DC Comics Presents ##33
DC Comics • DC Comics Presents Vol. 1
Writer
Gerry Conway
Interior Artist
Alex Saviuk and Pablo Marcos
Cover Artist
Rich Buckler and Dick Giordano
Publication Date
May 1981
Cover Variant
UK Price Variant (20p)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Superman and Shazam (Captain Marvel) switch bodies and powers in 'The Man of Steel and the World's Mightiest Mortal'. The issue also features a back-up story titled 'Whatever Will Happen to Star Hawkins?' starring the futuristic detective and his robot aide, Ibi.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine- (5.5)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine stress ticks; blunting and minor paper loss on the bottom left corner; edge wear along the right side; potential light surface scuffing and horizontal creasing in the center-left area.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15 USD / Graded 9.0+: $40 - $60 USD
Recent Sales
Standard editions in mid-grade typically sell for $8-$12. UK price variants can carry a small premium to specialists but generally follow standard values for this era.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The fair market value in this condition is lower than the cost of grading fees. It is a great reader copy or 'filler' for a collection.
Notable Features
Bronze Age crossover between Superman and Captain Marvel (Shazam); UK 20p price variant; back-up story featuring Star Hawkins; 'More New Pages' branding indicating the expanded page count of the early 80s DC line.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1981 publication. The 20p price stamp is a known regional variant for the United Kingdom market. The paper shows natural aging/off-white coloring consistent with newsprint from this period.