Zatanna first appeared in Hawkman #4, published by DC in 1964. That places it in the Silver Age.
Why this issue matters
The stage magician who casts every spell by speaking it backwards first appeared searching for her missing father Zatara, in a story that spilled across several DC titles at once.
Key facts
Hawkman #4
- Character: Zatanna
- Publisher: DC
- Cover year: 1964
- Era: Silver Age
Before you buy or sell one
- Check it is a first print, not a facsimile or reprint. Newsstand and direct editions are priced differently too.
- Condition decides most of the value. Whether grading is worth it depends on the copy.
Other first appearances from 1964
- Kang the Conqueror Avengers #8, 1964
- Electro Amazing Spider-Man #9, 1964
- Mysterio Amazing Spider-Man #13, 1964
- Green Goblin Amazing Spider-Man #14, 1964
- Kraven the Hunter Amazing Spider-Man #15, 1964
- Black Widow (Natasha Romanova) Tales of Suspense #52, 1964
More DC firsts from the Silver Age
- Reverse-Flash (Eobard Thawne) The Flash #139, 1963
- Barry Allen (Flash) Showcase #4, 1956
- Hal Jordan (Green Lantern) Showcase #22, 1959
- Martian Manhunter Detective Comics #225, 1955
- Justice League Brave and the Bold #28, 1960
- Brainiac Action Comics #242, 1958
- Bizarro Superboy #68, 1958
- Supergirl Action Comics #252, 1959
Got a copy?
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