Imperial Royal Guard (sw0040b) Quick Facts
| BrickLink ID | sw0040b |
| Theme | Star Wars |
| Year Released | 2006 |
| Average Price (Used) | $6.07 |
| Average Price (New) | $9.44 |
| Price Range | $3.48 – $10.76 |
| Parts | 5 |
| Found In | 2 sets |
About Imperial Royal Guard - Black Hands
The LEGO Imperial Royal Guard (sw0040b) is a Star Wars minifigure worth $6.07 on average, released in 2006 and found in 2 sets. It has 5 individual parts.
Imperial Royal Guard - Black Hands (sw0040b) is a mid-range Star Wars minifigure valued at $6.07 on BrickLink. It comes from 2 sets. Not a headline piece, but it adds up — sellers processing bulk lots should know this figure is worth pulling and listing individually rather than bundling it into a random minifig lot.
Seller notes
- New/sealed copies sell for $9.44 vs $6.07 used — a 56% premium. If you have this figure still sealed or in excellent condition with all accessories, price it closer to the new average.
Parts in Imperial Royal Guard - Black Hands (5)
Sets containing Imperial Royal Guard - Black Hands (2)
Common questions about Imperial Royal Guard - Black Hands
How much is LEGO sw0040b (Imperial Royal Guard - Black Hands) worth in 2026?
The LEGO Imperial Royal Guard - Black Hands (sw0040b) is worth $6.07 used and $9.44 new/sealed on average, based on BrickLink sales data from the last 6 months. Prices range from $3.48 to $10.76 depending on condition. Completeness (all accessories included) and print condition are the biggest factors affecting price.
What sets include the Imperial Royal Guard - Black Hands minifigure?
Imperial Royal Guard - Black Hands appears in 2 sets: Death Star - UCS (10188-1, ~$885.07), Imperial Star Destroyer (6211-1, ~$434.49).
How do I identify Imperial Royal Guard - Black Hands?
Look for the BrickLink ID sw0040b — it's the definitive identifier for this figure. Imperial Royal Guard - Black Hands is made up of 5 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.
What's the best way to sell Imperial Royal Guard - Black Hands?
List it individually on BrickLink with the ID sw0040b — buyers search by part number and will find it. Include clear photos showing condition. At $6.07, it's worth the time to list separately rather than bundling. If you have several Star Wars figures, listing them all at once saves on the per-item effort.