Star Trek ##51
DC Comics • Star Trek Vol. 2 (1989 series)
Writer
Howard Weinstein
Interior Artist
Rod Whigham
Cover Artist
Christopher Whigham and Albert DeGuzman
Publication Date
August 1993
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A standalone story titled 'National Anthem' featuring Saavik. Set deep in Romulan space, Saavik tracks down a traitor in a quest for justice and survival.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Visible rounding and blunting of the upper and lower right corners; significant spine stress ticks along the left edge; shelf wear and minor color loss on the bottom edge; some surface scuffing visible on the black backgrounds.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3.00 - $6.00; Graded (9.6+): $35.00 - $50.00
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies of this mid-run issue typically sell for $2 to $5 in lots or $5.99 as individual buy-it-now listings on platforms like eBay.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading far exceed the current market value of this issue in the assessed condition.
Notable Features
Features Saavik prominently on the cover and as the lead protagonist. Direct edition copy with the Paramount logo in the UPC box. This period of Star Trek comics is known for expanding the lore of supporting characters.
Authentication Notes
Authentic DC product from the early 1990s. Correct paper stock (copper-age newsprint/gloss hybrid) and correct color registration for the era.