LEGO Basic Set
Set #7 · 1973 · 412 pieces · Substantial build
Set Details
- Set Number
- 7
- Name
- Basic Set
- Theme
- Universal Building Set
- Year
- 1973
- Pieces
- 412
- Complexity
- Substantial
- Build Time
- 2-4 hours
- Ages
- 10+
- Type
- Play-focused
About LEGO Basic Set
LEGO Basic Set (set #7) is a detailed build with 412 pieces from the Universal Building Set theme, released in 1973. The Universal Building Set line features classic brick assortments for general building. This is a substantial-level build suitable for ages 10+, with an estimated build time of 2-4 hours. This set dates from the pre-minifigure era, before LEGO introduced its iconic yellow-faced figures in 1978.
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