LEGO CMF Series 1 Guide: Values and Rare Figures

LEGO Collectible Minifigures Series 1 (set 8683) launched in 2010 as the first blind bag minifigure series LEGO ever made, and it's still one of the most searched CMF sets in the reseller world. If you're holding one of these 16 figures right now, current BrickLink data puts loose, unpackaged prices anywhere from about $4.50 for a common figure like the Magician up to around $16.80 for a Forestman, with sealed or new condition figures running noticeably higher across the board.

I've sorted through more Series 1 lots than I can count, and the short version is this: most of the 16 figures in this set are affordable and easy to find, but a handful command real money, and a lot of sellers still confuse this series with rarer, unrelated CMF releases. In my experience, the biggest mistakes people make with Series 1 are misidentifying loose figures, assuming every figure is worth "vintage" money, and mixing this set up with the ultra rare Series 10 exclusive that gets brought up in the same breath.

• Series 1 (8683) contains 16 minifigures released in 2010, and it was the set that started LEGO's entire Collectible Minifigures line.
• Loose Series 1 figures currently range from roughly $4.50 to $16.80 used on BrickLink, with new/complete examples generally selling higher.
• Forestman, Zombie, Circus Clown, and Tribal Hunter are the four strongest values in the set right now based on current BrickLink pricing.
• Mr. Gold is NOT part of Series 1. He's a Series 10 exclusive that regularly sells for thousands, and confusing the two is one of the most common Series 1 search mistakes.

What Exactly Is LEGO CMF Series 1?

LEGO Collectible Minifigures Series 1, officially set 8683, is the 16 figure blind bag lineup LEGO released in 2010 that kicked off the entire Collectible Minifigures line. It introduced characters like the Zombie, Cave Man, Robot, and Cheerleader in individual foil packs with no way to tell which figure was inside just by looking at the bag.

Before Series 1, LEGO had never sold minifigures this way. Each bag looked identical from the outside, and the only accessories were the ones packed with that specific character, which is part of why this set became such a fan favorite. I'm always a little surprised how many people selling loose LEGO lots don't realize they're holding a piece of that history when a Series 1 figure turns up.

From a reseller's perspective, Series 1 is a great entry point into CMF collecting because it's old enough to have real demand, but common enough that you can usually find complete or near complete figures without paying vintage-castle-set money.

How Do You Identify a Series 1 Minifigure Without the Box?

You identify a loose Series 1 minifigure by comparing the head, hair or hat piece, torso print, and any accessories against reference photos, since none of the 16 figures share an identical combination of parts. In my experience, the fastest way to get it right is a side by side photo comparison rather than trying to recall details from memory.

A lot of the mix-ups I see happen with the more generic looking figures, like confusing the Skater with another figure in a similar color hoodie, or mixing up the Spaceman's helmet with a different astronaut style figure from a later series. When I sort bulk lots, I always double check the torso print and any tool or prop that came in the bag, since accessories get separated more often than people expect.

This is honestly the exact problem we built brick'em to solve. Instead of manually cross-referencing photos, you can snap a picture of a loose figure and get an identification back along with current pricing, which is a lot faster when you're working through a big lot instead of one figure at a time. If you want to check your own figures against a real LEGO minifigure database, that's the fastest way to confirm what you're holding.

What Are All 16 LEGO CMF Series 1 Minifigures Worth?

Based on current BrickLink pricing, loose Series 1 figures range from about $4.50 to nearly $17 used, with new or complete figures running higher across almost every character in the set. Prices move constantly, so treat this as a snapshot rather than a fixed number, and always check current sold listings before pricing your own inventory.

Minifigure	BrickLink ID	Used (approx.)	New (approx.)
Forestman	col014	$16.80	$32.17
Zombie	col005	$12.26	$20.20
Circus Clown	col004	$11.93	$20.12
Tribal Hunter	col001	$11.20	$19.09
Robot	col007	$8.07	$23.58
Super Wrestler	col010	$8.60	$16.92
Nurse	col011	$8.52	$17.02
Demolition Dummy	col008	$6.28	$14.36
Ninja	col012	$6.82	$13.53
Cowboy	col016	$7.16	$10.86
Deep Sea Diver	col015	$6.52	$9.85
Caveman	col003	$5.97	$9.47
Spaceman	col013	$5.39	$10.27
Cheerleader	col002	$5.14	$8.03
Skater	col006	$5.01	$7.70
Magician	col009	$4.54	$9.86

Want a live number instead of a snapshot? Our LEGO collection value calculator pulls current pricing so you're not working off a table that's already a few months stale.

Which Series 1 Minifigures Are Actually Worth the Most Right Now?

Right now, Forestman, Zombie, Circus Clown, and Tribal Hunter are the four strongest values in the Series 1 lineup, all sitting above $11 used and well above $19 new on BrickLink. That surprises a lot of people who assume the Zombie is automatically the most valuable figure in the set just because it gets talked about the most online.

I noticed this myself the first time I ran a full Series 1 set through pricing tools. Forestman doesn't get nearly the attention the Zombie does in collector forums, but it's currently pricing higher on both the used and new side. My take is that the Zombie's reputation comes from how often it's cited as the "iconic" Series 1 figure, not necessarily because it's the single most valuable one on any given day.

If you're deciding what to hold onto versus sell quickly out of a bulk lot, I'd start with these four figures and price the rest of the set as filler value, since the gap between the top tier and the rest of the lineup is real.

Is the Zombie Really the Rarest Figure in Series 1?

The Zombie is one of the most requested Series 1 figures and consistently prices near the top of the set, but based on current data it's not automatically the single rarest or most valuable figure, since Forestman currently prices slightly higher. "Rarest" and "most requested" get used interchangeably online, and that's part of where the confusion comes from.

