Star Trek [Whitman] #53 (1978) — Comic Book Value
Star TrekWhat Star Trek [Whitman] #53 (1978) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Star Trek [Whitman] #53 (1978) value — Ungraded $4 · Grade 6.0 $15 · Grade 8.0 $36. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 9.0× raw.
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Which version do you have?
If you just want it, the Standard: $2 version is the cheapest way to own Star Trek #53. Premium versions like the Whitman ($4) or Newsstand ($5) offer slight variations in packaging or print run, but the difference is minimal for casual collecting. Buyers focused on budget should stick to the $2 or $3 Standard copies, while serious collectors might consider the slightly higher-priced editions for completeness.
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Star Trek [Whitman] #53 (1978) comic value
An ungraded copy of Star Trek [Whitman] #53 (1978) averages around $4. A CGC 6.0 runs about $15, and a CGC 8.0 commands $36.
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 | $4 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $15 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $36 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this Star Trek comic?
- The ungraded version of Star Trek #53 is currently listed for $6.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy of Star Trek #53?
- A copy of Star Trek #53 graded at 8.0 is available for $36.
- Is the value significantly different between the ungraded and graded versions?
- Yes, the value increases substantially; the ungraded copy is $6, while the Grade 8.0 copy is $36.
