LEGO Penguin Holiday Ornament (853796)
- Theme
- Seasonal
- Subtheme
- Christmas
- Pieces
- 37
- Retail Price
- $7.99
- Released
- 2018
- Status
- Retired
About This Set
LEGO dropped the Penguin Holiday Ornament (853796) in 2018 as part of the Seasonal Christmas collection — a smaller set that's great for a quick session at 37 pieces with a retail price of $7.99.
At $0.216 per piece, it runs a bit higher — but that often reflects larger or more specialized elements.
It's a straightforward, well-designed set that does what Seasonal does best.
Key Features
- 37 pieces — Quick, focused build that's fun without the time commitment
- $0.216 per piece — In line with Seasonal pricing
- Christmas subtheme — A popular subcategory within Seasonal
- Released 2018 — Seasonal sets from this period are known for their build quality
Investment Analysis
The Penguin Holiday Ornament (853796) isn't retiring anytime soon, so there's no rush from an investment perspective. Sets tend to appreciate most after they leave shelves, so the real opportunity here is down the road. That said, let's look at what it's got going for it.
Overall, the investment outlook is decent.
At $7.99 retail, the best strategy is to watch for sales and stock up at a discount. Seasonal performs well on the aftermarket, and the Penguin Holiday Ornament has the right ingredients.
Theme Background
The Penguin Holiday Ornament falls under the LEGO Seasonal theme, sitting in the Christmas subtheme — a dedicated part of the LEGO catalog. Launched in 2018 at $7.99, it sits in the accessible end of Seasonal. The $0.216 per piece reflects the specialized elements and licensing that come with Seasonal.
The Christmas subcategory within Seasonal 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 Seasonal collection.
Why This Set Is Special
This is a standard release in the Seasonal lineup without standout collector characteristics based on current data.