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40498 LEGO Christmas Penguin

Name: LEGO Christmas Penguin
Brand: LEGO
SKU: 40498-1
Rating: 4.70 (32 reviews)

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Set Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Penguin since January 2023. Medium accuracy

LEGO 40498 Penguin was a 244 piece Seasonal exclusive set released in 2021. It was retired in January 2023 with a lifespan of 15 months. The current value for a new and sealed Penguin is estimated at $16 with an average yearly gain of about 6%.

The set was recently retired and should experience a significant value increase in coming months.

All regions

All regions 68
United States 65
European Union 2
United Kingdom 1

For Sale (New/Sealed)

	(NL) BrickLink store Basictoys	$12.37 -24.5%
	(US) Christmas Penguin (40498) - NEW	BrickEconomy Choice $12.95 -21.0%
	(US) Christmas Penguin 40498 *READ	$13.99 -14.6%
	(US) Christmas Penguin (40498). Brand New. Sealed.	$14.90 -9.1%
	(US) Creator Seasonal Penguin Set 40498	$14.99 -8.5%
	(US) Christmas Penguin (40498), New In Sealed Box	$15.00 -8.5%
	(US) Christmas Penguin (40498)	$15.00 -8.5%
	(UK) Mint in sealed box.	$15.23 -7.1%
	(US) Winter PENGUIN LEGO!Brand NEW! Penguin (40498)!! Four Left! UPS Discount!	$18.79 +14.6%
	(US) Brand New Lego Holiday Christmas Penguin 40498	$18.99 +15.9%
	(US) Lego Christmas Penguin (40498) NEW	$18.99 +15.9%
	(US) 40498 Christmas Penguin 244pcs New	$18.99 +15.9%
	(US) New LEGO Christmas Penguin (40498) 244 pcs, New Unopened Box	$18.99 +15.9%
	(US) CHRISTMAS PENGUIN #40498 BUILDING SET 244PC BUILDING TOY AGES 8+	$19.00 +15.9%
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	(US) Christmas Penguin 40498, 244 Pieces Free Shipping	$19.50 +19.0%
	(US) Christmas Penguin Building Set (40498)	$19.85 +21.1%
	(US) New Building Sealed LEGO Brand Kit Set Pieces - Christmas Penguin 40498 Snowfale	$19.90 +21.4%
	(US) 40498 Christmas Holidays Set Penguin with Tree Rare New in Box	$19.99 +22.0%
	(US) Christmas Penguin 40498 New Sealed	$19.99 +22.0%
	(US) 40498 Christmas Penguin 244pcs New Sealed	$19.99 +22.0%
	(US) 40498 Seasonal Holiday Christmas Penguin 2022 Release	$19.99 +22.0%
	(US) Seasonal 40498 Christmas Penguin	$20.00 +22.0%
	(US) Christmas Penguin (40498)	$20.00 +22.0%
	(US) 40498 Christmas Holidays Set Penguin with Tree Rare New in Hand DENT Box	$20.00 +22.0%
	(US) NEW LEGO Christmas Penguin (40498) Never opened.	$20.00 +22.0%
	(US) Christmas Penguin 40498	$20.82 +27.0%
	(US) 40498 Christmas Penguin Building Set New 2022	$20.98 +28.0%
	(US) Christmas Penguin 40498 New Sealed	$20.99 +28.1%
	(US) 40498 CHRISTMAS PENGUIN NEW SEALED	$21.00 +28.1%
	(US) New/Sealed 2021 Lego Holiday Building Set #40498 - Christmas Penguin	$21.95 +33.9%
	(US) 40498 Christmas Penguin Building Set New 2022	$21.99 +34.2%
	(US) 2022 LEGO Cristmas Penguin 40498,NEW in Factory Sealed Box	$22.00 +34.2%
	(US) Christmas Penguin Kit 40498 NEW in box 244 pcs ages 8+	$22.00 +34.2%
	(US) Christmas Penguin 40498	$22.95 +40.0%
	(US) Christmas Penguin Set 40498 New, Factory Sealed! 2021	$22.97 +40.1%
	(US) Christmas Penguin 40498 Seasonal Set 244 Pieces	$23.00 +40.3%
	(US) Christmas Penguin 40498, 244 Pieces	$24.29 +48.2%
	(US) Christmas Penguin, New in Box, Minor Damage to Box, See Pictures	$24.50 +49.5%
	(US) 40498 CHRISTMAS PENGUIN AGE 8+ 244 PCS FACTORY SEALED SLIGHT BOX DAMAGE	$24.68 +50.6%
	(US) NIB LEGO Christmas Penguin 40498 Building Kit Toy Set 244 pieces 8+	$24.95 +52.2%
	(US) 40498 Christmas Penguin Building Set New Sealed	$24.95 +52.2%
	(US) Christmas Penguin (40498)	$24.95 +52.2%
	(US) NIB LEGO Christmas Penguin 40498 Building Kit Toy Set 244 pieces 8+	$24.95 +52.2%
	(US) Christmas Penguin 40498	$24.95 +52.2%
	(US) 40498 Christmas Penguin (40498) Brand New Sealed box Christmas Tree Gifts	$24.99 +52.5%
	(US) \| Christmas Penguin \| Seasonal \| 40498 \| New \| In Box \| Free Shipping	$24.99 +52.5%
	(US) Christmas Penguin (40498)	$24.99 +52.5%
	(US) 40498 Christmas Holidays Set Penguin with Tree Rare New in Hand	$25.00 +52.5%
	(US) New / Sealed on Backorder Lego Christmas Penguin 244pcs	$25.00 +52.5%
	(US) Christmas Penguin (40498)	$25.00 +52.5%
	(US) HOLIDAY 40498 Christmas Penguin NISB New & Sealed	$26.80 +63.5%
	(US) Christmas Penguin (40498) ~ New/Sealed 244 Pieces	$26.95 +64.4%
	(US) 40498 CHRISTMAS PENGUIN 244 Pcs New Sealed	$27.00 +64.7%
	(US) LEGO Christmas Penguin Building Set 40498 NEW	$27.99 +70.8%
	(US) Holiday & Event 40498 Cristmas Penguin NEW	$27.99 +70.8%
	(US) HOLIDAY 40498 Christmas Penguin NISB New & Sealed	$28.88 +76.2%
	(US) 40498 Christmas Penguin 244pcs New Seasonal Set	$29.00 +76.9%
	(US) Christmas Penguin 40498 New Factory Sealed	$29.50 +80.0%
	(US) Christmas Penguin - 40498 - Brand New Sealed	$29.64 +80.8%
	(US) LEGO 40498 CHRISTMAS PENGUIN - Seasonal Holiday Exclusive. NEW	$29.90 +82.4%
	(US) SOLD OUT, Holiday 40498 CHRISTMAS PENGUIN, New, 244 piece count, LR	$29.98 +82.9%
	(US) 40498 Christmas Penguin Building Set (244 pcs) New / Sealed / Exclusive	$29.99 +83.0%
	(PT) Creator Seasonal Penguin Christmas Set 40498	$29.99 +83.0%
	(US) 40498 Christmas Penguin Building Set New 2022	$29.99 +83.0%
	(US) Christmas Penguin (40498)	$29.99 +83.0%
	(US) NEW Sealed LEGO Christmas Penguin (40498)	$30.00 +83.0%
	(US) Winter Christmas Penguin Set 40498 - 100% Verified Authentic and New	$30.00 +83.0%
	(US) Christmas Penguin, 40498-NIB-SEALED	$30.00 +83.0%

