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Set # 43225
Released 2023
Pieces 1808
Price / Piece 5.3¢
Figures 5
Age 18+
Scale & Brick Value Piece Volume & Pricing Ranks
Piece Rank
#122
Top 8% active
Historic Scale
#356 Top 2% of 20,150
Part Efficiency
#92 5.2¢/pc • Top 6%
Collector Insights Verified Oct 11, 2026
Includes 11 exclusive molds and 6 rare elements recorded across official inventories.
This set also includes 4 light extensions
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Set 43225 Build Specifications & Overview
Complete build timeline, spatial dimensions, and display footprint analysis.
Value Breakdown
- Est. Build Time (*Pieces per minute)
- Casual 15.3h 2 ppm*AFOL (Avg) 7.7h 4 ppm*Master Builder 4.4h 7 ppm*
- Avg Price / Hour
- $12.47/hr
- Price Per Basic Brick
- $0.03
Specialty Part Value
Minifigures (5) $25.00
Animals (8) $16.00
Specialty Total $41.00
Highly valuable! 67% cheaper than average LEGO sets.
Display Dimensions
Height 12.6 in (32.0 cm) 33 Bricks high
Width 12.2 in (31.0 cm) 39 Studs wide
Depth 7.9 in (20.1 cm) 25 Studs deep
Display Footprint 96.4 sq in (621.9 sq cm) 39 × 25 Studs
The Scale Check
Height equivalent to approx 8.0 minifigures stacked.
Display Fit
Oversized: Requires Deep Tabletop Surface
Building Instructions
Download or view the official PDF
Third-Party Display Extension
Lighting the Depths: Best LED Kits for the Mermaid Royal Clamshell
BUILDS:4|STARTER: $34.98|PRO: $59.99|MEDIAN: $39.99
From budget micro-LEDs to premium integrated harnesses, these four kits illuminate the clamshell's interior, throne, and exterior glow with distinct wiring philosophies. The market spans $34.98 to $59.99, offering remote control variants and modular expansion boards for continuous display power.
budget floor
Budget Brilliance for the Undersea Throne
$34.98
Starting At
Classic Version$34.98
Remote Control Version$41.98
Starting at $34.98, BrickBling is the most affordable option, focusing on warm interior glow and accent lighting. Its modular micro-LEDs offer clean concealment, and you can choose between Classic or Remote Control versions. Ideal for collectors who want a solid first lighting experience without committing to premium tiers.
Set Cost Ratio36.44%
RGB CapableNo
RemoteAvailable
Price Rank#1 of 4
budget mid
+$2.01(vs Cheapest Starter Kit)
Modular Mid-Range for Reliable Glow
$36.99
Starting At
Classic$36.99
Remote$54.99
Priced from $36.99, Game of Bricks sits in the budget-mid range, emphasizing scalable lighting zones. Its modular expansion boards ensure reliable connections, and you can opt for Classic or Remote versions. Best for builders who like to expand lighting piece by piece.
Set Cost Ratio38.54%
RGB CapableNo
RemoteAvailable
Price Rank#2 of 4
median standard
+$5.01(vs Cheapest Starter Kit)
Balanced Standard with Remote Versatility
$39.99
Starting At
Classic$39.99
Remote$59.99
At $39.99, LeLightGo hits the median price point, delivering a standard lighting experience with budget-friendly components. Modular micro-LEDs are easy to hide, and Classic or Remote variants are available. A versatile choice for those wanting a dependable kit without going premium.
Set Cost Ratio41.66%
RGB CapableNo
RemoteAvailable
Price Rank#3 of 4
premium ceiling
+$25.01(vs Cheapest Starter Kit)
Premium Simplicity with Integrated Harness
$59.99
Starting At
Standard Version$59.99
Starting at $59.99, Lightailing is the premium tier, focusing on a pre-soldered integrated harness for a straightforward install and thicker wires. Offered as a single standard edition, it provides a unified lighting solution. Perfect for those who prefer a no-fuss approach with higher upfront investment.
Set Cost Ratio62.5%
RGB CapableNo
RemoteNone
Price Rank#4 of 4
Lighting kits and display add-ons are custom third-party accessories produced independently. They are not manufactured, sponsored, or endorsed by the LEGO Group.
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