Star Trek [Whitman] #52 (1978) — Comic Book Value
Star TrekWhat Star Trek [Whitman] #52 (1978) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Star Trek [Whitman] #52 (1978) value — Ungraded $6 · Grade 6.0 $22 · Grade 8.0 $50. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 8.3× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest ownership, grab the Standard version for $2. The Archie at $9, Whitman at $7, and the higher Standard versions offer better packaging or perceived collector value. If you are a casual collector, the $2 Standard is fine. Serious collectors seeking presentation or rarity should pay the premium for the Archie or Whitman versions.
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Star Trek [Whitman] #52 (1978) comic value
An ungraded copy of Star Trek [Whitman] #52 (1978) averages around $6. A CGC 6.0 runs about $22, and a CGC 8.0 commands $50.
What drives the price
Grade is everything in comics — spine ticks, page color, and restoration decide the number, and the jump from raw to high grade can be 10×+. Key issues (first appearances, origins, deaths) carry the biggest premiums, and early printings beat reprints.
Price guide
Sold values by grade vs. what sellers ask today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $6 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $22 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $50 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this Star Trek comic?
- The ungraded version of Star Trek #52 starts at an undisclosed price, but a Grade 6.0 is listed at $22.
- How much is a high-grade copy worth?
- A high-grade copy, specifically a Grade 8.0, is valued at $50 in the current market.
- Is the condition important for the resale value of this issue?
- Yes, condition significantly impacts value; the price difference between ungraded and a Grade 8.0 ($50) is substantial.
