Dive into Adventure!
Explore the Coral Reef

Join Alex in this vibrant Minecraft set, battling a Drowned Zombie for hidden treasure. A colorful underwater world awaits!

🏛 Minecraft
Set #21164

The Coral Reef

The Coral Reef is a delightful entry point into the LEGO Minecraft universe.

🏆 Best For: Perfect for young Minecraft fans or those new to LEGO building ⏱ 0.5 hr build 🧩 92 pcs
★★★★☆ 4.0

Fans appreciate the set's vibrant colors and accurate representation of the Minecraft coral reef. Some feel the set is a bit too small for the price, but overall it's considered a good value for younger builders and Minecraft enthusiasts.

📝 Our Take

The Coral Reef is a delightful entry point into the LEGO Minecraft universe. This small set perfectly captures the vibrant underwater world of the game, offering a quick and engaging build experience.

This set is perfect for younger Minecraft fans or those looking for a small, affordable LEGO set. It's a great introduction to LEGO building and the Minecraft theme, with colorful pieces and recognizable characters.

Skip this if you're looking for a challenging or complex LEGO build. With only 92 pieces, consider larger Minecraft sets like The First Night (21115-1) for a more involved project.

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🧱 Building Experience

🧩
92
Pieces
0.5h
Build Time
📊
Beginner
Difficulty
Build Highlights:
  • Simple and straightforward build
  • Uses bright and colorful pieces to represent the coral reef
  • Includes fun play features like hidden treasure
  • Great for creating underwater scenes

📈 Investment Analysis

→ Price stable
C+
Investment Grade
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The Coral Reef is a retired set from the popular Minecraft theme, which typically holds value well. Its low piece count and original MSRP limit its potential for exponential growth, but its affordability makes it attractive to collectors seeking complete Minecraft collections. The inclusion of the Drowned minifigure, while not exclusive, adds a bit of appeal. As a retired set, its value is likely to gradually increase, but don't expect it to skyrocket. Keep in mind that fluctuations in the broader LEGO market can impact its value.

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Compare Similar Sets

The Coral Reef is a smaller, more affordable option compared to larger Minecraft sets like The Abandoned Mine (21166-1). It's a good choice for younger builders or those looking for a quick and easy build. While larger sets offer more complex building techniques and play features, The Coral Reef provides a simple and accessible entry point into the Minecraft LEGO world.

2 Minifigures Included

The set includes an Alex minifigure and a Drowned zombie. The Drowned is a nice addition for Minecraft fans looking to expand their collection of hostile mobs.

