Star Trek ##52
DC Comics • Star Trek Vol. 1
Writer
Peter David
Interior Artist
Tom Sutton and Ricardo Villagran
Cover Artist
Mike Collins
Publication Date
July 1988
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 3 of the 'Who Killed Captain Kirk?' storyline. In 'The No-Win Scenario!', the crew of the Enterprise struggles with planetary unrest and internal conflicts while investigating the supposed death of James T. Kirk. Key characters include Spock, Bones, and Sulu.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good/Fine (CGC 5.0)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine stress/ticks (at least 6-8 along spine), significant blunting and wear on the bottom left corner, minor edge wear on the right side, and what appears to be a slight non-color breaking bend on the top right area of the cover.
Estimated Market Value
Raw (ungraded): $2.00 - $4.00; Graded (9.8): $30.00 - $45.00
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales for this issue typically range from $1.50 to $5.00. High-grade slabbed copies rarely appear at auction and generally stay below $50.00.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of the grading service (approx. $25-$40) exceeds the market value of the book, especially given the visible spine damage and corner wear.
Notable Features
This issue is part of Peter David's acclaimed run on the first DC Star Trek series. Features a Direct Edition logo (Starfleet insignia in the UPC box) and an iconic Mike Collins cover.
Authentication Notes
The comic appears to be an authentic 1988 publication. The paper exhibits expected age-appropriate tanning on the edges. The DC logo, price box, and interior print quality (visible at edges) match standard Copper Age production methods.