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LEGO 951178 Basic Bricks is a vintage Dacta set from 1987 valued at $7 for new and sealed sets, down 35% from an original retail price of $9.99. On the used market, values range from $2 to $2 based on condition.

Set Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Basic Bricks since June 2016. High accuracy
LEGO 951178-1 Basic Bricks is a Dacta System set released in 1987, containing 18 pieces. Part of the LEGO Dacta educational range, it provides a small assortment of basic elements for instructional use. The selection includes black, red, and yellow 2x2, 2x3, and 2x4 bricks, notably a yellow 2x2 brick printed with an offset black-and-white eye pattern on opposite sides. It was suited to simple construction and classroom demonstration within the Dacta system.

A new and sealed Basic Bricks is currently valued at around $7. The average used price is $2 for those in good overall condition. Based on current trends, this set could be valued near $7 within the next year.
Basic Bricks is a relatively rare set. We have not seen set 951178-1 for sale in primary or secondary markets for over 6 months. Its market value is likely somewhat higher than our estimate. The last brand new Basic Bricks was sold on eBay.

For Sale (New/Sealed)

There are currently no new/sealed listings available for 951178 Basic Bricks at this time.
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For Sale (Used)

 (US) Used - No packaging. Mixed Era pieces. $1.99

Sets in Dacta / System

9291 Medium Basic Set

Theme / Subtheme Dacta / System
Year 1997
Pieces 822
Availability Retired
9291 LEGO Dacta System Medium Basic Set
Retail $59.50
Value $199.00
Growth  +234.5%
Annual growth 4.3%

9251 Big Bulk Set

Theme / Subtheme Dacta / System
Year 1998
Pieces 576
Availability Retired
9251 LEGO Dacta System Big Bulk Set
Retail $23.75
Value $124.99
Growth  +426.3%
Annual growth 6.1%

9255 Basic Set

Theme / Subtheme Dacta / System
Year 1992
Pieces 177
Availability Retired
9255 LEGO Dacta System Basic Set
Retail $49.99
Value $89.00
Growth  +78.0%
Annual growth 2.1%

9279 Small Building Plates

Theme / Subtheme Dacta / System
Year 1997
Pieces 9
Availability Retired
9279 LEGO Dacta System Small Building Plates
Retail $14.99
Value $33.41
Growth  +122.9%
Annual growth 2.8%

9286 Building Plates Set

Theme / Subtheme Dacta / System
Year 1998
Pieces 4
Availability Retired
9286 LEGO Dacta System Building Plates Set
Retail $20.99
Value $45.20
Growth  +115.3%
Annual growth 4.2%

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About Dacta System

The LEGO Dacta System theme, part of the broader LEGO Dacta (later known as LEGO Education) line, focuses on the traditional LEGO System of play for educational purposes. These sets, designed for classrooms and other learning environments, provide resources to help educators teach various concepts, from basic mathematics and science to storytelling and social skills. Using standard LEGO bricks and accompanying educational materials, the Dacta System theme offers a hands-on approach to learning, blending the familiarity of LEGO building with curriculum-based activities.

System consists of 6 sets that ran from 1987 to 1998. As of today, 9291 Medium Basic Set is the most valuable System set with an estimated new/factory sealed value of $199.
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