Investing in Lego bricks: How children's toys became profitable assets

For years, Lego bricks have been considered classic children's toys and have taken on a new role – they are now seen as valuable investments. The popularity of individual sets among adults is growing, and some reach values of even a few thousand pounds. This, in turn, makes them more profitable than traditional investments in gold. How much can you earn from Lego bricks?

Investing in Lego bricks is an example of an alternative investment, often an emotional investment. Similar to collecting stamps, jewellery, or comics, such investments offer potential financial gains as well as the satisfaction and pleasure of owning unique items.

Collectors are most interested in Lego sets produced in the last 10-15 years, particularly those associated with popular movies like "Star Wars," "Harry Potter," "The Lord of the Rings," and "Pirates of the Caribbean." Noteworthy sets include the Taj Mahal and Millennium Falcon, worth several times their original price.

The key to their value is limited production, which makes them rare on the market. Limited availability raises their price, making them worth several and even a few thousand pounds.

For those who treat Lego bricks as a serious investment, two rules must be followed. First, the sets must remain in their original, unopened boxes to retain value. Second, they should be stored away from sunlight to avoid the box's colours fading under UV rays. Only in this way can you ensure that the investment will have maximum value in the future.

Investing in Lego bricks can be profitable, but it requires appropriate knowledge, patience, and market monitoring. Understanding the risks and not relying solely on this investment is essential.