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Beetle Minifigure - sh053

Beetle Minifigure

The LEGO Marvel Super Heroes Beetle minifig was first introduced in 2013 in the set 76005 Daily Bugle Showdown and is currently estimated to be valued around $20 and an annual growth of about 9.4%.
sh053 The minifigure is exclusive to the LEGO Daily Bugle Showdown set.
Beetle, a character from Marvel's Ultimate Spider-Man comics and the Ultimate Spider-Man television series, is a supervillain who uses advanced technology and armor.

Beetle Value (New/Loose)

This represents the current value of the minifig Beetle since 2012. High accuracy
Collector and Investor Standing
Daily Bugle Showdown gave Beetle his only LEGO appearance, and that does plenty for collectors of the licensed Marvel line. His armored Ultimate Spider-Man villain look gives the figure a clear identity, while steady interest from members and a strong record for retired figures from the theme support his investor standing.
76/100
Collector
Wanted more than most
Beetle appears only in Daily Bugle Showdown
86/100
Investor
Among the strongest
Marvel theme history and member interest help
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For Sale (New/Loose)

 (US) LEGO Marvel The Ultimate Spider-Man Minifigure Beetle (sh0053) 76005 2013
BrickEconomy Choice
$14.99
(US) Lego DC Super Heroes Blue Beetle Minifigure 76054 $60.00
+193.0%
(US) LEGO Super Heroes Minifigure Beetle (Genuine) $61.99
+202.7%
(US) Lego Blue Beetle 76054 Batman Super Heroes Minifigure NEW Really RARE $99.95
+388.0%

Sales Distribution (Last 90 Days)

This chart shows the distribution of sales for the last 3 months of new/loose LEGO Beetle.

Sale Trends

This chart shows the sales trends (number sold) of new/loose LEGO Beetle.

Market Momentum

Bullish
This minifigure's value is climbing and member demand is rising.
DemandTop 25% in Marvel Super Heroes
Very high demand and rising
12 months agoToday
Value trendUp 8% in 3 months
Up 18% over the year
12 months agoToday
SalesSold prices steady
Selling slower
MaySep
Outlook:7% bearish·60% neutral·33% bullish
Why it's moving, signals and outlook

Beetle Appears in the Following LEGO Set

76005 Daily Bugle Showdown

Theme / Subtheme Marvel Super Heroes / Ultimate Spider-Man
Year 2013
Pieces / Minifigs 476 / 5
Availability Retired
76005 LEGO Ultimate Spider-Man Daily Bugle Showdown
Retail $49.99
Value $450.14
Growth  +800.5%
Annual growth 17.0%

Beetle Questions

How much is LEGO Beetle (sh053) worth today?

Beetle is worth about $20.48 new and loose. The value rose 3% in 2025.

Which set does Beetle (sh053) come in?

Only one set includes Beetle: 76005 Daily Bugle Showdown (2013).

Is Beetle (sh053) retired?

Yes. The only set with Beetle, 76005 Daily Bugle Showdown (2013), has retired.

How much has Beetle (sh053) grown in value?

Beetle has grown 246% in value since release. On average that is 9.4% a year.

What is the one-year forecast for Beetle (sh053)?

The one-year forecast for Beetle is $22.51, about 10% above today's value. Like any forecast, this is an estimate.

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Community Stats

Beetle (sh053) currently ranks #4 out of the top owned loose minifigs that are related.
#1Spider-Man (sh038)
#2Dr. Doom (sh052)
#3Nova (sh051)
#4Beetle (sh053)
#5J. Jonah Jameson (sh054)

About Marvel Super Heroes Ultimate Spider-Man

The Ultimate Spider-Man subtheme includes minifigures such as Spider-Man, Iron Spider, and various villains. The storyline is based on the animated series, following Spider-Man's adventures as he trains under S.H.I.E.L.D. and battles a range of supervillains.
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