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6280 LEGO Pirates Imperial Armada Armada Flagship
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6280 LEGO Pirates Imperial Armada Armada Flagship
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LEGO 6280 Armada Flagship is a vintage Pirates set from 1996 valued at $748 for new and sealed sets, up 1397% from an original retail price of $49.99. Annual appreciation has averaged 7.88% since release. Used copies are valued between $190 and $263 depending on condition. Secondary market prices for new and sealed sets typically fall between $697 and $845.

Set Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Armada Flagship since September 2016. Very high accuracy
LEGO 6280 Armada Flagship is a Pirates Imperial Armada set released in 1996, containing 284 pieces and 3 minifigures. Also known as The Santa Cruz, it includes Captain Valiant, the Admiral, and an Armada soldier. The ship features a white hull, a green cannon, and a front sail and Armada flag that are exclusive to this set. It was later re-released in 2001 as 6291 Armada Flagship.

A new and sealed Armada Flagship is currently valued at around $748, with annual growth of approximately 5%, which is lower than other Imperial Armada sets. The average used price is $219 for those in good overall condition. Based on current trends, this set could be valued near $803 within the next year. The 3 included minifigs account for approximately 33% of the set's total value.
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For Sale (New/Sealed)

 (ES) Both seals are opened. Box is in overall good condition. $663.21
-11.4%
(US) Pirates Imperial Armada Armada Flagship 6280 280 pcs Vintage Box Set
BrickEconomy Choice
$750.00
+0.2%
(US) Amazon listing for Armada Flagship $785.82
+5.0%
(ES) Ask before ordering and I'll be happy to answer any questions. $807.38
+7.9%
(NO) - price sticker top right corner on front, minor shelf wear, reasonably good conditio... $839.91
+12.2%
(US) This set is Brand New and Sealed. We are the original owner and bought it new off the... $950.00
+26.9%
(AU) Pirates Spaniard Ship 6291 Armada Flagship 6280 Reissue (New Sealed) $1,129.40
+50.9%

Sales Distribution (Last 90 Days)

This chart shows the distribution of sales for the past three months of new/sealed 6280 Armada Flagship.

Related Sets

6291 Armada Flagship

Theme Pirates
Year 2001
Pieces / Minifigs 280 / 3
Availability Retired
6291 LEGO Pirates Armada Flagship
Retail $49.99
Value $1,379.07
Growth  +2658.7%
Annual growth 9.9%

Sets in Pirates / Imperial Armada

6244 Sentry

Theme / Subtheme Pirates / Imperial Armada
Year 1996
Pieces / Minifigs 71 / 1
Availability Retired
6244 LEGO Pirates Imperial Armada Sentry
Retail $8.75
Value $128.66
Growth  +1370.4%
Annual growth 6.8%

6232 Skeleton Crew

Theme / Subtheme Pirates / Imperial Armada
Year 1996
Pieces / Minifigs 28 / 2
Availability Retired
6232 LEGO Pirates Imperial Armada Skeleton Crew
Retail $2.99
Value $80.00
Growth  +2575.6%
Annual growth 8.8%

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Armada Flagship Reviews

24 reviews
4.8
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Steve's LEGO Blog
“This set is the best release in Wave four; we see the second (and last) set devoted to the Armada. Whilst this ship might be far too small to be considered a “Flagship” I have always viewed it as a brilliant trading vessel, the ship is beautifully designed and the white... More hull, green cannon, front sail and flag are all unique to this set (I think), we even get an anchor again after so many years without one.”
Full review at legosteveblog.blogspot.com
Eurobricks
“It's a simply amazing set- I think the fact that it was remade in the LEGENDS series really said something. Out of all the pirates sets they could have chosen.. why this one? Simply put, it has a fantastic design packed with details, colors, rare pieces, minifigs, and... More everything that a truly Classic Pirates set should have. I'm very proud and fortunate to own this little beauty, and I believe that it is on of the THE best sets I own. If you have any interesting in this rainbow masterpiece, definitely consider making a BrickLink order soon”
Full review at www.eurobricks.com

About Pirates Imperial Armada

Imperial Armada was a subtheme of Pirates that was introduced in 1996 and only had 3 sets that lasted one year. The Armada replaced the Imperial Guards as adversaries of the pirates. Imperial Armada minifigures were based on the Spanish conquistadors and the Spanish Navy of the 16th and 17th century.

Imperial Armada was introduced in 1996 and currently consists of 3 sets. As of today, 6280 Armada Flagship is the most valuable Imperial Armada set with an estimated new/factory sealed value of $748.
Summary
Pirates Imperial Armada Armada Flagship set 6280 was released in May 1996, retailing for $50, but has since been retired. New, unopened Armada Flagship sets are valued at $748, while used sets can be found for $219 in good condition.
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The mission of the Imperial Armada is to protect the royal gold. Will they be able to withstand a Pirate attack? With exciting sets from the Imperial Armada collection, only you, the LEGO MANIAC, can rule the high seas!
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