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What Makes LEGO So Popular

LEGO is widely considered to be the most popular building toy on the planet. The iconic plastic blocks are played with both by children and adults alike across the globe. In recent times, The LEGO Group has cemented its status as one of the most famous toy manufacturers in history. A small Danish company has quickly transformed into a worldwide corporation thanks to its simple and multifunctional "snap together" sets that have captivated children's minds for nearly seven decades. The word "LEGO" is a combination of two Danish words, "Leg" and "Godt," which together mean "play well". The very
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LEGO 75192 Millennium Falcon

LEGO 75192 Millennium Falcon

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Year Originally Released: 2017

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LEGO 42082 Rough Terrain Crane

Set Added/Updated Sep 5th, 2024

Year Originally Released: 2018

LEGO 42081 Volvo Concept Wheel Loader ZEUX

LEGO 42081 Volvo Concept Wheel Loader ZEUX

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Year Originally Released: 2018

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LEGO 31066 Space Shuttle Explorer

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Year Originally Released: 2017

LEGO 31069 Modular Family Villa

LEGO 31069 Modular Family Villa

Set Added/Updated Sep 5th, 2024

Year Originally Released: 2017

LEGO 31067 Modular Poolside Holiday

LEGO 31067 Modular Poolside Holiday

Set Added/Updated Sep 5th, 2024

Year Originally Released: 2017

LEGO 31068 Modular Modern Home

LEGO 31068 Modular Modern Home

Set Added/Updated Sep 5th, 2024

Year Originally Released: 2017

LEGO 21137 The Mountain Cave

LEGO 21137 The Mountain Cave

Set Added/Updated Sep 5th, 2024

Year Originally Released: 2017

LEGO 75152 Imperial Assault Hovertank

LEGO 75152 Imperial Assault Hovertank

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Year Originally Released: 2016

LEGO 21043 San Francisco

LEGO 21043 San Francisco

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Year Originally Released: 2019

LEGO 6540 Pier Police

LEGO 6540 Pier Police

Parts Inventory Added/Updated Aug 25th, 2024

Year Originally Released: 1991

LEGO 75581 Minions' Music Party Bus

LEGO 75581 Minions' Music Party Bus

Parts Inventory Added/Updated Jul 13th, 2024

Year Originally Released: 2024

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LEGO 40676 The Phantom Menace

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Year Originally Released: 2024

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LEGO 75382 TIE Interceptor - UCS

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Year Originally Released: 2024

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LEGO 40686 Trade Federation Troop Carrier

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Year Originally Released: 2024

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Year Originally Released: 2024

LEGO 40675 Clone Commander Cody

LEGO 40675 Clone Commander Cody

Parts Inventory Added/Updated Jul 13th, 2024

Year Originally Released: 2024

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LEGO 75381 Droideka

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Year Originally Released: 2024

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LEGO 75380 Mos Espa Podrace

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Year Originally Released: 2024

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What Makes LEGO So Popular

LEGO is widely considered to be the most popular building toy on the planet. The iconic plastic blocks are played with both by children and adults alike across the globe. In recent times, The LEGO Group has cemented its status as one of the most famous toy manufacturers in history. A small Danish company has quickly transformed into a worldwide corporation thanks to its simple and multifunctional "snap together" sets that have captivated children's minds for nearly seven decades.

The word "LEGO" is a combination of two Danish words, "Leg" and "Godt," which together mean "play well". The very first sets were introduced to the public in 1949. Nearly 30 years later, in 1978, those sets started being complemented with human like figures. The earliest of these figures was a policeman donning a black uniform and white cap. To date, the company's designers have crafted about four million specific and separate figures that are highly collectible.

It may be difficult to believe, but in the year 2017 LEGO won the title of The Most Influential Brand In the World. In the ranking of brands by value, the toymaker placed only 196th. However, LEGO headed the list of most influential companies, surpassing Google, Nike, Disney, and many other world-renowned brands. This system of ranking took into consideration the popularity, reputation, and consumer loyalty towards the brands. This was not the first success the company had enjoyed, as in 2015 LEGO was also ranked first as the most influential brand, and in 2016 the brand was the first runner-up, right behind Disney.....

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About the ToysPeriod LEGO Set Reference Database

Established in 2010, the ToysPeriod LEGO Set Reference Database aims to be your definitive LEGO resource, containing information on over 13,000 LEGO sets from 1949 to present.

Navigate the LEGO Set Reference Database by choosing your favorite LEGO theme, decade, or part category. Whether you are searching for vintage LEGO sets or current releases, it is likely that we have information for you in our database.

Each LEGO Set Reference Database page typically includes pictures of the set and minifigures, a set filecard containing general information, as well as full color scans of the complete original LEGO instruction manual for the set, if available. Most offer a free PDF download of the LEGO building instructions for your viewing or printing. There are presently over 4000 sets with LEGO building instruction manuals in the database. These range in length from one page to over 400 pages long.

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