The LEGO System i Leg Basic Set theme, active during the late 1950s, includes foundational sets that were pivotal in the early development of LEGO's brick system. Notable sets in this theme include the "1234-4 LEGO Mursten System i Leg 1x1 Letter Bricks," which provided small, letter-printed bricks for building and learning, and the "LEGO Bricks Box" from 1958, which offered a variety of basic bricks for creative construction. These sets were crucial in establishing LEGO's reputation for innovative, interlocking bricks that encouraged creativity and learning.
1959 LEGO Sets
1959 was a year of international expansion and creative growth. LEGO established companies in France, Belgium, Britain, and Sweden, extending its European reach. The Futura department was also founded in Billund to focus on design innovation and long-term product development, including set concepts, parts, and new technologies. While few new sets were released, Futura’s work would later lead to several of LEGO’s most influential themes.