The Topper Book 1983 #1983 Annual
D.C. Thomson & Co., Ltd • The Topper Annual
Writer
Various (D.C. Thomson Editorial Staff)
Interior Artist
Various including Gordon Bell, David Gudgeon, and Robert Nixon
Cover Artist
Gordon Bell (Attributed)
Publication Date
Late 1982 (dated 1983)
Cover Variant
Standard Hardcover Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
An annual hardcover collection based on the weekly 'The Topper' comic. Featured characters include Beryl the Peril, Mickey the Monkey, Foxy, and Danny's Dinions. This issue contains short humor strips, puzzles, and adventure stories.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0 equivalent for annuals)
Condition Details
Minor corner blunting on top and bottom right; spine shows slight shelf wear; very light surface soiling on the white background of the front cover; interior pages likely show standard age-related tanning.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10.00 - $20.00 USD (£8.00 - £15.00 GBP); Graded: N/A (rarely graded)
Recent Sales
Recent sales on UK-based platforms range from £5.00 to £18.00 depending on the presence of the original price clip and overall spine integrity.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. British Annuals are collected as 'nostalgia' items and rarely hold high enough market value to justify the cost of CGC/CBCS encapsulation.
Notable Features
Includes 'Beryl the Peril' which was a flagship strip; hardbound format typical of UK Christmas annuals; features 'The Topper' mascot in the 'O' of the title logo.
Authentication Notes
Authentic D.C. Thomson vintage annual. Check for the 'Price' on the inside front cover to see if it has been clipped; original binding is red cloth/paper over board.