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LEGO 40355 Year of the Rat is a Seasonal set currently valued at $28 for new and sealed sets. The set retired in February 2020 with annual appreciation averaging 9.66% since. On the used market, values range from $6 to $10 based on condition. Secondary market prices for new and sealed sets typically fall between $17 and $34. It holds steady as the recent easing balances out its faster growth compared to similar retired sets.

Year of the Rat Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Year of the Rat since February 2020. Very high accuracy
LEGO 40355 Year of the Rat is a Seasonal Chinese New Year set released in 2020, containing 162 pieces. It was a promotional gift with purchase at LEGO stores and LEGO.com when buying 80104 Lion Dance or 80105 Chinese New Year Temple Fair. The build depicts a rat with posable arms, legs, ears, and head. It includes a display podium with flower and leaf elements and an embossed red money envelope with gold-colored print.

A sealed Year of the Rat is worth about $28. It has grown by roughly 9.7% a year since retiring, and our forecast adds another 2% or so next year. The average used price is $8 for those in good overall condition. New and sealed listings currently range from $29 to $39.
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For Sale (New/Sealed)

 (CA) Year Of The Rat 40355 $17.52
-36.8%
(US) Year of the Rat 40355 Chinese Traditional Festivals 162pc Set 7+ Retired
BrickEconomy Choice
$22.49
-18.9%
(AU) 40355 Year of the Rat Special Edition 162pcs Age 7+ Box 2020 $25.95
-6.4%
(US) Year Of The Rat Promo Set (40355) - Brand New & Sealed (RETIRED) $26.24
-5.3%
(US) Year Of The Rat Promo Set (40355) - New & Sealed $26.99
-2.6%
(AU) Seasonal: Year of the Rat (40355) $28.00
+1.0%
(US) 40355 Year of the Rat New Year Limited 2020 New And Sealed Box $28.00
+1.0%
(CA) Seasonal: Year of the Rat (40355) $28.06
+1.2%
(US) Seasonal Year of the Rat 40355 New Factory Sealed 162 Pieces $28.99
+4.6%
(US) Year of the Rat from BrickLink seller moaela $29.00
+4.6%
(US) Seasonal: Year of the Rat (40355) New In Sealed Box $29.75
+7.3%
(US) Seasonal: Year of the Rat (40355) NEW FACTORY SEALED $29.85
+7.7%
(US) Year of the Rat from BrickLink seller TioFister28 $29.95
+8.0%
(JP) LEGO Year of the Mouse Mini Set 40355 $29.99
+8.2%
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Sales Distribution (Last 90 Days)

This chart shows the distribution of sales for the past three months of new/sealed 40355 Year of the Rat.

Sale Trends

This chart shows the sales trends of new/sealed 40355 Year of the Rat.

Market Momentum

Neutral
The value of 40355 Year of the Rat has eased over the last three months. This follows a year where it grew faster than similar retired sets in the Seasonal, Chinese New Year theme.
DemandUpper half in Seasonal
Very high demand but falling
12 months agoToday
SupplyTypical for Seasonal
Listings up 23% this month
12 months agoToday
Growth vs peers-3% typical for Chinese New Year
+33% over the past year
12 months agoToday
Outlook:58% bearish·14% neutral·28% bullish
Why it's moving, signals and outlook

Compared with other Chinese New Year sets

Side by side with the rest, Year of the Rat lands in the top half of the Chinese New Year sets by value.

#7 of 13
By value, $28
$10$160
In the top half of the group.
$0.17 a piece
New and sealed value per piece
This set
$0.17
Typical
$0.17
Close to the group's typical value per piece.
#8 of 9
Used value as a share of new, 29%
21%60%
In the bottom quarter of the group.
#7 of 13 retired
Wanted for each member who owns it
This set
Typical
Close to the rate of the group's retired sets.

Sets in Seasonal / Chinese New Year

10250 Year of the Snake

Theme / Subtheme Seasonal / Chinese New Year
Year 2013
Pieces 243
Availability Retired
10250 LEGO Year of the Snake
Retail $49.99
Value $159.60
Growth  +219.3%
Annual growth 5.4%

40611 Year of the Dragon

Theme / Subtheme Seasonal / Chinese New Year
Year 2024
Pieces 211
Availability Retired
40611 LEGO Year of the Dragon
Retail $9.99
Value $15.00
Growth  +50.2%
Annual growth 11.2%

40575 Year of the Rabbit

Theme / Subtheme Seasonal / Chinese New Year
Year 2023
Pieces 194
Availability Retired
40575 LEGO Year of the Rabbit
promotional
Value $15.00
Annual growth 2.5%

