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2 X 2 Plate (Flat Roof Bricks with 4 Studs)
other • 40 pcs
- Set number
- 520-4
- Availability
- In production
- Pieces
- 40
- Released
- 1961
- Theme
- Other
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Where it came from
The 2 x 2 plate with four studs, often referred to in the LEGO community as a classic flat roof tile, was a staple element released during the early era of LEGO System production in the 1950s. Set 520-4 was part of an early assortment of small accessory packs intended to provide builders with foundational pieces to expand their modest architectural creations, reflecting the company's shift toward the modern interlocking brick system after the transition from wooden toys.
The design of this piece emphasizes the early modular philosophy of the LEGO Group, focusing on utilitarian simplicity and geometric versatility. As an essential component for structural layering and roof finishing in early sets, it served as a testament to the brand's commitment to interchangeable parts. It was received by the market as a vital building block that helped solidify the play patterns of the decade, allowing children to create more stable and realistic structures within the evolving LEGO construction system.
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