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LEGO 1987 / Duplo / Building Sets Sets

In 1987, LEGO released 3 Duplo Building Sets sets, all of these sets have been retired.
Most valuable 1987 LEGO Duplo Building Sets set
1685 Pre-School Building Set $141.50
Largest 1987 LEGO Duplo Building Sets set
1501 Yellow Bucket 68 pieces
3 sets

1488 Building Set

Theme / Subtheme Duplo / Building Sets
Year 1987
Availability Retired
1488 LEGO Duplo Building Set

1501 Yellow Bucket

Theme / Subtheme Duplo / Building Sets
Year 1987
Pieces 68
Availability Retired
1501 LEGO Duplo Yellow Bucket
Retail $19.99
Value $93.43
Growth  +367.4%
Annual growth 4.1%

1685 Pre-School Building Set

Theme / Subtheme Duplo / Building Sets
Year 1987
Pieces / Duplo figures 67 / 6
Availability Retired
1685 LEGO Duplo Pre-School Building Set
Retail $25.99
Value $141.50
Growth  +444.4%
Annual growth 10.1%

Year Pricing

Retail
~$45.98
New/Sealed
Value
~$234.93
Used
Value
~$157.54
Unfortunately, accurate retail and value pricing for all sets released in 1987 is unavailable. Some of these sets are hard to find due to age, limited production, and regional distribution.

Community Stats

The following are the top 3 most owned 1987 Duplo Building Sets sets by LEGO collectors.
#1Yellow Bucket
#2Pre-School Building Set
#3Building Set

About LEGO Duplo Building Sets

LEGO Duplo Building Sets consists of basic brick assortments designed for young children, featuring large, easy-to-handle pieces that encourage creativity and free play. These sets provide a foundation for early building skills with a variety of colorful bricks, doors, windows, and figures, allowing for open-ended construction. Aimed at preschoolers, the theme emphasizes simple stacking, imaginative play, and hands-on learning, making it a staple in the Duplo lineup.
1987 LEGO Sets
In 1987, LEGO continued its trajectory of innovation and global expansion, introducing new themes, refining existing product lines, and further integrating technology into play.