Major Key
Shazam! #1 (1973)
WHY THIS ISSUE IS KEY
DC revival of the original Captain Marvel.
Why this comic matters
Billy Batson and the Marvel Family return to action after years out of circulation, with the story explaining their reappearance in the modern DC world. The issue re-establishes the magic-word transformation, supporting cast and playful tone for a new generation of readers.
Key issue facts
PublisherDC
Publication year1973
Key classificationMajor Key
CharactersShazam
Collector significance
As a major key, the issue is notable for the milestone recorded above and is the kind of comic collectors often identify by the event, debut or change it contains. Collector interest can vary significantly by printing, edition, condition and grade, so this guide does not assign a market value.
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