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LEGO 21016 Sungnyemun is a Architecture set valued at $350 for new and sealed sets, up 900% from an original retail price of $34.99. The set retired in February 2013 with annual appreciation averaging 15.29% since. Used copies are valued between $84 and $120 depending on condition. Secondary market prices for new and sealed sets typically fall between $278 and $400.

Set Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Sungnyemun since January 2022. Very high accuracy
LEGO 21016 Sungnyemun is an Architecture Landmark Series set released in 2012, containing 325 pieces. The model depicts Seoul’s historic Sungnyemun (Gate of Exalted Ceremonies), a Joseon Dynasty city gate dating to 1398, with a stone base and curved tiled pavilion roof rendered in microscale. It was officially launched at the Danish Pavilion during Expo 2012 in Yeosu, South Korea, and went on sale from June 1 at LEGO Brand Retail and LEGOLAND stores. It is the first LEGO Architecture set to depict an East Asian landmark, and early materials initially referred to it as “Namdaemun Gate.”

A new and sealed Sungnyemun is currently valued at around $350, with annual growth of about 10.2% that is expected to level off to around 3.0% in the coming year, making it a solid investment. The average used price is $99 for those in good overall condition. Based on current trends, this set could be valued near $356 within the next year. New and sealed listings currently range from $270 to $396. The set was available for 8 months, from June 2012 to February 2013.
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For Sale (New/Sealed)

 (KR) 21016 SEALED Architecture Sungnyemun Landmark (New, Unopened,Fast delivery) $219.00
-37.4%
(US) ARCHITECTURE: Sungnyemun (21016) Korean Landmark, BRAND NEW SEALED
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$229.88
-34.3%
(KR) 21016 Architecture Sungnyemun 325pcs SEALED $235.99
-32.6%
(KR) Architecture 21016 Sungnyemun Korea Landmark 325pcs NEW $245.00
-30.0%
(KR) 21016 Architecture Sungnyemun 325pcs Factory-Sealed $245.99
-29.7%
(KR) Architecture 21016 Sungnyemun Landmark Building Set New Sealed 325pcs $254.02
-27.4%
(KR) 21016 SEALED Architecture Sungnyemun Landmark Model 325pcs $255.35
-27.0%
(KR) 21016 SEALED Architecture Sungnyemun Landmark Model 325pcs $260.30
-25.6%
(KR) 21016 SEALED Architecture Sungnyemun Landmark Model 325pcs $260.49
-25.6%
(KR) 21016 SEALED Architecture Sungnyemun Landmark Model 325pcs Tracking $265.49
-24.1%
(KR) Architecture Sungnyemun 21016 Retired Set Landmark Collection New Sealed $269.00
-23.1%
(US) New Sealed Rare Lego 21016 Architecture Sungnyemun Korean Landmark Retired $269.99
-22.9%
(US) ARCHITECTURE Sungnyemun South Korea 21016 RETIRED RARE 2012 $274.99
-21.4%
(US) Architecture 21016 Sungnyemun Korean Landmark - Retired Set - NEW & SEALED $279.99
-20.0%
(US) Architecture 21016 Sungnyemun Korean Landmark - Retired Set - NEW & SEALED $279.99
-20.0%
(US) BrickLink store Toni Brick Store LLC $279.99
-20.0%
(KR) Architecture 21016 Sungnyemun Korea Landmark 325pcs NEW $285.00
-18.6%
(KR) 21016 SEALED Architecture Sungnyemun Landmark Model 325pcs $296.99
-15.1%
(US) Architecture Sungnyemun Landmark Series 21016 Complete Set 325 Pieces $298.00
-14.9%
(US) This is a bonked box (builders special) but still sealed. Happy to supply pictures up... $299.99
-14.3%
(US) NEW - SEALED LEGO Architecture Sungnyemun 21016 - Denmark Horizon 2012 $300.00
-14.3%
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Sales Distribution (Last 90 Days)

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Sale Trends

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Sungnyemun Reviews

39 reviews
4.8
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East Asian architecture with Lego? Yes! And looks great! — “Great color scheme. The random pattern of gray for the lower stone portion is a nice touch. The upper tier, where red/tan/green tiles are used under the black roofs to simulate the traditional Korean color scheme, is brilliant. Perhaps Lego needs to add additional East Asian... More Architecture sets and see how they can portray similar color patterns, but different color palettes, used in Chinese and Japanese buildings.”
Full review at brickset.com
“Like the Hancock, there has been speculation that Lego was legally required to remove the Sungnyemun from its lineup. It also retired rather shortly after its release and is no longer showing on the Lego website as a part of the series.”
Full review at hobbylark.com

About Architecture Landmark Series

The LEGO Architecture Landmark Series started in 2008 and consists primarily of models that represent the world's most famous structures. Initially the sets were focused on major cities in the United States such as models of the Sears Tower, John Hancock Center, the Empire State Building, and the Seattle Space Needle followed by international landmarks including Burj Khalifa, Brandenburg Gate, the Sydney Opera House and dozens more. Within the subtheme the scale of the sets differ widely.

Landmark Series was introduced in 2008 and currently consists of 37 sets. As of today, 21021 Marina Bay Sands is the most valuable Landmark Series set with an estimated new/factory sealed value of $980.
Summary
Architecture Landmark Series Sungnyemun set 21016 was released in June 2012, retailing for $35, but has since been retired. New, unopened Sungnyemun sets are valued at $350, while used sets can be found for $99 in good condition.
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Presenting one of South Korea's most treasured monuments – Sungnyemun. Also known as the Great Southern Gate, this majestic gateway to the South Korean capital of Seoul is the last remaining of four gateways constructed in the late 14th century to protect the country's capital. In 1962, this impressive Joseon Dynasty monument was declared South Korea's first national treasure, but in 2008 was almost completely destroyed by a fire. Fortunately, a restoration project, due for completion in 2012, will return the South Korean people's coveted treasure to its former glory once again.

This LEGO® Landmark series interpretation of Sungnyemun was designed by US architect Adam Reed Tucker in collaboration with the LEGO design team. Interpretation of real-world architectural landmark Sungnyemun Booklet included with details on design and history (English language only. Other languages available for download)

Measures 4.1" (10.5cm) tall, 6.9" (17.5cm) wide and 3.1" (8cm) deep Collect...
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