From what I've seen, the Zombie's popularity comes from crossover demand. It appeals to horror collectors and general LEGO collectors at the same time, which keeps buyer interest high even when supply isn't especially tight. That's a different kind of value driver than a figure that's simply harder to find in complete condition.

My honest recommendation if you're chasing rare Series 1 figures specifically for resale: track current sold prices across a few figures rather than assuming reputation equals value, since the ranking can shift.

Wait, Isn't Mr. Gold Part of Series 1?

No, Mr. Gold is not part of Series 1. He's an exclusive figure from Series 10, released years later in extremely limited numbers, and he currently sells for well over $4,500 used and over $8,000 new on BrickLink, which is dramatically higher than anything in the Series 1 lineup.

This mix-up shows up constantly in search terms and in casual conversation, probably because both are treated as "the classic rare CMF" by people newer to collecting. I get why the confusion happens, but it's worth being precise about this if you're pricing a collection or writing up a listing, because calling a Series 1 figure "as rare as Mr. Gold" is going to set the wrong buyer expectation.

If you're trying to figure out where a specific gold or metallic looking figure actually falls in LEGO's CMF timeline, that's exactly the kind of lookup a proper minifigure database is built for, rather than relying on memory or forum posts.

Where Should You Buy or Sell Series 1 Minifigures?

BrickLink is generally the best place to both source and sell individual Series 1 figures because it's built around piece-by-piece and figure-by-figure trading with reliable pricing history, while eBay and Whatnot work better when you're moving a full set or a themed lot to a broader audience. Facebook Marketplace is worth checking for local bulk lots that might contain Series 1 figures mixed in with newer sets.

In my view, BrickLink earns its reputation as the closest thing the LEGO resale world has to a real pricing exchange. It's where I go first to sanity check a number before I trust it. eBay tends to move faster for a complete set of all 16 figures since it puts the listing in front of a much bigger, more general audience, though promoted listing fees can eat into your margin if you need visibility to get eyes on it. Whatnot can work well for CMF content too, especially if you're already running shows and can talk through the set live, but it takes time to build that audience.

A lot of sellers I know treat individual loose Series 1 figures as BrickLink inventory and save eBay or Whatnot for complete sets or larger themed lots, and that split has generally worked out well from what I've observed.

How Do You Know If You Have a Complete Series 1 Set?

You have a complete Series 1 set when you can account for all 16 figures with their correct hair, hats, torsos, legs, and any character specific accessories, since a "complete" figure missing its prop or headpiece typically prices closer to an incomplete one. This is where a lot of bulk lot value gets lost by accident.

Here's a quick checklist I personally use when sorting a lot that might contain Series 1 figures:

• Confirm you have all 16 characters: Tribal Hunter, Cheerleader, Caveman, Circus Clown, Zombie, Skater, Robot, Demolition Dummy, Magician, Super Wrestler, Nurse, Ninja, Spaceman, Forestman, Deep Sea Diver, and Cowboy.
• Check that each figure has its original accessory, like the Robot's antenna piece or the Deep Sea Diver's flippers.
• Look for cracking or discoloration on hands and heads, which is common on figures this age and affects price.
• Separate any figures with swapped or mismatched parts before you price or list them.

If you're working through a mixed bulk lot and trying to figure out what's actually inside before you invest time sorting it, that's a good use case for scanning tools built for exactly this, since manually cross-referencing 16 similar looking figures against reference photos gets tedious fast.

Is Investing in LEGO CMF Series 1 Still Worth It in 2026?

Series 1 can still be a reasonable long-term hold for the top tier figures like Forestman and Zombie, but I wouldn't call the whole set a strong investment category on its own, since most of the 16 figures are common enough that supply keeps prices fairly steady rather than climbing fast. Treat it more like a fun, historically significant entry point than a guaranteed appreciating asset.

I personally think the more interesting opportunity with Series 1 right now is picking up incomplete or mixed lots cheaply, since a lot of casual sellers still don't realize which figures in the set are worth sorting out individually versus bulk selling. That gap is where I've made the better margin, not from holding onto sealed figures and hoping for appreciation.

If you do want to track value over time, run your figures through our LEGO investment calculator periodically rather than relying on a number you saw once in a blog post or forum thread, since CMF pricing shifts with demand and new series releases.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many minifigures are in LEGO CMF Series 1?

LEGO CMF Series 1 (set 8683) contains 16 minifigures total, released in 2010 as the very first series in LEGO's Collectible Minifigures line. There are no additional secret or bonus figures beyond the standard 16 characters that shipped in that original blind bag release.

What is the most valuable Series 1 minifigure?

Based on current BrickLink pricing, Forestman is currently the top value in the set at roughly $16.80 used and $32.17 new, narrowly ahead of Zombie, Circus Clown, and Tribal Hunter. Prices shift over time, so it's worth checking current listings before assuming any single figure holds the top spot permanently.

Is Mr. Gold part of LEGO CMF Series 1?

No. Mr. Gold is an exclusive figure from Series 10, not Series 1, and it sells for thousands of dollars due to its extremely limited release. Confusing the two is common in casual conversation, but they come from completely different series released years apart with very different rarity levels.

How can I tell which Series 1 figure I have if it's not in the original bag?

Compare the head, hair or hat piece, torso print, and any included accessories against verified reference photos, since no two of the 16 figures share an identical combination. Tools like a bulk minifigure scanner can speed this up significantly when you're sorting more than a handful of loose figures at once.

Where's the best place to sell a complete Series 1 set?

BrickLink tends to work well for individual figures since buyers there are specifically shopping for CMF pieces, while eBay or Whatnot generally reach a broader audience for a complete 16 figure set sold as one lot. Facebook Marketplace is mainly useful for local bulk lots that might contain Series 1 figures mixed in.