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How Does the ‘26 Galileo Stack Up with the ‘92?
1992 Shuttlecraft Galileo
Scale: 1:75
Lights: Yes
Sound: Spock’s Holiday greeting.
Power Source: Light string or Legacy Cord
Dimensions: 2.3” W x 1.25” H x 3.5” L
Original MSRP: $24.00 (2026 Inflation Adjustment: $57.33)
2026 Shuttlecraft Galileo NCC-1701/7
Scale: 1:53
Lights: No
Sound: Spock’s Holiday greeting and dialogue from (TOS) “The Galileo Seven”.
Power Source: (2) LR 44 Batteries
Dimensions: 3.25” W x 1.75” H x 5” L
Original MSRP: $42.99
Initial Comparisons of the Galileos: 1992 vs 2026
How does the new Galileo compare to the original? Let’s take a look based off the recently released images and descriptions of the new Galileo. Obviously, the new Galileo eliminates the pigtail power cord of the 90’s for batteries. The 1992 Galileo featured lighting effects in the forward windows, while the 2026 version appears to forgo lights. Both ornaments include Spock’s iconic holiday message. Yay!!! The 2026 will have additional audio from the TOS episode. Where the 2026 shuttlecraft truly stands apart is in its sculpt, which is far more accurate. Yet it appears the paint scheme, on the underside and warp drive nacelles, reflects a more screen accurate gray tone on the 1992 shuttlecraft, while the 2026 Galileo has a more uniform color throughout.
1996 Convention with Artist Lynn Norton
Lynn Norton seen at a 1996 Star Trek 30th anniversary convention in Huntsville, Alabama. These photos were posted with permission from banone77 who currently has four Norton-signed Star Trek ornaments listed on eBay. Be sure to check out these signed ornaments, linked below, while they are still available.
1995 Hallmark Ornament Star Trek Romulan Warbird Signed by Lynn Norton
1994 Hallmark Ornament Star Trek Klingon Bird of Prey Signed by Lynn Norton
1993 Hallmark Ornament Star Trek TNG USS Enterprise NCC-1701D Signed Lynn Norton
1991 Hallmark Ornament Star Trek TOS USS Enterprise NCC-1701 Signed Lynn Norton
“Patented Canada 1988” Variants
For serious collectors: some Hallmark Star Trek ornaments are stamped “Patented Canada 1988” — that marking refers to the light-string ornament circuitry patent. So far I’ve only seen the Canadian designation on the 1992 Galileo, 1993 Enterprise-D, and 1994 Bird of Prey. If you’ve found it on other Star Trek ornaments, please send photos — I’ll add them to the catalog!
U.S. Patent: US4682079A
Abstract
A decorative device is disclosed which includes a motor, music module or other electrical loads and electrical circuitry and a connector for connection to a selected socket of a string of conventional sockets for connection to an A.C. line. The connector includes an elongated flexible cable and is constructed to permit ready installation and positioning. Lamps may be provided in the device. The electrical circuit includes a bridge rectifier and Zener diodes connected to insure continuous energization of lamps of the string while protecting against excessive voltages and minimizing safety hazards.
Canada Patent: CA1243727A
Abstract of the Disclosure
This invention relates to ornaments for installation in a string of lights and more particularly to ornaments which have lights and electrically energizable musical and/or motion produc-ing devices which cooperate to produce attractive sensory effects.
Circuitry is provided for operating such devices in a safe and highly reliable manner, while being compact and readily and econo-mically manufacturable. In one embodiment, an enhanced visual effect is produced by a rotating element driven through a gear reduction unit from a small electric motor. In another embodi-ment, a music module is provided which includes a small speaker energized from an integrated circuit which generates musical tones. In an ornament constructed in accordance with the invention, connectors are provided to connect input terminals of a bridge rectifier in a string of lamps while a lamp of the ornament is connected in series with a load device and to output terminals of the bridge rectifier, with protection means being provided for limiting voltages across the lamp and the load device, and to thereby protect against possible highly adverse consequences of open circuit conditions. The connection of the lamp in the output circuit of the rectifier, in series with the load device, rather than in series with the input of the rectifier, is advantageous in connection with limiting voltages in the circuit and in permitting use of a lamp which does not need to match the lamps of the string. Preferably, the voltage across the lamp is limited by a single Zener diode, only one diode being required since the cur-rent is unidirectional in the output circuit of the rectifier.
