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Sad Clown was released in 2013.

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No. 71001-11

Series 10 Minifigures

Sad Clown

Sad Clown from Series 10 brings a touch of melancholic charm to the iconic LEGO collectible minifigures lineup.

Time on the shelf Retired

Released Jan 2013

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Before you buy

Who it's for: Ages 5+ · Beginner build Perfect for younger builders and collectible minifigure enthusiasts of all ages.
Build: 6 pieces · about 0.1 hours Build time is an estimate.
Cost: Budget Next to other LEGO sets. Check the store for today's price.
Availability: Likely retired

★★★☆☆ 3.8 community rating from 111 ratings

Fans love the charmingly melancholic design and unique character appeal, though some find tracking down retired blind-bag figures tedious.

📝 Our Take

Sad Clown from Series 10 brings a touch of melancholic charm to the iconic LEGO collectible minifigures lineup. Released back in 2013, this delightfully gloomy character captures the classic circus aesthetic with a uniquely sorrowful twist that stands out in any collection.

This set is perfect for minifigure completionists and fans of vintage circus themes. Since it's a blind bag collectible from years past, building or acquiring one feels like a fun treasure hunt for seasoned fans looking to round out their Series 10 display.

Skip this if you are looking for a traditional building experience or large-scale play sets. With only 6 parts making up the figure and its minimal accessories, it's strictly a display piece for character collectors rather than builders.

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🧱 Building Experience

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Pieces

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0.1h

Estimated Build Time

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Beginner

Difficulty

Build Highlights:

Quick and simple assembly of the 5-part minifigure
Features a classic printed clown face with a distinct sad expression
Includes a unique accessory fitting the circus theme
Comes with the classic Series 10 black display plate

📈 Investment Analysis

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B+

Investment Grade

Retired

Because Series 10 included the famously rare Mr. Gold, interest in completing the full set remains strong among dedicated collectors. While the piece count is extremely low, the collectible nature of sealed foil packs or verified complete figures provides a stable secondary market presence. The rising price trend indicates healthy ongoing demand, making it a reliable niche investment for minifigure investors.

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Compared to standard City minifigure packs, Series 10 collectibles offer much higher detail and unique character designs. While general city figures are widely available, specific characters like the Sad Clown command higher secondary market values due to their retirement and theme-specific appeal.

1 Minifigure Included

Sad Clown

5 parts

The Sad Clown minifigure features exclusive face printing and attire unique to Series 10, making it a charming and sought-after piece for character collectors.

📦 Parts Inventory

Piece count: 6
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 1 unique parts, 1 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.

The parts inventory is limited to the standard components required for a collectible minifigure, anchored by the classic Series 10 black display plate.