Sales Distribution (Last 90 Days)

This chart shows the distribution of sales for the last 3 months of new/sealed 40498 Penguin.

Sale Trends

This chart shows the sales trends (number sold) of new/sealed 40498 Penguin.

Sets in Seasonal / Christmas


	40573 Christmas Tree Theme / Subtheme Seasonal / Christmas Year 2022 Pieces 784 Availability Exclusive Buy this set at LEGO Amazon eBay StockX	Retail $44.99 Available at retail I own this set I want this set

	40426 Christmas Wreath 2-in-1 Theme / Subtheme Seasonal / Christmas Year 2020 Pieces 510 Availability Exclusive Buy this set at LEGO Amazon eBay StockX	Retail $34.99 Available at retail I own this set I want this set

	40489 Mr. and Mrs. Claus' Living Room Theme / Subtheme Seasonal / Christmas Year 2021 Pieces / Minifigs 344 / 2 Availability Retired Buy this set at eBay	promotional Value $398.28 Annual growth 31.2% I own this set I want this set

	40499 Santa's Sleigh Theme / Subtheme Seasonal / Christmas Year 2021 Pieces / Minifigs 343 / 1 Availability Exclusive (Retiring soon) Buy this set at LEGO Amazon eBay StockX	Retail $36.99 Available at retail Retiring soon I own this set I want this set

	40410 Charles Dickens Tribute Theme / Subtheme Seasonal / Christmas Year 2020 Pieces / Minifigs 333 / 3 Availability Retired Buy this set at Amazon eBay StockX Bricklink	promotional Value $26.36 Annual growth 37.2% I own this set I want this set

	40565 Santa's Workshop Theme / Subtheme Seasonal / Christmas Year 2022 Pieces / Minifigs 329 / 3 Availability Retired Buy this set at eBay Bricklink	promotional Value $26.68 I own this set I want this set

	40484 Santa's Front Yard Theme / Subtheme Seasonal / Christmas Year 2021 Pieces / Minifigs 317 / 1 Availability Retired Buy this set at Amazon eBay StockX Bricklink	promotional Value $14.98 Annual growth 40.2% I own this set I want this set

	40571 Christmas Polar Bears Theme / Subtheme Seasonal / Christmas Year 2022 Pieces 312 Availability Retail Buy this set at eBay StockX Bricklink	Retail $12.99 Available at retail I own this set I want this set