40491 Year of the Tiger

Theme / Subtheme Seasonal / Chinese New Year
Year 2022
Pieces 192
Availability Retired
40491 LEGO Year of the Tiger
promotional
Value $15.00
Annual growth 8.8%

40707 Year of the Snake

Theme / Subtheme Seasonal / Chinese New Year
Year 2025
Pieces 174
Availability Retired
40707 LEGO Year of the Snake
promotional
Value $16.00
Annual growth 34.2%

40417 Year of the Ox

Theme / Subtheme Seasonal / Chinese New Year
Year 2021
Pieces 168
Availability Retired
40417 LEGO Year of the Ox
promotional
Value $10.00
Annual growth 24.7%

40207 Year of the Monkey

Theme / Subtheme Seasonal / Chinese New Year
Year 2016
Pieces 165
Availability Retired
40207 LEGO Year of the Monkey
promotional
Value $142.63
Annual growth 9.7%

40234 Year of the Rooster

Theme / Subtheme Seasonal / Chinese New Year
Year 2017
Pieces 157
Availability Retired
40234 LEGO Year of the Rooster
promotional
Value $52.35
Annual growth 7.1%

40235 Year of the Dog

Theme / Subtheme Seasonal / Chinese New Year
Year 2018
Pieces 156
Availability Retired
40235 LEGO Year of the Dog
promotional
Value $34.99
Annual growth 5.7%

40186 Year of the Pig

Theme / Subtheme Seasonal / Chinese New Year
Year 2019
Pieces 152
Availability Retired
40186 LEGO Year of the Pig
Retail $9.99
Value $32.34
Growth  +223.7%
Annual growth 6.9%

40779 Year of the Horse

Theme / Subtheme Seasonal / Chinese New Year
Year 2026
Pieces 133
Availability Retired
40779 LEGO Year of the Horse
promotional
Value $10.16

40148 Year of the Sheep

Theme / Subtheme Seasonal / Chinese New Year
Year 2015
Pieces 99
Availability Retired
40148 LEGO Year of the Sheep
promotional
Value $66.96
Annual growth 8.5%

Year of the Rat Questions

What is LEGO 40355 Year of the Rat worth?

A new, sealed copy of Year of the Rat is worth about $28 today, and most sealed copies sell for between $17 and $34. The value has slipped 19% in the past 90 days. Used copies are worth about $8.

Is LEGO 40355 Year of the Rat still available?

No. LEGO retired Year of the Rat in February 2020 after 1 month on store shelves. New copies now come only from the secondary market, where sellers on eBay and BrickLink set the price.

What will LEGO 40355 Year of the Rat be worth next year?

By this time next year, the forecast has Year of the Rat near $28, about 2% more than today. In the short term the market reads neutral. On balance, demand, supply and price are level. Forecasts are estimates, not guarantees.

How big is LEGO 40355 Year of the Rat?

Year of the Rat has 162 pieces.

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Year of the Rat Reviews

37 reviews
4.7
Collectors
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BrickFanatics
“To celebrate Chinese New Year, or Lunar New Year, LEGO.com offers an exclusive set each year. With 2020 marking the Year of the Rat, 40355 accordingly builds a cute version of the creature. The only way to get the set is to spend £80 or more at the official website, with... More other celebratory sets including 80104 Lion Dance and 80105 Chinese New Year Temple Fair recently launching to offer the perfect accompanying purchases.”
Full review at www.brickfanatics.com
BrickEconomy Member Review
“This set is a well-designed addition to the Chinese New Year series, featuring a sitting animal on a circular base with muted colors. The build incorporates creative SNOT techniques, rounded slopes for a smooth appearance, and articulated features like arms, ears, and feet. With no stickers and a printed eye piece, it delivers high-quality details, making it a thoughtful and unique gift.”
 

About Seasonal Chinese New Year

The Chinese zodiac consists of twelve animals – rat, ox, tiger, rabbit, dragon, snake, horse, goat, monkey, rooster, dog and pig. This cycle repeats every twelve years. Starting in 2013, the LEGO Group added a number of sets to celebrate the Chinese New Year, with each set depicting an animal represented in the Chinese zodiac.

Chinese New Year was introduced in 2013 and currently consists of 13 sets. As of today, 10250 Year of the Snake is the most valuable Chinese New Year set with an estimated new/sealed value of $160.
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Welcome the 2020 Lunar New Year with this cute LEGO® Iconic 40355 Year of the Rat model. With big eyes, pink nose and outstretched tail, this buildable rodent features posable arms, legs, ears and head. The set includes a display podium with flower and leaf elements, plus an embossed money envelope with traditional gold-colored print. The resealable box comes with a printed to/from label for a personal message.
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