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Star Trek 'Captain Kirk' Collector Plate with Certificate of Authenticity

This is a circular collector plate featuring a portrait of Captain James T. Kirk from Star Trek: The Original Series. The plate depicts Captain Kirk in his iconic gold command uniform, complete with medals on his chest. In the background, there is a vibrant cosmic scene with planets, stars, and what appears to be other starships, including a prominent image of the USS Enterprise flying past a planet in the upper right quadrant. Below the Enterprise, there is a cityscape with futuristic buildings and flying vehicles. The rim of the plate is a rich blue, featuring inscribed text in white that reads, 'THE VOYAGES OF THE STARSHIP ENTERPRISE' along the top and 'BOLDLY GO WHERE NO MAN HAS GONE BEFORE' along the bottom. The plate appears to be made of ceramic or porcelain, typical for collector plates, with a glossy finish. It is housed in what looks like its original plastic protective casing, indicating efforts to preserve its condition. The accompanying Certificate of Authenticity, partially visible, confirms this is a 'CAPTAIN KIRK' plate, identified as a 'COMMANDER' edition, and mentions it is a hand-numbered piece created as a tribute to the crew of the Starship Enterprise. It is designed by artist Susie Morton on 'Star Date 0153.01' and is part of the 'First-ever Star Trek Plate Collection', limited to a distribution period of 90 days worldwide. The certificate itself shows some creasing and slight discoloration, suggesting it has been handled over time. The overall condition of the plate, protected by its packaging, appears to be excellent, free from visible chips, cracks, or significant wear. This item is a highly collectible piece for Star Trek enthusiasts, likely dating from the 1980s or 1990s when collector plates were a popular form of memorabilia.