📦 Full Parts Inventory - 31 unique parts • 80 total pieces

Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud with Groove and Inside Stud Holder (Jumper) Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 15573 Tan
Weapon Sword Blocky Weapon Sword Blocky
Part #: 18787 Pearl Gold
Plant, Flower, Plate Round 1 x 1 with 5 Petals Plant, Flower, Pl...
Part #: 24866 Bright Green
Plant, Flower, Plate Round 1 x 1 with 5 Petals Plant, Flower, Pl...
Part #: 24866 Dark Pink
Plant, Flower, Plate Round 1 x 1 with 5 Petals Plant, Flower, Pl...
Part #: 24866 Yellow
Plant, Flower, Plate Round 1 x 1 with 5 Petals Plant, Flower, Pl...
Part #: 24866 Light Aqua
Brick 2 x 4 Brick 2 x 4
Part #: 3001 Yellow
Brick 2 x 4 Brick 2 x 4
Part #: 3001 Blue
Brick 2 x 4 Brick 2 x 4
Part #: 3001 Red
Brick 2 x 2 Brick 2 x 2
Part #: 3003 Dark Bluish Gray
Brick 2 x 2 Brick 2 x 2
Part #: 3003 Yellow
Brick 2 x 2 Brick 2 x 2
Part #: 3003 Blue
Brick 2 x 2 Brick 2 x 2
Part #: 3003 Red
Brick 1 x 1 Brick 1 x 1
Part #: 3005 Olive Green
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 Tan
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 Yellow
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 Tan
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 Yellow
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 Bright Light Orange
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 Blue
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 Red
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Bright Pink
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Dark Pink
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Dark Azure
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Medium Azure
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Tan
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Bright Light Orange
Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
Part #: 3024 Bright Light Orange
Brick Round 1 x 1 Open Stud Brick Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 3062b Lime
Brick Round 1 x 1 Open Stud Brick Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 3062b Trans-Clear
Tile 2 x 2 with Pixelated Face, Black Eyes print Tile 2 x 2 with P...
Part #: 3068bpr0486 Tan
Tile 1 x 1 with Pixelated Face, Black Eyes print Tile 1 x 1 with P...
Part #: 3070bpr0242 Tan
Technic Axle 5 Technic Axle 5
Part #: 32073 Yellow
Technic Brick 1 x 2 [1 Pin Hole] Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 3700 Red
Technic Bush Technic Bush
Part #: 3713 Red
Plate 2 x 6 Plate 2 x 6
Part #: 3795 Red
Brick Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole Brick Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 3941 Yellow
Plate 6 x 6 Plate 6 x 6
Part #: 3958 Tan
Plate 6 x 6 Plate 6 x 6
Part #: 3958 Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Axle Connector Double Flexible [Rubber] Technic Axle Conn...
Part #: 45590 Black
Plant, Flower 2 x 2 Leaves - Angular Plant, Flower 2 x...
Part #: 4727 Bright Green
Brick Special 1 x 1 Studs on 4 Sides Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 4733 White
Treasure Chest Bottom with Rear Slots, No Groove Treasure Chest Bo...
Part #: 4738c Medium Nougat
Treasure Chest Lid [Thick Hinge] Treasure Chest Li...
Part #: 4739a Medium Nougat
Slope 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Slope 30° 1 x 1 x...
Part #: 54200 Tan
Slope 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Slope 30° 1 x 1 x...
Part #: 54200 Medium Blue
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Dark Turquoise
Animal, Fish [Hollow Stud Mouth] Animal, Fish [Hol...
Part #: 64648 Orange
Brick Special 1 x 2 x 1 2/3 with 8 Studs on 3 Sides Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 67329 White
Tile 2 x 4 with Groove Tile 2 x 4 with G...
Part #: 87079 Tan
Plate Special 2 x 2 with Groove and Center Stud (Jumper) Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 87580 Yellow
Plate Special 2 x 2 with Groove and Center Stud (Jumper) Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 87580 Blue
Plate Special 2 x 2 with Groove and Center Stud (Jumper) Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 87580 Red
Tile Round 1 x 1 with Pixelated Nautilus/Ammonite print Tile Round 1 x 1 ...
Part #: 98138pr0088 Tan
The set features a variety of colorful elements suitable for building underwater scenes, including lime green round bricks and medium blue cheese slopes. The tan 6x6 plates provide a good base for MOC builders.

🛒 Where to Buy

Brick Owl
✓ In Stock
$9.00
Atlanta Brick Co
✓ In Stock
$14.99
eBay
Amazon

💎 Notable Parts

Lime Brick Round 1 x 1 Open Stud (4x) $0.20
Medium Blue Slope 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) (4x) $0.20
Bright Light Orange Plate 1 x 2 (3x) $0.15
Light Aqua Plant, Flower, Plate Round 1 x 1 with 5 Petals (2x) $0.30
Olive Green Brick 1 x 1 (2x) $0.10
Est. BrickLink Part Value
$0.95

💡 MOC Potential

🌳 Expand the reef into a larger underwater scene
🏙 Integrate into a larger Minecraft village layout
🚢 Create a shipwreck scene for the Drowned minifigure

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Charts Inventory Statistics

31
Unique Parts
80
Total Pieces
2
Minifigures
Inventory Version: 1