cop042·Town / City·1978
BrickLink completed sales. Prices updated March 2026.
#9 most valuable in Town / City · #397 of 18,042 priced minifigs
| BrickLink ID | cop042 |
| Theme | Town / City |
| Year Released | 1978 |
| Average Price (Used) | $40.91 |
| Price Range | $40.91 to $40.91 |
| Value Rank (Town / City) | #9 of 3,665 |
| Value Rank (All Minifigs) | #397 of 18,042 |
| Parts | 4 |
| Found In | 1 set |
Weekly snapshots of the BrickLink 6-month rolling average. Flat over this period.
| Date | Used avg | New avg |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 13, 2026 | $40.91 | n/a |
| Jul 20, 2026 | $40.91 | n/a |
| Jul 27, 2026 | $40.91 | n/a |
| Aug 3, 2026 | $40.91 | n/a |
The LEGO Police (cop042) is a Town / City minifigure worth $40.91 on average, released in 1978 and found in 1 set. It has 4 individual parts. By value, it ranks #9 of 3,665 Town / City minifigures and #397 of 18,042 priced LEGO minifigures overall. The Town / City theme average is $2.57, making this figure above average for its theme.
Police - Torso Sticker with 4 Buttons, Badge, and Collar, Black Legs, White Hat (cop042) sells for around $40.91 on BrickLink and was only available in one set (Town Square). For sellers, that single-set exclusivity is what keeps the price above the Town / City theme average of $2.57. As a vintage piece, condition matters a lot. Figures with tight joints and no yellowing will fetch the upper end of the price range.
The LEGO Police - Torso Sticker with 4 Buttons, Badge, and Collar, Black Legs, White Hat (cop042) is worth $40.91 used on average, based on BrickLink sales data from the last 6 months. Prices range from $40.91 to $40.91 depending on condition. This is above the Town / City theme average of $2.57. Completeness (all accessories included) and print condition are the biggest factors affecting price.
Police - Torso Sticker with 4 Buttons, Badge, and Collar, Black Legs, White Hat appears in 1 set: Town Square (1589-1, ~$383.13). Since it was only in one set, it can't be sourced elsewhere. That scarcity is reflected in the price.
Look for the BrickLink ID cop042. It's the definitive identifier for this figure. Police - Torso Sticker with 4 Buttons, Badge, and Collar, Black Legs, White Hat is made up of 4 parts (a standard minifigure assembly). The parts breakdown on this page shows each component with colors. If you have a loose figure and aren't sure what it is, the brick'em scanner can identify it from a photo in a few seconds.
List it individually on BrickLink with the ID cop042. Buyers search by part number and will find it. Include clear photos showing condition. At $40.91, it's worth the time to list separately rather than bundling. If you have several Town / City figures, listing them all at once saves on the per-item effort.
At $40.91 average, yes. Buyers at this price point expect a complete figure with all accessories, no major scratches on printed elements, and tight joints. For a figure from 1978, also check for yellowing on white or light gray parts. UV exposure over time causes discoloration that significantly impacts value. If you have the figure new/sealed, keep it protected. The premium for mint condition is significant.
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