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Relive the magic of Pirates of the Caribbean with this detailed 805-piece LEGO set. Featuring 6 minifigures, it's perfect for collectors and swashbuckling fans alike!

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LEGO Black Pearl set 4184
🏛 Pirates of the Caribbean
Set #4184

Black Pearl

The Black Pearl is an iconic LEGO Pirates of the Caribbean set.

🏆 Best For: Perfect for teens and adults who are fans of Pirates of the Caribbean and enjoy ship models. ⏱ 4.5 hr build 🧩 805 pcs
★★★★☆ 4.6

The Black Pearl is highly praised for its accurate representation of the ship from the movies and the inclusion of key characters. Some criticize the set's stability and the complexity of the sail construction.

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📝 Our Take

The Black Pearl is an iconic LEGO Pirates of the Caribbean set. Capturing the distinct look of Jack Sparrow's ship with its tattered sails and unique hull design, this set provides a rewarding building experience and a striking display piece.

This set is perfect for Pirates of the Caribbean fans and LEGO ship enthusiasts. The detailed minifigures and intricate design make it a standout addition to any collection, offering both play and display value.

Skip this if you prefer larger, more detailed LEGO ships or are on a tight budget. While impressive, consider the newer, larger pirate ship sets for a more elaborate build, or smaller sets for a more affordable option.

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🧱 Building Experience

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805
Pieces
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4.5h
Build Time
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Intermediate
Difficulty
Build Highlights:
  • Unique hull design captures the Black Pearl's distinctive shape
  • Intricate sail construction adds a realistic touch
  • Detailed interior sections provide play features
  • Display stand allows for showcasing the completed model

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The Black Pearl (4184-1) presents a solid investment opportunity due to its status as a retired set from a popular licensed theme. Its piece count and the inclusion of desirable minifigures like Jack Sparrow and Davy Jones contribute to its collectibility. While the initial price point may have been a barrier for some, the set's rarity and appeal to both LEGO and Pirates of the Caribbean fans drive its value in the secondary market. Like any LEGO investment, market fluctuations and condition play a role, but the Black Pearl remains a sought-after set with strong appreciation potential.

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7 Minifigures Included

Captain Jack Sparrow with Open Jacket
Captain Jack Sparrow with Open Jacket
4 parts
B+
Maccus
Maccus
4 parts
Joshamee Gibbs
Joshamee Gibbs
4 parts
B
Davy Jones
Davy Jones
5 parts
A
Bootstrap Bill
Bootstrap Bill
4 parts
Will Turner
Will Turner
4 parts
B+
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Black Figurehead
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The Black Pearl includes several exclusive and highly sought-after minifigures, such as Davy Jones and Maccus, making this set a treasure for minifigure collectors.
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📦 Full Parts Inventory - 142 unique parts • 749 total pieces

