When was the Snowglobe released?

Snowglobe was released in 2016.

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🏛 Christmas

Set #40223

Snowglobe

The Snowglobe is a charming and festive display piece.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Beginner build Perfect for LEGO fans of all ages who love Christmas-themed sets and enjoy building small, decorative models.
Build: 215 pieces · about 2 hours Build time is an estimate.
Availability: Likely retired

★★★★☆ 4.2 AI-generated review score, not a customer rating

Fans appreciate the Snowglobe's charming design and festive appeal, making it a delightful holiday decoration. Some find the build repetitive, but the final result is generally well-received as a visually pleasing display piece.

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📝 Our Take

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The Snowglobe is a charming and festive display piece. Released in 2016 as a Christmas-themed set, it captures the holiday spirit with its intricate design and classic snow globe aesthetic, making it a delightful addition to any LEGO collection.

This set is perfect for LEGO enthusiasts who enjoy seasonal builds and holiday decorations. With a manageable piece count and clear instructions, it offers a relaxing and enjoyable building experience, suitable for both novice and experienced builders looking to add a touch of Christmas cheer to their homes.

Skip this if you prefer more action-oriented sets or those with higher play value. While visually appealing, the Snowglobe is primarily a display model; consider the Winter Village sets like 10293-1 Santa's Visit for interactive play features.

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🧱 Building Experience

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215

Pieces

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Estimated Build Time

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Beginner

Difficulty

Build Highlights:

Unique construction techniques for creating the spherical globe shape
Intricate detailing of the Christmas scene inside the snow globe
Use of transparent panels to simulate the snow globe effect
Festive color scheme and charming design

📈 Investment Analysis

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Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

The LEGO Snowglobe set, released in 2016, presents a moderate investment opportunity. As a retired Christmas-themed set, it benefits from the consistent demand for seasonal LEGO items. Its relatively low piece count and original retail price point make it accessible to a broad range of collectors. However, its investment potential is somewhat limited by its availability and the presence of other attractive Christmas sets. While it may appreciate over time, returns are unlikely to be substantial. Monitor market trends and consider purchasing if available at a reasonable price.

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⚖ Compare Similar Sets

Compared to other Christmas-themed sets like the Winter Village series, the Snowglobe offers a smaller, more compact display option. While sets like 10293-1 Santa's Visit provide a more elaborate building experience and play features, the Snowglobe's unique design and manageable size make it an attractive alternative for collectors with limited space or those seeking a quick and satisfying build.

1 Minifigure Included

Santa

5 parts

B+

The set includes a Santa minifigure, adding to the festive theme and providing a classic character for the snow globe scene.

📦 Parts Inventory

Piece count: 215
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 38 unique parts, 210 pieces
Minifigures: 1

The piece count includes the 5 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. 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.

Plate Round Half ...

Part #: 18646 2× Dark Tan

Dish 8 x 8 Invert...

Part #: 18859 1× Trans-Clear

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 22885 4× Light Bluish Gray

Plant, Leaves 4 x 3

Part #: 2423 4× Green

Tile 1 x 4 with G...

Part #: 2431 2× Dark Red

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 2653 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 1× Reddish Brown

Window 1 x 2 x 2 ...

Part #: 30044 4× Dark Green

Window 1 x 2 x 2 ...

Part #: 30046 3× Pearl Gold

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 8× Dark Red

Brick 1 x 6

Part #: 3009 1× Yellow

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 5× Yellow

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 3× Green

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 4× Green

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 3× Reddish Brown

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 2× Lime

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 8× Dark Red

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 2× Orange

Plate 4 x 8

Part #: 3035 4× White

Panel 4 x 4 x 6 Q...

Part #: 30562 4× Trans-Clear

Brick Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 3062b 8× Green

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 1× White

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 32028 4× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Axle 2 No...

Part #: 32062 1× Red

Plant, Flower, Pl...

Part #: 33291 2× Bright Light Blue

Plant, Flower, Pl...

Part #: 33291 4× Green

Brick Arch 1 x 4

Part #: 3659 4× Tan

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 3× Dark Red

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 2× Dark Red

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 4× Green

Brick Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 3941 1× Yellow

Plate 6 x 6

Part #: 3958 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 4032a 2× Green

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 60475b 2× Tan

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 60478 2× White

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 8× White

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 16× Red

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 14× Pearl Gold

Equipment Telesco...

Part #: 64644 2× Dark Brown

Flame / Headwear ...

Part #: 64647 2× Trans-Orange

Tile 1 x 6 with G...

Part #: 6636 2× Dark Red

Tile 1 x 6 with G...

Part #: 6636 3× Light Bluish Gray

Window 1 x 2 x 2 ...

Part #: 94161 1× Reddish Brown

Tile Round 1 x 1

Part #: 98138 2× Trans-Dark Blue

Tile Round 1 x 1

Part #: 98138 3× Trans-Orange

Tile Round 1 x 1

Part #: 98138 3× Trans-Yellow

Tile Round 1 x 1

Part #: 98138 14× White

Tile Round 1 x 1

Part #: 98138 5× Trans-Red

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 98283 25× Dark Red

The set features a good selection of Dark Red and Green elements, useful for creating Christmas-themed MOCs. The Trans-Clear panels are particularly valuable for simulating the snow globe effect.

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💎 Notable Parts

Dark Red Brick Special 1 x 2 with Masonry Brick Profile (25x) $3.75

Pearl Gold Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud (14x) $2.10

Trans-Clear Panel 4 x 4 x 6 Quarter Cylinder (4x) $6.00

Dark Green Window 1 x 2 x 2 2/3 with Rounded Top (4x) $1.60

Green Plant, Flower, Plate Round 1 x 1 with 4 Petals (4x) $0.80

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$14.25

💡 MOC Potential

🌳 Create different seasonal scenes inside the globe (e.g., Halloween, Easter)

🏛 Rebuild the globe to feature a miniature cityscape or famous landmark

🏰 Design a winter castle scene inside the snowglobe

Community Insights

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What Reddit Says

No Reddit discussions found for this set.

What YouTubers Say

Based on 10 videos

3.0 /5

Mixed

0% positive

BlockTalk AI

The LEGO Snowglobe 40223 receives mixed sentiment overall, with reviews generally neutral. While some consider it a cute build and a good parts pack, there's no strong consensus of overwhelming positivity or negativity among the community.

LEGO Snowglobe 40223 - Let's Build!

PeteCorp • 583.4K views Review

Community Sentiment

Based on 10 YouTube reviews

Not enough Reddit data

YouTube

3.0 /5

Mixed

0% positive

Positive

Mixed

Critical

BlockTalk AI Analysis

What the Community Says

1 YouTube reviews

BlockTalk AI Summary

PeteCorp describes the Snowglobe as "super cute", highlighting the red brick elements and its value as a parts pack. The set was originally offered as a free gift with a $99 purchase.