	40416 Ice Skating Rink Theme / Subtheme Seasonal / Christmas Year 2020 Pieces / Minifigs 304 / 2 Availability Retired Buy this set at Amazon eBay StockX Bricklink	Retail $19.99 Value $26.86 Growth 34.4% Annual growth 15.1% I own this set I want this set

	40424 Winter Snowball Fight Theme / Subtheme Seasonal / Christmas Year 2020 Pieces / Minifigs 149 / 2 Availability Retired Buy this set at Amazon eBay StockX Bricklink	Retail $12.99 Value $17.68 Growth 36.1% Annual growth 15.8% I own this set I want this set

	40494 Polar Bear & Gift Pack Theme / Subtheme Seasonal / Christmas Year 2021 Pieces 142 Availability Retired Buy this set at Amazon eBay StockX Bricklink	Retail $9.99 Value $15.00 Growth 50.2% Annual growth 23.6% I own this set I want this set

	40572 Penguin & Snowflake Theme / Subtheme Seasonal / Christmas Year 2022 Pieces 139 Availability Exclusive Buy this set at Amazon eBay StockX Bricklink	Retail $9.99 Available at retail I own this set I want this set

	854050 Snowman & Reindeer Duo Theme / Subtheme Seasonal / Christmas Year 2020 Pieces 126 Availability Retired Buy this set at Amazon eBay Bricklink	Retail $9.99 Value $13.99 Growth 40.0% Annual growth 26.0% I own this set I want this set

	854037 Christmas Ornament Santa Theme / Subtheme Seasonal / Christmas Year 2020 Pieces 44 Availability Retired Buy this set at Amazon eBay Bricklink	Retail $7.99 Value $14.97 Growth 87.4% Annual growth 32.5% I own this set I want this set

	854038 Christmas Reindeer Ornament Theme / Subtheme Seasonal / Christmas Year 2020 Pieces 34 Availability Retired Buy this set at Amazon eBay Bricklink	Retail $7.99 Value $15.00 Growth 87.7% Annual growth 28.9% I own this set I want this set

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Set Details

Set number

40498-1

Name

Penguin

Theme

Seasonal

Subtheme

Christmas

Year

2021

Released

October 2021

Retired

January 2023

Availability

Retired

Pieces

244 (PPP $0.06)

Set Pricing

Retail price

$14.99

Value

$16.39

Growth

+9.34% (37 days retired)

Quick Buy

eBay

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Lowest price

$12.95

Highest price

$30.00

Amazon

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Price

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StockX

Buy

Buy/bid price

$30.00

Bricklink

Buy

Lowest price

$12.37 (NL)

Highest price

$15.23

*Listings are for new/sealed sets.

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Set Predictions

1 year forecast

$17.41Medium accuracy

5 year forecast

$21.40

$21

$22

40498 Penguin is estimated to be worth between $21 - $22 in 5 years (new/sealed).

Set Facts

The set includes a penguin model on a display platform with a a Christmas tree and 3 wrapped presents.
Penguin was designed by LEGO designer Nina Koopmann.

Regional Retail Prices (LEGO.com/Store)

United States

$14.99

United Kingdom

£13.49

Canada

$19.99

Europe

€14.99

Australia

$24.99

Barcodes

UPC

673419345705

EAN

5702016985269

Penguin Reviews

32 reviews

4.7

Collectors

Investors

Toys N Bricks

“LEGO 40498 Christmas Penguin 2021 is a holiday set that features a cute black penguin standing on a base. The base also includes a Christmas tree and 3 presents. The LEGO Christmas Penguin 2021 measures over 4.5 inches tall.”

Full review at www.toysnbricks.com

That Brick Site

“The set, numbered LEGO 40498, features a black-and-white penguin stood on an icy platform. Next to the penguin is a small Christmas tree adorned with lights, and a few gifts.”

Full review at thatbricksite.com

Subtheme Analysis

Seasonal / Christmas

Sets

Years

1999 - 2022

Lifespan

17 mos (this set 15 mos)

Annual growth

+6.27%

Community Stats

Penguin currently ranks #13 out of the top most owned sets in Seasonal Christmas.

#1Charles Dickens Tribute

#2Santa's Sleigh

#3Ice Skating Rink

#4Santa's Front Yard

#5Christmas Wreath 2-in-1

#13Penguin

#14Gingerbread House

#15Christmas Train Ride

About Seasonal Christmas

Christmas is a subtheme of Seasonal that consists of 96 sets that ran from 1999 to 2022.

Summary

Seasonal Christmas Penguin set 40498 was released in October 2021, retailing for $15, but has since been retired. New, unopened Penguin sets are valued at $16.

Celebrate the holiday season with this supercute Christmas Penguin display toy. The seabird can rotate, and also move its wings while standing on a display base next to a decorated Christmas tree and 3 wrapped presents.

Brilliant building set featuring a Christmas Penguin LEGO® model on a display platform accompanied by a Christmas tree and 3 wrapped presents.

Standing over 4.5 in. (12 cm) tall, the Christmas Penguin toy can rotate, and also move its wings.

Set Pricing Models

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New/Sealed

Machine Learning Model

Value (today)

$16.39

Accuracy

0.961600 Very high

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