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6279 LEGO Pirates Skull Island
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LEGO 6279 Skull Island is a vintage Pirates set from 1995 valued at $886 for new and sealed sets, up 1572% from an original retail price of $53.00. Annual appreciation has averaged 8.36% since release. Used copies are valued between $155 and $189 depending on condition. Secondary market prices for new and sealed sets typically fall between $741 and $1,193.

Set Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Skull Island since September 2016. Very high accuracy
LEGO 6279 Skull Island is a Pirates set released in 1995, containing 378 pieces and 6 minifigures. The build depicts a three-story pirate hideout set over a large cave, featuring a sliding skull-shaped door that lets small boats enter to unload treasure. Play features include a rotating crane on the upper level for moving barrels, a trapdoor on the second floor that conceals weapons, and a long jetty equipped with a cannon. The set also includes two rowboats, a parrot, and a monkey.

A new and sealed Skull Island is currently valued at around $886, with annual growth of approximately 8%. The average used price is $158 for those in good overall condition. New and sealed listings currently range from $896 to $1,184. Based on current trends, this set could be valued near $954 within the next year.
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For Sale (New/Sealed)

 (CA) BOX IN VERY GOOD CONDITION $659.53
-25.6%
(US) This set is Brand New and Sealed. We are the original owner and bought it new off the... $840.65
-5.1%
(US) Pirates: Skull Island (6279)
BrickEconomy Choice
$849.99
-4.1%
(US) Pirates 6279 Skull Island, Sealed, New In Box $900.00
+1.6%
(US) Amazon listing for Skull Island $930.39
+5.0%
(US) Pirates: Skull Island (6279)-Brand New In Factory Sealed Box $934.99
+5.5%
(DE) good condition with a few flaws sealed feel free to ask for pictures $957.31
+8.0%
(DE) 6279 Skull Island New MISB Sealed Pirates Pirates 6285 6286 Island $1,002.92
+13.2%
(DE) System 6279 NEW and Factory Sealed Skull Island Attic Find $1,152.79
+30.1%
(JP) System Pirates Skull Island 6279 In 1995 New Retired $1,184.00
+33.6%
(JP) System Pirates Skull Island 6279 In 1995 New Retired from japan $1,198.99
+35.3%
(HU) the box and the seals are in great shape $1,271.49
+43.5%

Sales Distribution (Last 90 Days)

This chart shows the distribution of sales for the past three months of new/sealed 6279 Skull Island.

Sets in Pirates

6263 Imperial Outpost

Theme / Subtheme Pirates / Imperial Guards
Year 1995
Pieces / Minifigs 216 / 4
Availability Retired
6263 LEGO Pirates Imperial Guards Imperial Outpost
Retail $27.50
Value $437.88
Growth  +1492.3%
Annual growth 6.0%

1788 Treasure Chest

Theme Pirates
Year 1995
Pieces / Minifigs 159 / 4
Availability Retired
1788 LEGO Pirates Treasure Chest
Retail $21.99
Value $1,377.88
Growth  +6165.9%
Annual growth 14.3%

6254 Rocky Reef

Theme Pirates
Year 1995
Pieces / Minifigs 103 / 3
Availability Retired
6254 LEGO Pirates Rocky Reef
Retail $14.99
Value $183.26
Growth  +1122.5%
Annual growth 6.2%

My Collection

Skull Island Reviews

31 reviews
4.9
Collectors
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Lego Maniacs' Guide
“I needed a good pirate base as an opposing headquarters to the Imperial Trading Post and I'm satisfied I found it with Skull Island. This medium size model isn't quite as large as the trading post, but it is a fairly sturdy structure with a "keep out" attitude that is just... More right for pirates.”
Full review at adequate.com
Eurobricks
“In my opinion this is one of the best pirate sets ever made beside the ships, it's got great playability, and the skull-like door is designed very well also. You got plenty of minifigs, along with an ape and a parrot, and also lots of guns. Clearly a 10/10 for me, Pirates... More ON!”
Full review at www.eurobricks.com

About Pirates

Pirates was a LEGO theme introduced in 1989, running until 1997 and focused on the classic idea of Caribbean pirates that were pitted against soldiers of colonial empires. As the series progressed through the years, more factions were introduced and the older ones were phased out of production. The Pirates were one of the first two original factions in the theme to be introduced.
Summary
Pirates Skull Island set 6279 was released in August 1995, retailing for $53, but has since been retired. New, unopened Skull Island sets are valued at $886, while used sets can be found for $158 in good condition.
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Captain Redbeard and his renegade Pirates want to get their hands on the Imperial gold. With the building sets from the LEGO SYSTEM Pirate collection, only you, the LEGO MANIAC, can help keep the gold with its rightful owners.
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