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### Vintage Rupert Bear Annual Collection – Mixed Lot of 6 1960s Editions
**Original 1st Edition Hardcovers | Illustrated by Alfred Bestall | Daily Express**A wonderful instant collection of six vintage Rupert annuals spanning the 1960s. Great for collectors filling gaps, reading copies, or nostalgia!
### Years Included in This Lot:
1. **1961 Annual** (Rupert on swing with autumn leaves)
2. **1964 Annual** (Rupert, Bill Badger and soap bubbles)
3. **1965 Annual** (Christmas tree snow scene)
4. **1967 Annual** (Pink tree / winter scene)
5. **1968 Annual** (Autumn sun and woodland scene)
6. **1969 Annual** (River and frog scene)
### Detailed Condition Overview:
* **General Condition:** Good, solid reading condition overall for their age (~60 years old!).
* **Outer Covers & Spines:** Bright front covers with typical age-related wear and tear, shelf scuffing, edge rubbing, and light spine bumps as shown in photos.
* **Internal Pages:** Complete and readable throughout. Expect minor age tanning, foxing, or light thumb marks/smudges on some pages consistent with vintage children\'s books. Possible some missing pages.
* **Coloring & Activity Pages:** Some magic painting/puzzle pages have been colored in or completed in pencil/crayon/paint by previous owners.
* **Editions:** Original 1960s UK Daily Express first editions.---### Shipping Details:
* **Postage:** Packed securely in a heavy-duty box with protective padding to ensure safe delivery.
* **Location:** Posted via standard tracked Australia Post parcel directly from Australia.Dive into the nostalgic world of Rupert Bear with this lot of 6 Vintage Annuals from the 1960s. Each book is a first edition, published by beaverbook newspaper, capturing the charm and innocence of childhood through the illustrations of Mary Tourtel. These hardcover treasures are a testament to the enduring legacy of one of the UK\'s most beloved children\'s characters.The books are a mix of years, bound in English language, and are original facsimiles, not reprints. They feature the adventures of Rupert Bear and his friends, providing a window into the era\'s social and cultural norms. Perfect for collectors and enthusiasts of classic children\'s literature, these annuals are a wonderful addition to any library.
