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40729 LEGO Shackleton's Lifeboat
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LEGO 40729 Shackleton's Lifeboat is a Icons set currently valued at $88 for new and sealed sets. The set retired in December 2024 with annual appreciation averaging 34.20% since. Used copies are valued between $72 and $107 depending on condition. Secondary market prices for new and sealed sets typically fall between $69 and $99.

Set Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Shackleton's Lifeboat since December 2024. Very high accuracy
LEGO 40729 Shackleton's Lifeboat is an Icons Promotional set released in 2024, containing 232 pieces and 2 minifigures. It was available as a free Gift with Purchase for LEGO Insiders with 10335 The Endurance starting on Black Friday 2024. The set models the James Caird lifeboat from Ernest Shackleton’s Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition and includes named minifigures of Sir Ernest Shackleton and photographer Frank Hurley, plus a camera, stove, oars, and a sleigh. The subject references the April 1916 voyage in which Shackleton and five crew sailed roughly 800 miles from Elephant Island to South Georgia, enabling the rescue of the Endurance expedition.

A new and sealed Shackleton's Lifeboat is currently valued at around $88. The average used price is $73 for those in good overall condition. The 2 included minifigs account for approximately 50% of the set's total value. New and sealed listings currently range from $78 to $110.
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For Sale (New/Sealed)

 (US) *** Best US listing for Shackleton's Lifeboat ***
BrickEconomy Choice
$89.99
(KR) 40729 Icons Shackleton's Lifeboat NEW & SEALED Express $74.64
-15.0%
(KR) Icons 40729 Shackleton's Lifeboat 232 Pieces Collectible Set $88.02
+0.2%
(KR) 40729 Icons GWP Shackleton's Lifeboat / Unopened $89.00
+1.3%
(KR) Icons 40729 Shackleton's Lifeboat 232pcs Endurance GWP New Sealed $89.99
+2.4%
(US) Icons Shackelton's Lifeboat (40729) $89.99
+2.4%
(KR) Icons 40729 Shackleton's Lifeboat GWP New Sealed Exclusive Retired Set $91.86
+4.6%
(GB) Shackletons Lifeboat (40729) Promotional item never sold retail $94.94
+8.1%
(CA) NEW - Sealed in Box LEGO 40729 - ICONS - Shackleton's Lifeboat Exclusive $95.24
+8.4%
(KR) 40729 Icons GWP Shackleton's Lifeboat Unopened new $97.89
+11.4%
(KR) 40729 Icons GWP Shackleton's Lifeboat / Unopened $98.48
+12.1%
(KR) NEW LEGO 40729 GWP Shackleton's Lifeboat Unopened No Tariffs In US $99.00
+12.7%
(KR) 40729 Shackleton's Lifeboat 232pcs 2 Minifigs Retired Sealed Fast Ship $99.00
+12.7%
(US) Icons 40729 Shackletons Lifeboat GWP Sealed Retired 232 PCS $99.99
+13.8%
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Sales Distribution (Last 90 Days)

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Minifigs

Shackleton's Lifeboat contains 2 minifigs. All 2 minifigs are exclusive to this set.
gen189
Frank Hurley
Frank Hurley - gen189
Exclusive
Value $17.04
gen188
Sir Ernest Shackleton
Sir Ernest Shackleton - gen188
Exclusive
Value $26.67

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Shackleton's Lifeboat Reviews

24 reviews
4.8
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BrickEconomy Member Review
“The LEGO Shackleton’s Lifeboat (40729) is a meticulously crafted 232-piece set, highlighting the historic Antarctic rescue with Sir Ernest Shackleton and photographer Frank Hurley as minifigures. This free gift with purchase of the LEGO Icons Endurance set captures key survival details with accessories like oars, a stove, and Hurley’s camera, bringing this iconic expedition to life.”
New Elementary
“The Shackleton lifeboat is an incredibly sturdy and stable build. While I wouldn’t recommend an arctic travel trip with it, it seems appropriate that it mimics its real life counterpart in that way.”
Full review at www.newelementary.com

About Icons Promotional

LEGO Icons (formerly LEGO Creator Expert) is a theme focused on more advanced models that includes builds of landmarks, modular buildings, classic vehicles, pop culture builds, and home décor sets. This theme caters to experienced builders looking for intricate and detailed projects, offering a rewarding building experience with high levels of realism and complexity. Each set is designed to provide not just a construction challenge but also a display-worthy model that can be appreciated for its craftsmanship and attention to detail.

Promotional was introduced in 2021 and currently consists of 10 sets. As of today, 40729 Shackleton's Lifeboat is the most valuable Promotional set with an estimated new/factory sealed value of $88.
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Step into the Heroic Age of Antarctic Exploration with this LEGO® Icons Shackleton’s Lifeboat (40729) model boat kit for adults. Enjoy a mindful experience as you recreate the legendary lifeboat salvaged from the icebound ship?Endurance?to navigate treacherous Antarctic terrain, ultimately leading to the rescue of the ship’s entire crew. This set includes captain Sir Ernest Shackleton and photographer Frank Hurley minifigures, plus accessories including a camera, stove, oars and a sleigh.
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