STAR TREK ##24
DC Comics • Star Trek Vol. 2
Writer
Howard Weinstein, Peter David, Michael Jan Friedman, Chris Claremont
Interior Artist
Gordon Purcell, Arne Starr
Cover Artist
Jerome Moore
Publication Date
October 1991
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Special 25th Anniversary issue featuring a 40-page story 'The Trial of James T. Kirk'. The issue includes essays by industry giants like Chris Claremont and pin-ups by artists including Walt Simonson and Dan Jurgens. Iconic characters Captain Kirk, Spock, and Dr. McCoy are featured.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good/Fine (CGC 5.0)
Condition Details
Visible moderate spine stress and color-breaking ticks. Significant corner blunting on the bottom left and top left corners. Notable surface scuffing and minor creasing on the right edge. The polybag is heavily wrinkled and likely causing surface impressions on the cover.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3.00 - $8.00; Graded (CGC 9.8): $40.00 - $60.00
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in Mid-Grade condition have sold for $2.00 - $5.00 on eBay. High-grade (NM- or better) copies occasionally reach $10.00.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The condition appears to be in the 5.0-6.0 range, and the cost of grading (approx. $25-$40) exceeds the market value of the book in this state.
Notable Features
25th Anniversary commemorative issue. Features a Newsstand UPC barcode. Notable for the inclusion of various guest writers and pin-up artists celebrating the franchise's history.
Authentication Notes
Authentic DC Newsstand edition. Correct paper stock and cover gloss for the era. Proper staple placement for a double-sized anniversary issue.