LEGO part 42409: Snowflake / Star 4 x 4

Specifications
| Reference | 42409 |
|---|---|
| Category | Rock |
| Material | ABS plastic |
| Colours | 8 |
| Sets | 57 |
| Listed pieces | 93 |
| First appearance | 2002 |
| Latest appearance | 2026 |
| Element (Trans-Light Blue) | 6278421 · 6136391 |
LEGO part 42409, Snowflake / Star 4 x 4, belongs to the Rock category. It exists in 8 colours and appears in 57 sets of our database, from 2002 to 2026, for a total of 93 listed pieces. Its most common colour is Trans-Light Blue.
Number 42409 identifies the shape and is moulded under the part. Each colour also has its own element ID, the one Pick a Brick uses: in trans-light blue, it is 6278421.
Part 42409 through the years
The oldest set in our database that contains part 42409 is 5850 The Royal Crystal Palace, released in 2002 in the Belville theme. It is still in use: the most recent set featuring it, 76354 S.H.I.E.L.D. Helicarrier, dates from 2026.
Its peak year is 2025, with 10 sets containing it. The set with the most copies is 43197 The Ice Castle: 4 copies, against an average of 1.6 per set.
It is spread across several themes, led by Disney (37%), Seasonal (21%) and Belville (9%). With 57 sets, it ranks no. 1,551 of 2,731 parts in our database and no. 11 of 12 in the Rock category.
Sets containing part 42409, by period
| Period | Sets | |
|---|---|---|
| 2002-2009 | 7 | |
| 2010-2019 | 15 | |
| 2020-2026 | 35 |
Colours of part 42409
2 colours appear in only one set: light bluish gray (76354 S.H.I.E.L.D. Helicarrier) and trans-neon orange (80106 Story of Nian). 6 of its 8 colours are transparent.
| Colour (element ID) | Sets | Pieces | Example sets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trans-Light Blue6278421 · 6136391 | 38 | 57 | 717414322243197 |
| Trans-Purple6093464 · 4180447 | 5 | 8 | 4106276007581 |
| Trans-Yellow6278419 · 6116738 | 5 | 5 | 403381026310249 |
| Trans-Clear6519647 | 4 | 6 | 764694184343263 |
| Pearl Gold6438236 | 3 | 6 | 432224184340743 |
| Trans-Medium Blue4163622 | 2 | 5 | 58505843 |
| Light Bluish Gray6587051 | 1 | 4 | 76354 |
| Trans-Neon Orange6334135 | 1 | 2 | 80106 |
Where to buy part 42409
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Sets that include part 42409
Sets ranked by popularity that include at least one part 42409, in any colour.
71741NINJAGO City Gardens2021 · 5,710 piecesView the set
41062Elsa's Sparkling Ice Castle2015 · 292 piecesView the set
43222Disney Castle2023 · 4,837 piecesView the set
43197The Ice Castle2021 · 1,709 piecesView the set
43194Anna and Elsa's Frozen Wonderland2021 · 154 piecesView the set
43172Elsa's Magical Ice Palace2019 · 701 piecesView the set
40338 Christmas Tree2019 · 392 pieces
41168 Elsa's Jewelry Box Creation2019 · 301 pieces
10263 Winter Village Fire Station2018 · 1,166 pieces
10249 Winter Toy Shop2015 · 898 pieces
41155 Elsa's Market Adventure2018 · 125 pieces
80106 Story of Nian2021 · 1,076 pieces
41148 Elsa's Magical Ice Palace2017 · 701 pieces
41068 Arendelle Castle Celebration2016 · 477 pieces
10222 Winter Village Post Office2011 · 822 pieces
10199 Winter Toy Shop2009 · 815 pieces
43186 Bruni the Salamander Buildable Character2021 · 96 pieces
41382 Friends Advent Calendar 20192019 · 330 pieces
10736 Anna & Elsa's Frozen Playground2017 · 94 pieces
70636 Zane - Spinjitzu Master2018 · 70 pieces