Flag 2 x 2 Square, Flat Clip Edge [Thick Clips] Flag 2 x 2 Square...
Part #: 11055 7× Black
String with End Studs 11L Overall String with End S...
Part #: 14226c11 2× Black
Brick 2 x 2 Corner Brick 2 x 2 Corner
Part #: 2357 2× Reddish Brown
Tile 1 x 4 with Groove Tile 1 x 4 with G...
Part #: 2431 5× Reddish Brown
Tile 1 x 4 with Groove Tile 1 x 4 with G...
Part #: 2431 3× Dark Brown
Slope Inverted 75° 2 x 1 x 3 Slope Inverted 75...
Part #: 2449 4× Black
Barrel 2 x 2 x 2 Barrel 2 x 2 x 2
Part #: 2489 1× Dark Brown
Launcher Base, Weapon Cannon Base 2 x 4 Launcher Base, We...
Part #: 2527 2× Reddish Brown
Weapon Sword / Cutlass Weapon Sword / Cu...
Part #: 2530 6× Dark Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2 Side Handle [Free Ends] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 2540 10× Dark Bluish Gray
Weapon Gun / Pistol Flintlock Weapon Gun / Pist...
Part #: 2562 2× Reddish Brown
Bar, 4 Top Bars, Palm Tree Top Bar, 4 Top Bars, ...
Part #: 2566 3× Black
Plate Round 2 x 2 with Rounded Bottom [Boat Stud] Plate Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 2654 14× Tan
Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots Technic Pin with ...
Part #: 2780 17× Black
Plate Special 2 x 2 with 2 Pin Holes Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 2817 4× Black
Brick 2 x 4 Brick 2 x 4
Part #: 3001 4× Black
Brick 2 x 3 Brick 2 x 3
Part #: 3002 2× Black
Brick 2 x 2 Brick 2 x 2
Part #: 3003 24× Black
Brick 2 x 2 Brick 2 x 2
Part #: 3003 2× White
Window 1 x 2 x 2 2/3 with Rounded Top Window 1 x 2 x 2 ...
Part #: 30044 6× Light Bluish Gray
Window 1 x 2 x 2 2/3 Pane Lattice Diamond with Rounded Top Window 1 x 2 x 2 ...
Part #: 30046 6× Pearl Gold
Brick 1 x 1 Brick 1 x 1
Part #: 3005 32× Black
Brick 2 x 8 Brick 2 x 8
Part #: 3007 1× Light Bluish Gray
Brick 1 x 6 Brick 1 x 6
Part #: 3009 4× Black
Brick 1 x 4 Brick 1 x 4
Part #: 3010 3× Reddish Brown
Headwear Accessory Plume / Feathers with Pin Headwear Accessor...
Part #: 30126 1× Dark Bluish Gray
Stairs 7 x 4 x 6 Straight Open Stairs 7 x 4 x 6 ...
Part #: 30134 2× Black
Brick Special 1 x 2 Palisade [aka Log] Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 30136 30× Black
Box / Crate with Handholds 3 x 4 x 1 2/3 Box / Crate with ...
Part #: 30150 1× Reddish Brown
Equipment Sextant Equipment Sextant
Part #: 30154 1× Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 2× Reddish Brown
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 11× Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 14× Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 17× Black
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 6× Dark Bluish Gray
Brick Special 1 x 2 with Vertical Clip [Thick U Clip] Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 30237a 1× Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
Part #: 3024 4× Red
Plate 6 x 12 Plate 6 x 12
Part #: 3028 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Slope 45° 2 x 4 Slope 45° 2 x 4
Part #: 3037 3× Dark Bluish Gray
Bar 4L (Lightsaber Blade / Wand) Bar 4L (Lightsabe...
Part #: 30374 1× Reddish Brown
Slope 45° 2 x 2 Slope 45° 2 x 2
Part #: 3039 2× Light Bluish Gray
Slope 45° 2 x 1 with Bottom Pin Slope 45° 2 x 1 w...
Part #: 3040b 2× Black
Wedge Plate 8 x 8 Cut Corner Wedge Plate 8 x 8...
Part #: 30504 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Brick Round 1 x 1 Open Stud Brick Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 3062b 32× Dark Bluish Gray
Tile 2 x 2 with Groove Tile 2 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3068b 15× Reddish Brown
Tile 2 x 2 with Nautical Map and Red 'X' Print Tile 2 x 2 with N...
Part #: 3068bpr0167 1× Tan
