Star Trek ##48
DC Comics • Star Trek Vol. 2 (1989 series)
Writer
Howard Weinstein
Interior Artist
Rod Whigham and Arne Starr
Cover Artist
Jerome Moore
Publication Date
May 1993
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 2 of 'The Better Part of Valor'. The story features Captain James T. Kirk and the crew of the Enterprise-A dealing with a Klingon conflict. Key characters include Captain Kirk and a prominent Klingon warrior (Kurn) as depicted on the cover.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress with color-breaking ticks along the left edge. The top right corner shows visible rounding/blunting. Some minor surface wear and scuffing visible on the dark blue background areas. Edge wear along the bottom right.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3.00 - $6.00; Graded: $25.00 - $35.00
Recent Sales
Recent sales for mid-to-high grade raw copies typically fall in the $2 to $5 range on platforms like eBay. Graded copies (9.8) occasionally reach $40-50, but low volume suggests limited demand.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of the grading service (approx. $25-$40) exceeds the market value of the comic. It is best kept in a bag and board for personal collection.
Notable Features
Features a classic Kirk vs. Klingon battle cover. This series is known for bridging the gap between the Original Series films and the Next Generation era. No major key first appearances are in this specific issue.
Authentication Notes
The comic appears to be an authentic DC direct market release from 1993. The paper stock and color vibrancy are consistent with early 90s DC copper/modern age transitions. The absence of a bar code (replaced by the logo in the bottom left) confirms it as a Direct Edition.