Is the MMS 281 Captain America rare?
Only 1 I Has Stuff collectors report owning the MMS 281 Captain America, suggesting it's relatively scarce in tracked collections. It was released in 23-Jan-15.
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Common questions about the MMS 281 Captain America from Hot Toys (23-Jan-15).
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Only 1 I Has Stuff collectors report owning the MMS 281 Captain America, suggesting it's relatively scarce in tracked collections. It was released in 23-Jan-15.
The Hot Toys MMS 281 Captain America figure, released in 2015, typically sells for between $150 and $250 in new, sealed condition on the secondary market. Prices for used or opened figures are generally lower, ranging from $100 to $175 depending on the condition of the accessories and packaging. Exact value fluctuates based on current market demand and the specific state of the item.
I cannot verify the authenticity of a specific physical item without examining it in person. To authenticate your Hot Toys MMS 281 Captain America, you should inspect the packaging for the official Hot Toys logo, check the figure for high-quality sculpting and paint application, and verify that the included accessories match the specifications listed on the official Hot Toys website for that release. If the item was purchased from an authorized retailer, it is likely genuine, but any signs of poor molding, incorrect fonts on the box, or missing documentation should be treated as red flags.
The MMS 281 Captain America was released in 23-Jan-15 by Hot Toys.
The Hot Toys MMS281 Captain America is a discontinued 1/6th scale figure that is no longer in print. It is not available to buy new from the manufacturer or authorized retailers, and current availability is limited to the secondary market where prices are typically significantly higher than the original retail value.
Hot Toys does not issue official grading certificates for its 1/6th scale figures, so there is no standardized industry scale like those used for trading cards. To assess the condition of the MMS 281 Captain America, you should inspect the figure for common wear points such as paint transfer on the shield, stress fractures in the plastic joints, and discoloration of the fabric costume. The most reliable method for determining value is to compare your specific unit against recent sold listings on secondary markets, noting any defects that would lower its price relative to a mint-in-box example.
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1 I Has Stuff collector reports owning the MMS 281 Captain America Hot Toys (23-Jan-15).