IF you've got old Dandy and Beano comics hiding in your attic, they could be worth a small fortune - even if they're not in mint condition. Beano favourite Dennis the Menace reached his 70th birthday last week, and collectors are spending up to £7,000 to get their hands on rare editions.

Are 1980s comics worth anything?

1980s comics are worth it and can earn you a considerable amount of money. If you want to invest in comics, learn to grade them by their condition.

Is Beano still printed?

As of late 2010, The Beano is printed by BGP and the comic is now in an A4 format. ... The Beano Club was closed down in 2010 and its pages changed to Beano VIP with more online presence. The paper is still glossy, but the paper stock gives it a matte feel.