617 LEGOLAND Cowboys

LEGO 617 Cowboys is a LEGOLAND Western set released in 1976, containing 42 pieces and two LEGOLAND figures. The small scene depicts two cowboys beside a fence with a black brick-built horse, created entirely from standard System elements. The figures use the early non-articulated LEGOLAND design with printed torsos and simple accessories, predating the introduction of modern minifigures in 1978. The set’s instructions were distributed as a short six-page booklet, typical of mid-1970s LEGO design documentation.

Historically, this set represents one of LEGO’s earliest experiments with Western themes, appearing decades before the dedicated Western line of the 1990s. Built during a period when all models relied on basic bricks, LEGO 617 Cowboys demonstrates how early LEGOLAND designs used minimal parts to convey recognizable themes like frontier life. Its brick-built horse and use of primary colors reflect the simplicity and creativity that characterized LEGO’s pre-minifigure era.

A new and sealed Cowboys is currently valued at around $94, with annual growth of 2.6% that is expected to level off to around 2.0% in the coming year. The average used price is $14 for those in good overall condition. Recent market trends show a period of price correction, with values declining over the past year. Based on current trends, this set could be valued near $95 within the next year.