STAR TREK ##49
DC Comics • Star Trek Vol. 2
Writer
Howard Weinstein
Interior Artist
Robert Whigham and Romeo Tanghal
Cover Artist
Robert Whigham and Carlos Garzon
Publication Date
July 1993
Cover Variant
Regular Edition (Direct Sales)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 3 of the 'Death in the Name of Peace' storyline. The crew of the Enterprise-A, led by Captain James T. Kirk, attempts to prevent a massive interstellar conflict and sabotage while dealing with a specialized peaceful envoy. This era is set between the events of Star Trek V and VI.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5) to Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress with color-breaking ticks along the left edge. Visible blunting and minor wear on the bottom right and top left corners. Slight surface scuffing visible on the dark areas of the cover. Minor edge wear on the right side.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8; Graded (9.6+): $30 - $45
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies of this mid-to-late run issue typically range from $2.00 to $6.00 plus shipping. High-grade slabbed copies rarely appear but command a small premium.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading exceeds the current market value of the comic. It is a common back-issue without significant key status.
Notable Features
Features the Enterprise-A. This issue is part of the later DC run characters by the consistent creative team of Weinstein and Whigham. Includes Star Trek logo in the corner box rather than a UPC.
Authentication Notes
Official DC Comics publication. Standard early-90s gloss paper stock with 'Direct Sales' trade dress (Starfleet emblem in UPC box). No signs of counterfeiting; color saturation and dot gain are consistent with 1993 printing standards.