Sir Ernest Shackleton Minifigure

Name: Sir Ernest Shackleton Minifigure
Brand: LEGO
SKU: gen188
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5 (12 reviews)

The LEGO Icons Sir Ernest Shackleton minifig was first introduced in 2024 in the set 40729 Shackleton's Lifeboat and is currently estimated to be valued around $27 and an annual growth of about 37.3%.

gen188 The minifigure is exclusive to the LEGO Shackleton's Lifeboat set.

Sir Ernest Shackleton was a British explorer known for his Antarctic expeditions in the early 20th century, particularly the 1914-1917 Endurance expedition where he led a remarkable survival journey after his ship was trapped and crushed by ice.

Minifig Value (New/Loose)

This represents the current value of the minifig Sir Ernest Shackleton since 2024. High accuracy

For Sale (New/Loose)

	(HU) BrickLink store astari	$16.86 -36.8%
	(US) BrickLink store Bricks Caf Americain	$18.94 -29.0%
	(HU) BrickLink store astari	$19.43 -27.1%
	(US) LEGO 40729 Sir Ernest Shackleton Minifig Minifigures New #41	BrickEconomy Choice $19.95 -25.2%
	(HU) BrickLink store Buddhabar	$23.31 -12.6%
	(ES) BrickLink store MatheusBrick2024	$23.74 -11.0%
	(US) BrickLink store Amazingly Amazing	$24.69 -7.4%
	(SG) BrickLink store Alexis Brick Collection	$24.80 -7.0%
	(HU) BrickLink store Brick Heaven Store	$26.22 -1.7%
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	(DK) BrickLink store Mesters klodsbutik	$31.18 +16.9%
	(US) BrickLink store Collectible Minifigs	$34.99 +31.2%
	(US) BrickLink store Brickingbad	$35.00 +31.2%
	(UK) Brand new with sextant	$39.59 +48.4%
	(US) LEGO 40729 Sir Ernest Shackleton and Frank Hurley Minifigs with Accessories New	$39.95 +49.8%
	(US) LEGO Minifig gen188 - Sir Ernest Shackleton Minifigure NEW	$41.99 +57.4%
	(US) BrickLink store BBB Brick Store	$67.84 +154.4%

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Sales Distribution (Last 90 Days)

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Sir Ernest Shackleton Appears in the Following LEGO Set


	40729 Shackleton's Lifeboat Theme / Subtheme Icons / Promotional Year 2024 Pieces / Minifigs 232 / 2 Availability Retired Buy this set at Amazon eBay Bricklink	promotional Value $87.85 Annual growth 34.2% I own this set I want this set

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Minifig Details

Minifig number

gen188

Name

Sir Ernest Shackleton

Theme

Icons

Subtheme

Promotional

Year

2024

Released

November 2024

Sets

1Exclusive

Availability

Retired

Minifig Pricing

Value

$26.67

Growth

+312.21%

Annual growth

+37.30%

2025 growth

+4.01%

Future growth

+9.51% (2-5 year outlook)

*Value is for new/loose minifig.

Quick Buy

eBay

Buy

Lowest price

$19.95

Highest price

$43.95

Bricklink

Buy

Lowest price

$16.86

Highest price

$67.84

*Listings are for new/loose minifig.

Minifig Predictions

1 year forecast

$29.21Medium accuracy

5 year forecast

$38.81

$38

$40

The Sir Ernest Shackleton minifig is estimated to be worth between $38 - $40 within five years.

Prediction Insights

A single-set promotional minifigure, Sir Ernest Shackleton drew early aftermarket momentum from constrained supply and a focused historical subject that reduces remake risk, and it attracts steady interest from collectors focused on niche, historical releases.

Minifig Facts

The Sir Ernest Shackleton minifigure is part of the Icons subtheme, initially released as a promotional item linked to Shackleton's Lifeboat, a LEGO set that commemorates the renowned Antarctic explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton. This minifigure represents the historic figure who led the British Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition from 1914 to 1917. It is dressed in attire reflecting the early 20th-century exploration gear. The availability of this minifigure is mainly tied to its promotional release, making it a unique addition for LEGO collectors interested in historical representations.

Sir Ernest Shackleton Reviews

12 reviews

5.0

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Is this LEGO minifigure a good investment?

“The Sir Ernest Shackleton minifig has grown at an annual rate of about 20.2%, representing a strong investment opportunity and a valuable piece for Icons / Promotional collectors.”

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Community Stats

Sir Ernest Shackleton (gen188) currently ranks #11 out of the top owned loose minifigs in Icons / Promotional.

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About Icons Promotional

The LEGO Icons theme, previously known as Creator Expert, includes minifigures from its detailed display sets. Active from 2000 and still running, the theme covers modular buildings, vehicles and landmark structures.

Icons Sets

Icons / Promotional Sets