With 1,197 pieces, the LEGO Trafalgar Square (21045) is a solid build with a good amount of detail. It launched in 2019 under the Architecture banner at $79.99.
At $0.067 per piece, you're getting excellent bang for your buck here.
Whether you're building for display or thinking long-term, the Trafalgar Square has the piece count and theme appeal to make it worthwhile.
Key Features
1,197 pieces — Solid build size with a good level of detail
$0.067 per piece — Strong price-per-piece for this theme
Landmark Series collection — Sought-after corner of the Architecture lineup
Released 2019 — Architecture sets from this period are known for their build quality
Theme Background
The Trafalgar Square falls under the LEGO Architecture theme, sitting in the Landmark Series subtheme — a dedicated part of the LEGO catalog. Launched in 2019 at $79.99, it sits in the accessible end of Architecture. At $0.067 per piece, it punches above its weight on value.
The Landmark Series subcategory within Architecture has its own collector base, and sets in this range tend to hold interest well after retirement. Worth keeping on the radar if you're building a Architecture collection.
Why This Set Is Special
Strong appreciation at +87%. Market value of $149.95 represents a 87% premium over its $79.99 retail price.
Top 10% value in Architecture — At $0.067 per piece (#5 of 51), this is one of the best value-for-money sets in Architecture.
Strong part-out value at 1.7x — Parts are worth $132.11 vs $79.99 retail (1.7x ratio). Theme average is 1.9x.
Frequently Asked Questions
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