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b 3× Dark Brown
Tile 1 x 1 with Magic Compass Print Tile 1 x 1 with M...
Part #: 3070bpr0058 1× Dark Blue
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Angled #1 Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 32013 20× Black
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Angled #3 - 157.5° Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 32016 1× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Angled #2 - 180° Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 32034 18× Black
Technic Axle 2 Notched Technic Axle 2 No...
Part #: 32062 11× Red
Technic Brick 1 x 2 with Axle Hole Type 2 [X Opening] Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 32064b 1× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Pin Connector Plate 1 x 2 x 1 2/3 [Two Holes On Top] Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 32530 1× Black
Plate 1 x 8 Plate 1 x 8
Part #: 3460 7× Black
Brick 1 x 3 Brick 1 x 3
Part #: 3622 8× Black
Plate 1 x 3 Plate 1 x 3
Part #: 3623 8× Reddish Brown
Minifig Head [Plain] [Blocked Open Stud] Minifig Head [Pla...
Part #: 3626b 1× Black
Brick Arch 1 x 4 Brick Arch 1 x 4
Part #: 3659 16× Black
Slope Inverted 45° 2 x 2 [Ovoid Bottom Pin, Bar-sized Stud Holes] Slope Inverted 45...
Part #: 3660 5× Black
Plate 1 x 6 Plate 1 x 6
Part #: 3666 4× Dark Bluish Gray
Slope 65° 2 x 2 x 2 with Bottom Tube Slope 65° 2 x 2 x...
Part #: 3678b 1× Black
Weapon Dagger / Knife Weapon Dagger / K...
Part #: 37 1× Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Brick 1 x 2 [1 Pin Hole] Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 3700 4× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Brick 1 x 4 [3 Pin Holes] Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 3701 4× Reddish Brown
Technic Axle 4 Technic Axle 4
Part #: 3705 11× Black
Technic Axle 12 Technic Axle 12
Part #: 3708 1× Black
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 3× Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Axle 10 Technic Axle 10
Part #: 3737 3× Black
Technic Plate 2 x 8 [7 Holes] Technic Plate 2 x...
Part #: 3738 1× Light Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 6 Plate 2 x 6
Part #: 3795 1× Reddish Brown
Plate 2 x 6 Plate 2 x 6
Part #: 3795 10× Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 10 Plate 2 x 10
Part #: 3832 4× Black
Plate 2 x 10 Plate 2 x 10
Part #: 3832 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Weapon Lance Weapon Lance
Part #: 3849 1× Black
Hinge Brick 1 x 2 Base Hinge Brick 1 x 2...
Part #: 3937 3× Dark Bluish Gray
Brick Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole Brick Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 3941 8× Black
Bracket 2 x 2 - 2 x 2 Bracket 2 x 2 - 2...
Part #: 3956 6× Light Bluish Gray
Antenna 1 x 4 with Flat Top Antenna 1 x 4 wit...
Part #: 3957b 2× Black
Plate Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole Type 1 (+ Opening) Plate Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 4032a 8× Light Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Light, Bar Hole [Thick Ring] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 4081b 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Light, Bar Hole [Thick Ring] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 4081b 2× Black
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Vertical [Thick U Clip] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 4085c 2× Black
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Vertical [Thick U Clip] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 4085c 4× Light Bluish Gray
Plate 8 x 8 Plate 8 x 8
Part #: 41539 1× Dark Bluish Gray
