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LEGO 4597 Captain America is a Marvel Super Heroes set valued at $47 for new and sealed sets, up 212% from an original retail price of $14.99. The set retired in November 2012 with annual appreciation averaging 5.38% since. Used copies are valued between $15 and $18 depending on condition. Secondary market prices for new and sealed sets typically fall between $39 and $53. Momentum is steady, as the set has grown slower than similar retired sets over the past year.

Captain America Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Captain America since November 2016. Very high accuracy
LEGO 4597 Captain America is a Marvel Super Heroes Constraction set released in 2012, containing 44 pieces. It builds a poseable Captain America action figure using specialized joint elements and includes a bladed Vibranium shield. The model features an armored suit design and can be combined with set 4529 Iron Man to create a larger Captain America build.

A new, sealed Captain America is worth around $47 today. It has grown about 5.4% a year since retirement, and our forecast has it 9% higher a year from now. The average used price is $15 for those in good overall condition. New and sealed listings currently range from $45 to $58.
Collector and Investor Standing
Captain America comes as a buildable figure with a powered up suit and bladed Vibranium shield. Collectors give this licensed Marvel Constraction figure a steady place in the lineup; investors see more strength in it because the Marvel Super Heroes theme has held its value well over time.
52/100
Collector
A settled following
Licensed Marvel Constraction figure has its following
77/100
Investor
A cut above most
Marvel Super Heroes theme has held value
All regions

For Sale (New/Sealed)

 (US) Marvel Super Heroes - CAPTAIN AMERICA ( 4597 ) Complete NISB
BrickEconomy Choice
$38.00
(US) Marvel Super Heroes "CAPTAIN AMERICA" 4597 44pcs Age 6-12 RETIRED $39.99
-14.5%
(US) Marvel Superheroes Captain America Avengers 4597 NEW Sealed $39.99
-14.5%
(US) Marvel: Captain America (4597) $45.00
-3.8%
(US) Captain America 4597 New Sealed - Box has wear $45.00
-3.8%
(US) Captain America from BrickLink seller brickdragons $47.95
+2.5%
(US) Marvel Super Heroes Captain America 4597 Avengers Building Set 44 Pcs NEW $49.49
+5.8%
(US) Marvel Super Heroes Captain America 4597 Avengers Building Set 44 Pcs NEW $49.99
+6.9%
(US) 4597 MARVEL AVENGERS SUPER HEROES CAPTAIN AMERICA FACTORY SEALED BRAND NEW $50.00
+6.9%
(US) Captain America from BrickLink seller brickdragons $53.95
+15.3%
(US) Captain America from BrickLink seller bridom $58.00
+24.0%
(US) Marvel Super Heroes The Avengers Captain America (4597) 44 PCS. $59.99
+28.2%
(US) Marvel: Captain America (4597) New SEALED $69.99
+49.6%
(US) NEW Lego 4597 Marvel Super Heroes The Avengers Captain America FACTORY SEALED $89.95
+92.3%

For Sale (Used)

 (CA) LEGO Marvel Captain America $11.11

Sales Distribution (Last 90 Days)

This chart shows the distribution of sales for the past three months of new/sealed 4597 Captain America.

Sale Trends

This chart shows the sales trends of new/sealed 4597 Captain America.

Market Momentum

Neutral
Member interest remains high even as the set holds level. It has grown slower than similar retired sets over the past year, placing it in the bottom quarter of retired Marvel Super Heroes sets for growth.
DemandBottom 25% in Marvel Super Heroes
High demand but falling
12 months agoToday
SupplyTypical for Marvel Super Heroes
Listings up 40% this month
12 months agoToday
Growth vs peers+15% typical for Marvel Super Heroes
+1% over the past year
12 months agoToday
Outlook:15% bearish·75% neutral·10% bullish
Why it's moving, signals and outlook

Compared with other Constraction sets

For now, Captain America is in the bottom half of the Constraction sets for value.

#73 of 83 retired Marvel Super Heroes sets from 2012 to 2017
Used value as a share of new, 32%
22%87%
In the bottom quarter of the group.
#183 of 334 retired Marvel Super Heroes sets
Wanted for each member who owns it
This set
Typical
Close to the rate of retired Marvel Super Heroes sets.
All Constraction setsValueSince retail
4529 Iron Man$55+269%
4530 The Hulk$49+227%
4597 Captain America$47+212%

Sets in Marvel Super Heroes / Constraction

4529 Iron Man

Theme / Subtheme Marvel Super Heroes / Constraction
Year 2012
Pieces 44
Availability Retired
4529 LEGO Iron Man
Retail $14.99
Value $55.34
Growth  +269.2%
Annual growth 8.1%

4530 The Hulk

Theme / Subtheme Marvel Super Heroes / Constraction
Year 2012
Pieces 39
Availability Retired
4530 LEGO The Hulk
Retail $14.99
Value $48.98
Growth  +226.8%
Annual growth 6.3%

