Star Trek: The Trial of James T. Kirk ##12
DC Comics • Star Trek Vol. 2 (1989 series)
Writer
Peter David
Interior Artist
James W. Fry & Arne Starr
Cover Artist
Jerome Moore
Publication Date
September 1990
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition (with UPC barcode)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part three of the 'Trial of James T. Kirk' story arc. Captain Kirk and his crew face a Klingon legal proceeding for the 'murder' of a Klingon commander. Features Admiral Nogura, Ambassador Sarek, and Spock's father in testimony roles. Key exploration of Federation-Klingon tensions.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine/Very Fine (CGC 7.0)
Condition Details
Moderate surface scuffing visible across the lower half of the cover, minor color-breaking spine stress, slight corner blunting on the bottom right, and a few small indentations on the cover surface.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $7 | Graded (9.8): $35 - $50
Recent Sales
Recent raw newsstand copies have sold for approximately $2.00 to $5.00 plus shipping on eBay. Graded copies of this specific issue are rare due to low ROI.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of the grading service exceeds the current market value of the book, even in high grade. This issue is best kept in a bag and board for personal collection.
Notable Features
Conclusion of major story arc; Newsstand UPC version; Art by Jerome Moore; Written by fan-favorite Star Trek writer Peter David.
Authentication Notes
Standard newsstand production of the era. Colors and logo registration appear consistent with DC Comics releases from 1990. Paper stock shows expected slight aging for 30+ year old newsprint.