A Taste of Singapore!
Build Your Own Chilli Crab

Bring home a miniature icon of Singaporean cuisine with this delightful 124-piece LEGO set from the Cities of Wonders collection!

🏛 Cities of Wonders
Set #COWS4

Singapore: Chilli Crab

Singapore: Chilli Crab is a delightful miniature food build.

🏆 Best For: Ideal for LEGO enthusiasts and those interested in culinary-themed sets, especially fans of Singaporean cuisine. ⏱ 1.5 hr build 🧩 124 pcs
★★★★☆ 4.2

Fans appreciate the creative design and unique theme of this promotional set. Some find the small size limiting, but overall it's considered a charming and well-executed representation of Singapore's iconic Chilli Crab.

📝 Our Take

Singapore: Chilli Crab is a delightful miniature food build. Capturing the essence of this iconic Singaporean dish in LEGO form is both creative and charming, making it a unique addition to any LEGO collection.

This set is perfect for LEGO food enthusiasts and Singaporean culture lovers. The build is relatively quick and straightforward, offering a fun and engaging experience suitable for a wide range of builders.

Skip this if you prefer large, complex builds with minifigures. This is a small display piece. Consider the LEGO Ideas Food Sets for a larger scale food-themed build.

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🧱 Building Experience

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124
Pieces
1.5h
Build Time
📊
Beginner
Difficulty
Build Highlights:
  • Clever use of tiles to represent the texture and color of the dish
  • Simple yet effective techniques to capture the essence of the crab
  • Use of bright colors to mimic the vibrant appearance of Chilli Crab
  • Compact size makes it easy to display on shelves or desks

📈 Investment Analysis

→ Price stable
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Investment Grade
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Singapore: Chilli Crab (COWS4-1) is a retired promotional set, which may give it some investment potential due to its limited availability. As a niche food-themed set, its value will likely depend on the demand from collectors interested in culinary or Singaporean culture-related LEGO items. The low piece count and lack of minifigures may limit its appeal to some investors, but its uniqueness could drive up prices over time. Monitor the secondary market for price trends and consider its condition and packaging when evaluating its investment potential. While it may not skyrocket in value, it has the potential to be a decent investment for patient collectors.

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Compare Similar Sets

Compared to larger LEGO Architecture sets, this set offers a smaller, more focused build experience. It's a unique display piece that stands out from typical LEGO vehicles or buildings. Consider the LEGO Architecture Skyline series for larger display models, but this set offers a unique culinary theme.

📦 Full Parts Inventory - 29 unique parts • 124 total pieces

Slope Curved 2 x 1 No Studs [1/2 Bow] Slope Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 11477 Red
Slope Curved 2 x 2 x 2/3 Slope Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 15068 Red
Wedge Plate 3 x 6 Cut Corners Wedge Plate 3 x 6...
Part #: 2419 Red
Plate 2 x 12 Plate 2 x 12
Part #: 2445 White
Tile Round 1 x 1 Quarter Tile Round 1 x 1 ...
Part #: 25269 Red
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 White
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 Red
Plate 2 x 3 Plate 2 x 3
Part #: 3021 Red
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 Orange
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 Red
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Orange
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Red
Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
Part #: 3024 Orange
Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
Part #: 3024 Red
Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
Part #: 3024 Yellow
Tile 2 x 2 with Groove Tile 2 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3068b Orange
Tile 2 x 2 with Groove Tile 2 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3068b Red
Tile 2 x 2 with Groove Tile 2 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3068b White
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b Red
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b Orange
Tile 1 x 1 with Groove Tile 1 x 1 with G...
Part #: 3070b Trans-Red
Tile 1 x 1 with Groove Tile 1 x 1 with G...
Part #: 3070b Red
Tile 1 x 1 with Groove Tile 1 x 1 with G...
Part #: 3070b Orange
Tile 1 x 1 with Groove Tile 1 x 1 with G...
Part #: 3070b Yellow
Plate Special 3 x 2 with Rounded End, Hole Plate Special 3 x...
Part #: 3176 Red
Plant, Flower, Plate Round 1 x 1 with 4 Petals Plant, Flower, Pl...
Part #: 33291 Green
Plate 2 x 10 Plate 2 x 10
Part #: 3832 White
Plate 2 x 16 Plate 2 x 16
Part #: 4282 White
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 Locking with 1 Finger On End, without Groove Hinge Plate 1 x 2...
Part #: 44301b Red
Plate Special 1 x 2 [Side Handle Closed Ends] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 48336 Red
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Tooth Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 49668 Red
Slope Curved 3 x 1 No Studs Slope Curved 3 x ...
Part #: 50950 Red
Slope 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Slope 30° 1 x 1 x...
Part #: 54200 Red
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 Locking with 2 Fingers on Side, 9 Teeth Hinge Plate 1 x 2...
Part #: 60471 Red
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Horizontal [Thick Open O Clip] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 61252 Red
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Clip Horizontal on End Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 63868 Red
Hinge Plate 1 x 4 Swivel Top / Base - Solid Clip [Complete Assembly] Hinge Plate 1 x 4...
Part #: 73983 Red
Tile 2 x 4 with Groove Tile 2 x 4 with G...
Part #: 87079 Orange
Tile 2 x 4 with Groove Tile 2 x 4 with G...
Part #: 87079 12× White
Plate 8 x 16 Plate 8 x 16
Part #: 92438 White
Slope Curved 4 x 1 Double with No Studs Slope Curved 4 x ...
Part #: 93273 Red
Features a good selection of orange and red tiles, useful for creating textured surfaces and food-themed MOCs. The curved slopes are also handy for adding smooth details to smaller builds.

💎 Notable Parts

White Tile 2 x 4 with Groove (12x) $0.60
Orange Tile 1 x 2 with Groove (9x) $0.45
Orange Tile 2 x 4 with Groove (7x) $0.35
Red Plate Special 1 x 2 with Clip Horizontal on End (4x) $0.60
Est. BrickLink Part Value
$2.00

💡 MOC Potential

🌳 Variations of other seafood dishes
🏙 Singaporean hawker stall scene
🏛 Miniature Singaporean landmark with food stall

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Charts Inventory Statistics

29
Unique Parts
124
Total Pieces
0
Minifigures
Inventory Version: 1