Author Archives: Hallmark Star Trek Ornaments

056. “Amok Time”

No. 056
Released: July 10, 2010
Ornament: “Amok Time”
Series: Star Trek: The Original Series
Product code: QXI2163
Artist: Anita Marra Rogers
Original retail: $28.95
Dimensions: 4.33” H x 3.54” W x 3.937“ D
Branding: Keepsakes
Material: Styrene
Packaging: White Box
Magic: Sound
Power source: (3) LR44 Batteries
Front box text:
Hallmark
Magic Features Sound
KEEPSAKE
TM STAR TREK
“Amok Time” STAR TREK TM
christmas ornament décoration de noël
Back box text:
“Amok Time” STAR TREK TM
Kill a friend or be killed? This is the dilemma Captain Kirk and Mr. Spock encounter in the popular 1967 Star Trek original series episode “Amok Time.” Compelled by the Vulcan time of mating, Pon farr, Spock returns home to be married, only to find his intended has other plans. Unexpectedly, she chooses Kirk as her champion, pitting the friends in a traditional Vulcan battle…to the death! With a little medical trickery from Dr. McCoy, Spock appears to win the life-or-death struggle. Later, upon his return to the Enterprise, Spock happily discovers that Kirk is alive and well.
Press the button on the ornament to hear music from this exciting scene
Anita Marra Rogers Hallmark Keepsake Artist
BATTERY-OPERATED. Batteries included.
For decorative use only. Conçu à des fins décoratives seulement.
handcrafted dated 2010
Bottom box text:
TM & © 2010 CBS Studios Inc. All Rights Reserved. STAR TREK and related marks are trademarks of CBS Studios Inc.
http://www.startrek.com
Mfd. for/Fabriqué pour Hallmark Cards, Inc. Kansas City, MO 64141
Made in China
QXI2163
Additional information:
Pros: Facial details are outstanding, capturing the intensity of the iconic duel perfectly. The dynamic action poses bring the scene to life, and the inclusion of the unforgettable battle music makes this ornament a true standout in the collection.
Cons: None. This one’s a knockout.

055. Captain James T. Kirk (Legends #1)

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No. 055
Released: July 10, 2010
Ornament: Captain James T. Kirk
Series: Star Trek: The Original Series
Product code: QX8373
Artist: Anita Marra Rogers
Original retail: $14.95
Dimensions: 4.3” H x 2.1” W x 1.3“ D
Branding: Keepsakes
Material: Styrene
Packaging: White box
Magic: None
Power source: None
Front box text:
Series
Hallmark KEEPSAKE
STAR TREK™
Captain James T. Kirk™ STAR TREK ™ Legends
christmas ornament décoration de noël
Back box text:
Captain James T. Kirk™ STAR TREK ™ Legends
To boldly go where no man has gone before is not a task for the timid. But the brash Capt. James T. Kirk has repeatedly proved himself to be the man for the job. As the intrepid leader of the crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise, Kirk has traveled across time and space discovering new civilizations, outmaneuvering enemies, and leaving his indelible mark on the Galaxy itself!
Each of the ornaments in this new series will feature a different character from the original STAR TREK ™ television series.
Anita Marra Rogers Hallmark Keepsake Artist
First in the Series. Look for * on this ornament.
For decorative use only. Conçu à des fins décoratives seulement.
handcrafted dated 2010
Bottom box text:
TM & © 2010 CBS Studios Inc. All Rights Reserved.
STAR TREK and related marks are trademarks of CBS Studios, Inc.
http://www.startrek.com
Mfd. for/Fabriqué pour Hallmark Cards, Inc. Kansas City, MO 64141
Made in China
QX8373
Additional information: First in the Star Trek Legends series.
Pros: The Legends series is a fantastic concept—honoring each of the iconic original crew members with a fresh take. It’s high time we see similar treatments for TNG, DS9, Voyager, and Enterprise.
Cons: Kirk’s profile view captures his likeness better than the head-on angle, where some facial detail is lost. The smaller scale compared to the ’90s character ornaments sacrifices a bit of the intricate sculpting we’re used to, but it remains a respectable tribute.

054. Lt. Uhura, Gold Uniform

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No. 054
Released: July 22, 2009
Ornament: Lt. Uhura, Gold Uniform
Series: Star Trek: The Original Series
Product code: QMP4008
Artist: Anita Marra Rogers
Original retail: $25.00
Dimensions: 3.5” H x 2” W x 2“ D
Branding: Keepsakes
Material: Styrene
Packaging: White box
Magic: None
Power source: None
Front box text:
Special Event Edition
Hallmark KEEPSAKE
STAR TREK
Lieutenant Uhura™ STAR TREK
christmas ornament décoration de noël
Back box text:
Lieutenant Uhura™ STAR TREK™
“Hailing frequencies are open.” From the command deck of the Starship Enterprise, Lieutenant Uhura breaks the silence of deep space. As communications officer, she transmits messages in all the languages of the known galaxy. Hers is often the first human voice to be heard by alien races in unexplored star systems. Both Uhura’s name and her spirit reflect the Swahili word for “freedom.”
Usually seen in “engineering and security” red, Lieutenant Uhura wore this striking “command” gold uniform in only one original series episode, “The Corbomite Maneuver” (1966).
This special event edition repaint of the 2007 Lieutenant Uhura limited quantity ornament was created for exclusive distribution at major collector events and conventions.
Anita Marra Rogers Hallmark Keepsake Artist
For decorative use only. Not for children under 8.
Conçu à des fins décoratives seulement. Ne convient pas aux enfants de moins de 8 ans.
handcrafted
Bottom box text:
TM & © 2008 CBS Studios Inc. All Rights Reserved.
STAR TREK and related marks are trademarks of CBS Studios Inc.
http://www.startrek.com
Mfd. for/Fabriqué pour Hallmark Cards, Inc. Kansas City, MO 64141
Made in China
QMP4008
Additional information: Limited to 450 units and only available at San Diego Comic-Con.
Pros: As a repaint of the fantastic 2007 Uhura ornament, this gold-uniform version is absolutely top tier—elegant, vibrant, and just as iconic. A must-have for collectors who appreciate subtle variations.
Cons: That factual error on the back of the box? Not a dealbreaker. In fact, it adds a bit of charm and character to an otherwise flawless release.

That’s MY fact-based error! Dang it, I carry that as one of my greatest shames. (There are a LOT of them.) I just blanked out Uhura’s appearance in “Mudd’s Women” when I wrote that off the top of my head on a short-notice assignment.

That ornament was produced in 2007 for a speculative Hallmark appearance at Comic-Con International that ultimately didn’t happen. When we went in 2008 only to display, we recognized the opportunity we were missing by not having exclusives. As we planned for the 2009 event, I mentioned that somewhere in our warehouse was a pallet of product we could take to the show. Someone managed to track it down, and thus the exclusive was made available.

The summer of 2008, though, when we believed there would be no future for these ornaments, I was given a handful of the ornaments to donate to an auction for a fundraiser at the Shore Leave convention in Hunt Valley, Maryland. I believe three of them were auctioned. I brought back two of them signed by Nichelle Nichols, who was a guest at the convention. One of the ornaments met a cruel fate when it was dropped and shattered.

So where did the signed ornaments go? I gave one to Anita Marra Rogers because she certainly should have one. The other went to my uncle, who was an avid Keepsake Ornament collector until his passing.
Kevin Dilmore
March 1, 2024

Kenneth Mitchell

CONFIRMED!