LEGO dropped the Yoshis' Egg-cellent Forest (71428) in 2024 as part of the Super Mario Expansion Set collection — a neat little set at 107 pieces with a retail price of $9.99. The set includes 2 minifigures, adding play and display value.
You're looking at $0.093 per piece, which holds up well against other Super Mario sets.
Between the Super Mario branding and the build itself, the Yoshis' Egg-cellent Forest has the kind of dual appeal that collectors look for.
Key Features
107 pieces — Quick, focused build that's fun without the time commitment
2 minifigures — Collectible characters from Super Mario
$0.093 per piece — Better value than the Super Mario average
Expansion Set subtheme — A popular subcategory within Super Mario
From 2024 — Modern LEGO design and packaging quality
Theme Background
As a 2024 addition to Super Mario, part of the Expansion Set subcollection, the Yoshis' Egg-cellent Forest slots into the more affordable side of Super Mario. Super mario is part of LEGO's broader product lineup, and at $9.99 this set is priced accordingly. The $0.093 price-per-piece makes it one of the stronger values in Super Mario right now.
Collectors following Super Mario specifically should note the Expansion Set subtheme — it's a category that tends to draw attention and hold value, especially as sets in this tier age out of production.
Why This Set Is Special
Strong part-out value at 1.9x. Parts are worth $19.48 vs $9.99 retail (1.9x ratio). Theme average is 2.5x.
Frequently Asked Questions
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