Rare 1940 First Edition Beano Book No. 1 – The Birth of a British Comic Icon
- First-ever Beano Annual, published in 1940 by DC Thomson & Co. Ltd.
- Features the debut stories of beloved characters including Big Eggo, Biffo the Bear, Dennis the Menace, and Minnie the Minx.
- A historic collector’s treasure marking the start of the UK’s longest-running comic series.
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Vintage condition:
- One torn page
- Some writing on the first few pages
- All other pages in good condition
- Spine is intact — rare for Beano 1940 editions, many of which are missing the entire spine
- Authentic charm and wear consistent with its 80+ years of history.
- Estimated value: £3,000–£4,000 based on market appraisal.
- A must-have for Beano fans, comic collectors, and lovers of British pop culture.
- Includes original hand-drawn illustrations — a snapshot of wartime comic art.
- A golden-era artefact, offering a tangible piece of World War II-era publishing history.
- An exceptional investment and an irreplaceable gem in vintage literature and memorabilia.
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