Big Ben offers a more intricate and detailed building experience with a focus on neo-gothic architecture, while the Eiffel Tower provides a taller and more modern display piece. The Taj Mahal offers a different architectural style with a focus on symmetry. Collectors might choose Big Ben for its historical significance and challenging build.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 4,163
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 140 unique parts, 4,167 pieces

LEGO counts 4,163 pieces. This inventory comes from a separate parts catalog and lists 4,167; the two do not always count the same elements, so their totals differ. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

Missing a piece? Check this set piece by piece, with look-alike colors flagged and element IDs for replacements.

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Plate 2 x 16

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Technic Axle 32

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Microfig [Plain]

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Brick Special 1 x...

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Bar 3L

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Plate Special 1 x...

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Bar 3L with Handl...

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Plate 16 x 16

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Plate 8 x 16

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Plate 8 x 16

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Brick Arch 1 x 6 ...

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Panel 1 x 2 x 1 w...

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Brick and Axle Se...

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Part #: 98560 10× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 99206 2× White

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 99206 3× Light Bluish Gray

Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...

Part #: 99780 18× Black

Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...

Part #: 99781 18× Black

The set is a great source of tan elements, particularly the Tan Plate Special 1 x 2 with Door Rail, ideal for architectural MOCs. The abundance of Trans-Brown bricks is also useful for creating window effects.

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💎 Notable Parts

Trans-Brown Brick 1 x 1 (380x) $19.00

Tan Plate Special 1 x 2 with Door Rail (276x) $13.80

Reddish Brown Brick Special 1 x 1 with Stud on 1 Side (82x) $4.10

Dark Bluish Gray Tile 1 x 2 with Groove (70x) $3.50

Dark Bluish Gray Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud with Groove and Inside Stud Holder (Jumper) (65x) $5.00

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$45.40

💡 MOC Potential

🏛 Expand the base into a full London street scene with modular buildings

⛪ Rebuild into a gothic cathedral inspired by European architecture

🏙 Integrate into a larger LEGO city layout as a central landmark

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Justin And The City's review praises the detailed facade and functional clock mechanism of the LEGO Big Ben set, but mentions the repetitive build process. TD BRICKS highlights the innovative use of ski pole elements and also appreciates the functional clock, while noting the absence of interior details.