Sets in Marvel Super Heroes from 2012

6869 Quinjet Aerial Battle

Theme / Subtheme Marvel Super Heroes / Avengers
Year 2012
Pieces / Minifigs 735 / 5
Availability Retired
6869 LEGO Avengers Quinjet Aerial Battle
Retail $69.99
Value $117.72
Growth  +68.2%
Annual growth 3.0%

6868 Hulk's Helicarrier Breakout

Theme / Subtheme Marvel Super Heroes / Avengers
Year 2012
Pieces / Minifigs 389 / 4
Availability Retired
6868 LEGO Avengers Hulk's Helicarrier Breakout
Retail $49.99
Value $106.51
Growth  +113.1%
Annual growth 5.0%

6873 Doc Ock Ambush

Theme / Subtheme Marvel Super Heroes / Ultimate Spider-Man
Year 2012
Pieces / Minifigs 295 / 3
Availability Retired
6873 LEGO Ultimate Spider-Man Doc Ock Ambush
Retail $29.99
Value $100.67
Growth  +235.7%
Annual growth 8.7%

6866 Wolverine's Chopper Showdown

Theme / Subtheme Marvel Super Heroes / X-Men
Year 2012
Pieces / Minifigs 199 / 3
Availability Retired
6866 LEGO X-Men Wolverine's Chopper Showdown
Retail $19.99
Value $425.57
Growth  +2028.9%
Annual growth 17.3%

6867 Loki's Cosmic Cube Escape

Theme / Subtheme Marvel Super Heroes / Avengers
Year 2012
Pieces / Minifigs 181 / 3
Availability Retired
6867 LEGO Avengers Loki's Cosmic Cube Escape
Retail $19.99
Value $67.19
Growth  +236.1%
Annual growth 4.8%

6865 Captain America's Avenging Cycle

Theme / Subtheme Marvel Super Heroes / Avengers
Year 2012
Pieces / Minifigs 72 / 3
Availability Retired
6865 LEGO Avengers Captain America's Avenging Cycle
Retail $12.99
Value $31.94
Growth  +145.9%
Annual growth 7.2%

30162 Quinjet

Theme / Subtheme Marvel Super Heroes / Avengers
Year 2012
Pieces 33
Availability Retired
30162 LEGO Avengers Quinjet
promotional
Value $5.04
Annual growth 9.1%

Captain America Questions

What does LEGO 4597 Captain America sell for now?

A new, sealed copy of Captain America is worth about $47 today, and most sealed copies sell for between $39 and $53. A used copy in good condition goes for about $15.

When did LEGO 4597 Captain America retire?

Captain America left LEGO's shelves in November 2012 after a run of 6 months, about as long as the typical Constraction set. New copies now come only from the secondary market, where sellers on eBay and BrickLink set the price.

Is LEGO 4597 Captain America worth more than it cost?

Yes, by a wide margin. Captain America is now worth 212% more than its $14.99 retail price, about 5.4% a year. That is in line with the Constraction average of 5.9% a year.

Will LEGO 4597 Captain America go up in value?

Our forecast says yes. By this time next year, the forecast has Captain America near $51, about 9% more than today. The short-term market reading is neutral. The market signals are balanced for now. This is an estimate and markets can change.

How many pieces are in LEGO 4597 Captain America?

The set contains 44 pieces, about $0.34 each at retail.

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Captain America Reviews

46 reviews
4.7
Collectors
Investors
Brickset
“If you are into the ball-joint system, I think Captain America is a sturdy build and looks better than many of the other Buildable-Heroes. He's a little pricy, as can be expected for Hero Factory models and licensed sets, so it might be better to wait to get him on sale. But... More he has a good piece count and good posability for role play, so I'm sure many young fans will appreciate him.”
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BrickEconomy Member Review
“The standout features include an excellent shield piece with perfect printing and a highly detailed head mold featuring signature elements like the "A" and wing details. While it could use more blue to stay true to Captain America's iconic look, the unique armor pieces and overall design make it a worthwhile.”
 
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About Marvel Super Heroes Constraction

LEGO Marvel Constraction is a line of LEGO sets that was released as part of the LEGO Marvel Super Heroes theme. The sets feature buildable action figures known as constraction figures, which are made up of a combination of LEGO bricks and other elements. The constraction figures are highly poseable and can be customized with a variety of different weapons and accessories. The LEGO Marvel Constraction sets include a variety of different characters from the Marvel Comics universe, such as Spider-Man, Captain America, and Iron Man.

Constraction was introduced in 2012 and currently consists of 3 sets.
Summary
Marvel Super Heroes Constraction Captain America set 4597 was released on May 4, 2012, retailing for $15, it has since been retired. New, unopened sets are valued at $47, while used sets sell around $15.
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Captain America is more powerful than ever with his powered up suit, indestructible bladed Vibranium shield and expert martial arts and boxing abilities. Alongside the other mighty Avengers, Captain America is going to show the super villains of the world that they messed with the wrong guy! Includes Captain America buildable figure Customise your model using the flexible building system Battle with the bladed shield! Stands over 7" (18cm) tall! Build bigger figures with the exclusive high friction joints Combine with 4529 Iron Man to build the bigger Captain America! Find out more Collect the other mighty Avengers: 4529 Iron Man and 4530 Hulk!
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