Wedge 4 x 2 Right Wedge 4 x 2 Right
Part #: 41767 2× Black
Wedge 4 x 2 Left Wedge 4 x 2 Left
Part #: 41768 2× Black
Technic Pin 1/2 Technic Pin 1/2
Part #: 4274 3× Blue
Plate 2 x 16 Plate 2 x 16
Part #: 4282 2× Black
Slope 33° 3 x 1 Slope 33° 3 x 1
Part #: 4286 4× Reddish Brown
Slope 33° 3 x 1 Slope 33° 3 x 1
Part #: 4286 18× Black
Technic Axle Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise Technic Axle Pin ...
Part #: 43093 3× Blue
Technic Axle 7 Technic Axle 7
Part #: 44294 12× Light Bluish Gray
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 Locking with 1 Finger On End, with Groove Hinge Plate 1 x 2...
Part #: 44301a 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 Locking with 2 Fingers On End, with Groove, 9 Teeth Hinge Plate 1 x 2...
Part #: 44302a 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 10 Plate 1 x 10
Part #: 4477 4× Black
Plate Special 1 x 8 with Door Rail Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 4510 1× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Axle 3 Technic Axle 3
Part #: 4519 1× Light Bluish Gray
Poster, Pirates of the Caribbean - The Black Pearl Poster, Pirates o...
Part #: 4667292 1× [No Color/Any Color]
Pneumatic T-Piece (T Bar) [New Style] Pneumatic T-Piece...
Part #: 4697b 1× Light Bluish Gray
Bar 1 x 3 [Clip / Anti-Stud] Bar 1 x 3 [Clip /...
Part #: 4735 2× Black
Wedge Plate 12 x 3 Left Wedge Plate 12 x ...
Part #: 47397 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Wedge Plate 12 x 3 Right Wedge Plate 12 x ...
Part #: 47398 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Dish 2 x 2 Inverted [Radar] Dish 2 x 2 Invert...
Part #: 4740 3× Black
Boat / Ship Wheel / Helm with Slotted Pin Boat / Ship Wheel...
Part #: 4790b 1× Reddish Brown
Technic Pin Double Triangle 1 x 3 with 2 Clips Completely Round Pinholes Technic Pin Doubl...
Part #: 47994 2× Black
Boat, Mast Rigging Long 28 x 4 Boat, Mast Riggin...
Part #: 47996 2× Black
Boat, Mast 2 x 2 x 20 with Holes - Side Aligned x shape Axle Hole, + Orientation Boat, Mast 2 x 2 ...
Part #: 48002a 3× Black
Panel 1 x 2 x 1 [Rounded Corners] Panel 1 x 2 x 1 [...
Part #: 4865b 4× Dark Bluish Gray
Bar 1L with Clip [Cut Edges and One Side Hole] [Gap in Clip] Bar 1L with Clip ...
Part #: 48729b 1× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Axle 16 Technic Axle 16
Part #: 50451 1× White
Slope 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Slope 30° 1 x 1 x...
Part #: 54200 2× Reddish Brown
Hair Mid-Length with Braid around Sides Hair Mid-Length w...
Part #: 59363 1× Black
Technic Axle 5.5 with Stop [Rounded Short End] Technic Axle 5.5 ...
Part #: 59426 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Axle Connector Smooth [with x Hole + Orientation] Technic Axle Conn...
Part #: 59443 8× Black
Cone 1 x 1 [Top Groove] Cone 1 x 1 [Top G...
Part #: 59900 5× Pearl Gold
Cone 1 x 1 [Top Groove] Cone 1 x 1 [Top G...
Part #: 59900 3× Trans-Orange
Cone 1 x 1 [Top Groove] Cone 1 x 1 [Top G...
Part #: 59900 22× Black
Chain 16L [21 Links] Chain 16L [21 Links]
Part #: 60169 1× Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 12 Plate 1 x 12
Part #: 60479 3× Light Bluish Gray
Door Frame 1 x 4 x 6 Type 2 Door Frame 1 x 4 ...
Part #: 60596 1× Black
Door 1 x 4 x 6 with 4 Panes and Stud Handle Door 1 x 4 x 6 wi...
Part #: 60623 1× Reddish Brown
Hinge Brick 2 x 2 Top Plate Thin Hinge Brick 2 x 2...
Part #: 6134 3× Light Bluish Gray
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 3× Dark Bluish Gray
Leg Skeleton Leg Skeleton
Part #: 6266 6× Black
Tile 1 x 3 Tile 1 x 3
Part #: 63864 4× Light Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Clip Horizontal on End Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 63868 4× Light Bluish Gray
