LEGO Architecture 21029 Buckingham Palace

Specifications
| Set number | 21029 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2016 |
| Piece count | 780 |
| Launch retail price | $49.99 / £44.99 (Brickset) |
| Sale period | September 2016 to December 2018 |
| Minifigures | 0 |
| Theme | Architecture |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO set 21029 Buckingham Palace, released in 2016 as part of the Architecture line, has 780 pieces. Its inventory breaks down into 99 different lots, across 12 colors.
Inventory of set 21029
The inventory of set 21029 lists 780 pieces, spare parts excluded: 99 different lots (one shape in one color) for 66 part shapes. The box also contains 20 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 21029
Main color: tan, making up 36% of the parts, followed by light bluish gray (17%) and dark tan (13%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tan | 281 | 36% | |
| Light Bluish Gray | 136 | 17% | |
| Dark Tan | 98 | 13% | |
| Trans-Clear | 87 | 11% | |
| Black | 62 | 7.9% | |
| Dark Bluish Gray | 61 | 7.8% | |
| Olive Green | 30 | 3.8% | |
| White | 15 | 1.9% | |
| Yellow | 4 | 0.5% | |
| Red | 4 | 0.5% | |
| Other colors (2) | 2 | 0.3% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plates | 241 | 31% | |
| Tiles | 203 | 26% | |
| Plates Round Curved and Dishes | 97 | 12% | |
| Plates Special | 56 | 7.2% | |
| Bricks Special | 39 | 5% | |
| Bricks | 36 | 4.6% |
Most common parts in set 21029
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud 6141 | Tan | 62 |
| Plate 1 x 1 3024 | Trans-Clear | 57 |
| Tile 2 x 2 with Groove 3068b | Dark Tan | 33 |
| Plate 1 x 4 3710 | Tan | 25 |
| Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud with Groove and Inside Stud Holder (Jumper) 15573 | Dark Tan | 22 |
| Plate 1 x 1 3024 | Tan | 22 |
| Tile 1 x 2 with Groove 3069b | Dark Tan | 22 |
| Tile Round 1 x 1 98138 | Olive Green | 22 |
| Tile 1 x 2 with Groove 3069b | Light Bluish Gray | 19 |
| Brick Special 1 x 1 with Stud on 1 Side 87087 | Tan | 18 |
65 of the 66 part shapes in this set have their own page on Setobrick, with their colors, element numbers and the other sets that use them. See all LEGO parts
Exclusive parts in set 21029
One part shape in set 21029 appears in no other set in the catalog, most often a printed element, a sticker or a mold specific to the model. If it gets lost, you will need to look for it individually, for example on BrickLink, rather than in another set.
| Part | Color |
|---|---|
| Tile 1 x 8 with 'Buckingham Palace' Print 4162pr0046 | Black |
Rebuilding set 21029 from another set
Share of the parts of set 21029 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:
| Set | Found | Parts | Release year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 76419 Hogwarts Castle and Grounds | 46% | 2,660 | 2023 |
| 910034 Brick Cross | 37% | 3,050 | 2024 |
| 10278 Police Station | 36% | 2,923 | 2021 |
| 19008 The LEGO Story | 33% | 1,443 | 2019 |
| 21042 Statue of Liberty | 32% | 1,685 | 2018 |
No similarly sized set goes above 46%: the model relies on a little-shared assortment, most of which has to be gathered piece by piece.
Size of set 21029 within its line
With 780 pieces, set 21029 ranks #20 out of 64 Architecture sets in our database, which have an average of 846 parts. Among the 459 sets released in 2016, it ranks #43.
The set in 3D
Spin the official model of the set, brick by brick.
Load the 3D model3D model: Damien Roux, LDraw.org Official Model Repository (CCAL 2.0 licence)
Frequently asked questions
How much was LEGO 21029 at launch?
The launch retail price of 21029 Buckingham Palace was $49.99 / £44.99 (source: Brickset). It was on sale from September 2016 to December 2018.
How many pieces does LEGO set 21029 Buckingham Palace have?
LEGO set 21029 Buckingham Palace has 780 pieces. It was released in 2016 as part of the Architecture theme.
What year was LEGO set 21029 released?
Set 21029 Buckingham Palace was released in 2016 and belongs to the Architecture theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 21029?
LEGO set 21029 Buckingham Palace does not include any minifigures.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 21029?
The instructions for LEGO set 21029 Buckingham Palace can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 21029.
What is the main color of LEGO set 21029?
Tan, with 281 out of 780 pieces, or 36%. Next come light bluish gray (17%) and dark tan (13%).
How many different parts does set 21029 contain?
Set 21029 has 99 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 66 part shapes. Most common part: Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud in tan, with 62 copies.
Does LEGO set 21029 contain any exclusive parts?
Yes: one part shape exists in no other set: Tile 1 x 8 with 'Buckingham Palace' Print.
Which similarly sized set contains the most parts from set 21029?
Set 76419 Hogwarts Castle and Grounds, released in 2023: it supplies 46%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.
See also
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