With 616 pieces, the LEGO Mos Eisley Cantina (75052) is a compact build that doesn't waste a piece. It launched in 2014 under the Star Wars banner at $69.99. You get 8 minifigures in the box, which adds to the collectible appeal.
The price-per-piece works out to $0.114, which is solid for what you're getting.
Licensed Star Wars sets like this tend to attract both LEGO fans and franchise enthusiasts, which keeps demand high even after retirement.
Key Features
616 pieces — Solid build size with a good level of detail
8 minifigures — Solid roster of characters for play and display
$0.114 per piece — Strong price-per-piece for this theme
Episode IV collection — Sought-after corner of the Star Wars lineup
Released 2014 — Star Wars sets from this period are known for their build quality
Theme Background
The Mos Eisley Cantina falls under the LEGO Star Wars theme, sitting in the Episode IV subtheme — one of LEGO's most established and popular product lines. Launched in 2014 at $69.99, it sits in the accessible end of Star Wars. The $0.114 per piece is in line with Star Wars averages.
The Episode IV subcategory within Star Wars 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 Star Wars collection.
Why This Set Is Special
This is a standard release in the Star Wars lineup without standout collector characteristics based on current data.
Frequently Asked Questions
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