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Small Basic Set (Flat Box)
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- Set number
- 705-2
- Availability
- In production
- Released
- 1961
- Theme
- Other
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Where it came from
Released in the early 1970s, the LEGO 705-2 Small Basic Set represents a transitional period for the company as it shifted toward standardized universal building sets. Housed in a thin, flat cardboard box, the set was designed to be an accessible entry point for children, offering a modest assortment of bricks that encouraged open-ended play rather than following a specific narrative or character-based theme.
The design of the set reflects the minimalist aesthetic of the era, focusing on core primary colors and the foundational 2x4 brick geometry that defined the brand. While the packaging was utilitarian compared to modern standards, it was highly effective in establishing the basic building system in international markets. It remains a notable piece for collectors interested in the evolution of standard block assortments before the proliferation of complex sub-themes.
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