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Star Trek #32 (Gold Key Comics, 1975)

Star Trek #32 (Gold Key Comics, 1975)

$20.00 USD
$20.00 USD
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Star Trek #32 (Gold Key Comics, 1975) - Beam Up This Quirky Trek Treat Before It Warps Away!
🖖 Sales Pitch Zestier Than a Klingon’s Battle Cry
Hey, cosmic collectors and Trek nerds! Star Trek #32 from Gold Key’s 1967-1979 run is a gloriously oddball adventure—Kirk, Spock, and the Enterprise crew tangled in alien antics wilder than a tribble on a sugar rush. It’s rarer than a Romulan with manners and more fun than Scotty’s wildest engine-room dance party. Snag it now, or you’ll be gloomier than Bones after a botched physical!
🌟 Why This Comic’s a Stellar Steal
  • Story: Titled “The Animal People,” this issue sees Kirk and Spock beaming down to a planet where evolved animals rule and humans are the underdogs. It’s like TOS wandered into a sci-fi zoo with a side of social commentary. Written by Arnold Drake with art by Alden McWilliams, it’s Gold Key’s brand of kooky, colorful chaos.
  • Vibe: 1970s Trek at its finest—cheesy, bold, and dripping with that raw TOS charm. Perfect for reading while pretending your couch is the Enterprise bridge.
  • Rarity: Gold Key’s 61-issue run is a cult classic, and #32’s unique plot makes it a quiet favorite. High-grade copies are as scarce as a Vulcan giggle.
💰 Current Value
As of April 2025:
  • Near Mint (NM): $15-$25
  • Very Fine (VF): $9-$14
  • Fine (FN): $4-$8
  • Good/Very Good (G/VG): $2-$4
  • CGC 9.8: $60-$100 (rarer than a friendly Gorn).
    Prices from eBay, MyComicShop, and shop sales. It’s not flooding stalls, so act quicker than a redshirt’s exit!
📈 Expected Value
  • Trek Hype: Star Trek’s fanbase is buzzing with new content (Starfleet Academy series, anyone?).
  • 2025 Potential: Cons like SDCC (July 2025) or Trek events could lift vintage comic prices.
  • Gold Key Love: These non-canon oddities are hot for their retro weirdness, and #32’s animal twist pops.
  • Prediction: NM copies could reach $25-$35 in 12-18 months; lower grades might hit $6-$10. A 2026 Star Trek 60th anniversary could give it a warp-speed boost!
🖖 Key Characters
  • James T. Kirk: Swagger on point, navigating the animal-ruled planet like a pro.
  • Spock: Logic king, analyzing the beastly society with that iconic eyebrow lift.
  • Bones McCoy: Likely muttering, “I’m a doctor, not a zookeeper!”—though Gold Key often gives him a light role.
  • Enterprise Crew: Uhura, Sulu, or Scotty might cameo—Gold Key loves its Kirk-Spock focus.
  • Animal People: One-off alien critters running the show—no big debuts, but they make it a hoot.

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