21308 Adventure Time2016 · 496 pieces
76354 S.H.I.E.L.D. Helicarrier2026 · 3,057 pieces
43019 Football2026 · 1,498 pieces
43287 Olaf and Bruni’s Picnic Fun2026 · 478 pieces
76469 Dobby the Free Elf2026 · 379 pieces
40871 Gift Box Celebration2026 · 224 pieces
43281 Elsa's Ice Castle & Snow Ride Adventure2026 · 216 pieces
42698 Friends Advent Calendar 20262026 · 210 pieces
12009 Ninjago: Destiny's Bounty Adventures2026 · 125 pieces
41843 Family Christmas Tree Decoration2025 · 3,171 pieces
43263 Beauty and the Beast Castle2025 · 2,916 pieces
80118 Fortune Firecracker2025 · 1,039 pieces
77057 Creative Houses: Seasons of Fun2025 · 814 pieces
77037 Aloy & Varl vs. Shell-Walker & Sawtooth2025 · 768 pieces
43278 Mini Arendelle Castle & Elsa's Ice Palace2025 · 306 pieces
43273 Disney Frozen Advent Calendar 20252025 · 231 pieces
40758 Celebration: Ferris Wheel with Fireworks2025 · 230 pieces
43256 Anna's Sleigh Adventure2025 · 192 pieces
43265 Arendelle Frozen Castle2025 · 177 pieces
43244 Elsa's Ice Palace2024 · 630 pieces
75682 Elphaba & Glinda Figures2024 · 558 pieces
40743 Christmas Table Decoration2024 · 433 pieces
40689 Firework Celebrations2024 · 184 pieces
43238 Elsa's Frozen Castle2024 · 163 pieces
40658 Millennium Falcon Holiday Diorama2023 · 282 pieces
43218 Anna and Elsa's Magical Carousel2023 · 175 pieces
40609 Christmas Fun VIP Add-On Pack2023 · 146 pieces
43199 Elsa's Castle Courtyard2022 · 53 pieces
43209 Elsa and the Nokk's Ice Stable2022 · 53 pieces
40514 Winter Wonderland VIP Add On Pack2021 · 139 pieces
40368 Xmas Accessories2019 · 32 pieces
7600 Belville Advent Calendar 20072007 · 218 pieces
7581 Winter Royal Stables2007 · 92 pieces
7577 Winter Wonder Palace2006 · 168 pieces
5961 Snow Queen2005 · 57 pieces
5850 The Royal Crystal Palace2002 · 151 pieces
5843 Queen Rose and the Little Prince Charming2002 · 77 pieces
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30294 Rock Boulder 4 x 4, Bottom87 sets
30293 Rock Boulder 4 x 4, Top81 sets
6083 Rock Panel Triangular 3 x 8 x 7 (aka LURP)80 sets
6082 Rock Panel Rectangular 4 x 10 x 6 (aka BURP)70 sets
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Frequently asked questions
How many LEGO sets include part 42409?
Part 42409 (Snowflake / Star 4 x 4) appears in 57 sets listed on Setopedia, from 2002 to 2026, in any colour.
Which LEGO set contains the most copies of part 42409?
Set 43197 The Ice Castle, released in 2021, contains 4 copies, the highest count in our database. On average, a set containing part 42409 has 1.6.
Which colours does LEGO part 42409 come in?
8 colours are listed for part 42409. The most common is Trans-Light Blue, found in 38 sets.
What is the rarest colour of part 42409?
According to our inventories, it is trans-neon orange, found in only 1 set (80106 Story of Nian).
What is the element ID of part 42409 in trans-light blue?
In trans-light blue, part 42409 has element ID 6278421 or 6136391. Number 42409 is the mould number, the same for every colour.
Is LEGO part 42409 still used in recent sets?
Yes: it appears in sets released in 2026, such as 76354 S.H.I.E.L.D. Helicarrier.
Where can I buy LEGO part 42409 individually?
Single parts 42409 can be ordered on Pick a Brick (lego.com) in colours currently produced, or on BrickLink for older colours. The part is also included in the sets listed on this page.