Bar 6L with Stop Ring Bar 6L with Stop ...
Part #: 63965 3× Black
Equipment Telescope / Torch / Spyglass, Support Round 1 x 1 x 1 2/3 Equipment Telesco...
Part #: 64644 2× Dark Brown
Equipment Telescope / Torch / Spyglass, Support Round 1 x 1 x 1 2/3 Equipment Telesco...
Part #: 64644 1× Pearl Gold
Boat Hull Section, Brick 16 x 10 x 3 Boat Hull Section...
Part #: 64645 1× Black
Flame / Headwear Accessory Plume / Feather, Triple Point Flame / Headwear ...
Part #: 64647 1× Black
Flame / Headwear Accessory Plume / Feather, Triple Point Flame / Headwear ...
Part #: 64647 2× Trans-Neon Orange
Animal, Fish [Hollow Stud Mouth] Animal, Fish [Hol...
Part #: 64648 1× Flat Silver
Boat Hull Section, Brick 16 x 13 x 2 Boat Hull Section...
Part #: 64651 1× Black
Sail, Rectangle, 27 x 17 [Plain] Sail, Rectangle, ...
Part #: 64991 4× Black
Technic Pin Long with Friction Ridges Lengthwise, 2 Center Slots Technic Pin Long ...
Part #: 6558 2× Blue
Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Towball Technic Pin with ...
Part #: 6628 24× Black
Tile 1 x 6 with Groove Tile 1 x 6 with G...
Part #: 6636 3× Reddish Brown
Hinge Plate 1 x 4 Swivel Top / Base - Solid Clip [Complete Assembly] Hinge Plate 1 x 4...
Part #: 73983 4× Dark Bluish Gray
Support 2 x 2 x 11 Solid Pillar Support 2 x 2 x 1...
Part #: 75347 3× Black
Launcher, Weapon Cannon Shooting Launcher, Weapon ...
Part #: 84943 2× Pearl Titanium
Sail, Triangular, 17 x 20 [Plain] Sail, Triangular,...
Part #: 85651 2× Black
Slope 30° 1 x 2 x 2/3 Slope 30° 1 x 2 x...
Part #: 85984 8× Dark Bluish Gray
Brick Round 4 x 4 Centre Hole Brick Round 4 x 4...
Part #: 87081 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Brick Round 4 x 4 Centre Hole Brick Round 4 x 4...
Part #: 87081 1× Black
Brick Arch 1 x 3 x 2 Brick Arch 1 x 3 x 2
Part #: 88292 10× Black
Slope 45° 2 x 1 with 2/3 Cutout [Original Version] Slope 45° 2 x 1 w...
Part #: 92946 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Boat Hull Section, Large Middle 8 x 16 x 2 1/3 with 5 Holes Boat Hull Section...
Part #: 95227 3× Black
Equipment Bottle Equipment Bottle
Part #: 95228 2× Trans-Brown
Bar 1 x 8 x 3 - 1 x 8 x 4 Curved Bar 1 x 8 x 3 - 1...
Part #: 95229 2× Black
Equipment Scabbard with Shoulder Strap Equipment Scabbar...
Part #: 95348 1× Black
Equipment Scabbard with Shoulder Strap Equipment Scabbar...
Part #: 95348 2× Dark Brown
Boat, Anchor - Two Top Holes Boat, Anchor - Tw...
Part #: 95354 1× Black
Sail, Top, 18 x 12 [Plain] Sail, Top, 18 x 1...
Part #: 96714 1× Black
Torso, Black Arms and Hands [Plain] Torso, Black Arms...
Part #: 973c03h03 1× Black
Flag 8 x 5 with White Skull and Crossed Cutlasses Print Flag 8 x 5 with W...
Part #: 98800pr0001 1× Black
The set features a high concentration of black elements, useful for ship building and other dark-colored MOCs. The inclusion of reddish brown tiles and dark bluish gray plates also adds to the set's appeal for parts collectors.

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💎 Notable Parts

Black Brick Special 1 x 2 Palisade [aka Log] (30x) $4.50
Black Cone 1 x 1 [Top Groove] (22x) $3.30
Reddish Brown Tile 2 x 2 with Groove (15x) $3.75
Est. BrickLink Part Value
$11.55

💡 MOC Potential

🚢 Modify the ship into a different pirate vessel
🏙 Create a pirate port diorama with the ship as a centerpiece
🏰 Design a fortress or island hideout for the pirates

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Charts Inventory Statistics

142
Unique Parts
749
Total Pieces
7
Minifigures
Inventory Version: 1

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