When was the Name Sign released?

Name Sign was released in 2019.

🏛 Friends

Set #40360

Name Sign

The Name Sign set is a delightful little customizable display piece.

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Who it's for: Beginner build Perfect for kids and casual LEGO fans who enjoy creative, customizable builds.
Build: 91 pieces · about 1 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $9.99 list price · 11.0¢ per piece
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★☆☆☆ 2.5 community rating from 6 ratings

Fans appreciate the Name Sign for its customizable nature and vibrant colors, making it a fun and personalizable gift. However, some find the overall design simple and the piece count low for the price.

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📝 Our Take

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The Name Sign set is a delightful little customizable display piece. Its bright colors and simple construction make it a fun and accessible LEGO experience, perfect for adding a personal touch to any space.

This set is perfect for young LEGO enthusiasts and those looking for a quick, creative project. The ability to personalize the sign with different names or messages adds a unique and engaging element.

Skip this if you're looking for a complex or challenging build experience. Those seeking intricate models should explore sets from the Creator Expert or Technic lines instead.

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Difficulty

Build Highlights:

Easy-to-follow instructions suitable for young builders
Creative use of colorful tiles to personalize the sign
Simple techniques for attaching and rearranging letters
Compact and displayable final model

📈 Investment Analysis

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Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

The Name Sign set, while retired, isn't likely to become a major investment piece. Its low piece count and original retail price limit its potential for significant appreciation. However, its appeal as a customizable and nostalgic item might lead to a slow but steady increase in value, especially if kept sealed. The Friends theme generally holds some value, but this set lacks the exclusivity or unique elements to make it a standout investment.

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⚖ Compare Similar Sets

Summer Fun Water Park

Compared to other Friends sets, the Name Sign offers a unique customizable element that many others lack. While sets like the Friends Summer Fun Water Park (41430-1) provide more elaborate play features, the Name Sign's personalization aspect makes it a distinctive choice. It may also appeal to those who enjoy building LEGO mosaics or pixel art.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 91
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 26 unique parts, 91 pieces

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

Tile Special 2 x ...

Part #: 11203 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Round 6 x 6...

Part #: 11213 2× Light Bluish Gray

Tile, Star with S...

Part #: 11609 2× Pearl Gold

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 14418 2× Light Bluish Gray

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 15712 3× Pearl Gold

Plate Special Rou...

Part #: 18674 3× White

Plate Round Corne...

Part #: 18980 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Round Half ...

Part #: 22888 1× Bright Light Orange

Plate Round Half ...

Part #: 22888 2× White

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 22890 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Wedge Plate 2 x 2...

Part #: 26601 4× Magenta

Tile 4 x 4 Curved...

Part #: 27507 6× Dark Turquoise

Tile 2 x 2 Curved...

Part #: 27925 2× Magenta

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 5× Magenta

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 2× Dark Turquoise

Tile 2 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3068b 16× Light Aqua

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 2× Dark Turquoise

Plate Special 3 x...

Part #: 3176 2× White

Plate Special 3 x...

Part #: 3176 4× Bright Light Orange

Plate 1 x 8

Part #: 3460 1× Black

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 3× Black

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 2× Magenta

Equipment Magic Wand

Part #: 6124 1× Trans-Neon Green

Equipment Magic Wand

Part #: 6124 2× Trans-Dark Pink

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 4× Trans-Bright Green

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 2× Trans-Dark Pink

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 2× Trans-Yellow

Plate 8 x 16

Part #: 92438 1× White

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 92593 3× Magenta

🧱 Sticker Sheet for...

Part #: 50241 3× [No Color/Any Color]

The set provides a good selection of tiles in Light Aqua, Dark Turquoise, and Magenta, useful for adding colorful details to MOCs or creating mosaic-style builds. The curved macaroni tiles and wedge plates offer unique shaping possibilities.