The Zener diode across the lamp provides additional protection against burn-out and extends the life of the lamp, to provide further protection against open-circuit conditions.
Hallmark used the “Patented Canada 1988” marking from at least 1991–1997.
Day 1: 1992 Galileo & 2018 Galileo Decoupage by Captain Foley
Deep Dive Into Galileo Store Display by Jerry Bourget
002. Shuttlecraft Galileo
No. 002
Released: August 29, 1992
Ornament: Shuttlecraft Galileo
Series: Star Trek: The Original Series
Product Code: QLX7331
Artist: Dill Rhodus
Original retail: $24.00
Dimensions: 1.25″ H x 2.3″ W x 3.5″ L
Branding: Keepsake
Material: Styrene
Packaging: Gold speckled
Magic: Pigtail
Features: Light & Sound
Front box text:
MAGIC VOICE AND LIGHT!
Hallmark
KEEPSAKE
ORNAMENT
USS ENTERPRISE
Galileo
NCC-1701/7 U.S.S. ENTERPRISE
Hear the voice of Mr. Spock!
Shuttlecraft Galileo™ From the Starship Enterprise™
Back box text:
KEEPSAKE ORNAMENT
Handcrafted – Stardated 1992
Limited Warranty Through 1995 Enclosed
A fascinating lighted ornament! This shuttlecraft from the original STAR TREK® TV program brings you Mr. Spock’s holiday message as it fills your Christmas with Keepsake Magic.
To hear Spock’s message, press the button labeled “Press Here” on the bottom of the shuttlecraft.
Ornament plugs easily into any of the light bulb sockets on a miniature tree light string. Use only with standard U.L.-listed light strings of 3.5-or 6-volt bulbs.
Attached connector cord allows for easy placement on your tree.
Not for use with blinking lights.
Complete display instructions enclosed.
Bottom box text:
TM, ® & © 1992 Paramount Pictures. All Rights Reserved. STAR TREK is a Registered Trademark of Paramount Pictures. Mfd. for Hallmark Cards, Inc., Authorized User
K.C., MO 64141 Ornament Made and Assembled in China
Speaker Made in China
Speaker Chip Made in Japan
Connector Cord Made in Taiwan
Connector Cord U.S. Pat. No. 4,544,218
Circuitry U.S. Pat. No. 4,682,079
QLX733-1
Additional information: To hear Spock’s message, “Shuttlecraft to Enterprise, Shuttlecraft to Enterprise. Spock here. Happy Holidays. Live long, and prosper,” press the button on the bottom of the shuttlecraft.
Pros: This is THE most iconic Star Trek ornament! Spock’s message can still be recited aloud by everyone who had one.
Cons: Unavoidably out of scale with the previous Enterprise but do we care?
1992 Star Trek Shuttlecraft Landing Party Poster (30” x 20.5”)
Galileos Have Landed!
If there was anyone out there wanting to make a Galileo-centric tree now is you chance. A current eBay listing has a lot of seventeen 1992 Galileo ornaments available for anyone wanting to form a fleet of shuttlecrafts.
hallmarkstartrekornaments.com is not affiliated with this auction.
Update:
Artist Inspirations: 1992 Galileo Shuttlecraft
002POS1. 1992 Shuttlecraft Galileo Sign
2021 Top 10 Hallmark Star Trek Ornaments: #3
#3: 1992 Shuttlecraft Galileo
Retail: $24.00
2021 Secondary Market: $22.94
Size: 3 1/2” L x 2 1/2” W x 1 1/4” H
Code: QLX7331
#3 on our Top 10 is Hallmark’s follow up to the inaugural Enterprise ornament with 1992’s Galileo. The Galileo was a shuttlecraft assigned to the USS Enterprise, and appeared in the series five times beginning with the episode “The Galileo Seven”.
The shuttlecraft is a simple but accurate sculpt with a pigtail cord that plugs into a light string. When activated the Galileo’s front window and aft thruster arrays light up. Once the button is pressed Leonard Nimoy’s voice can be heard from the the underside speaker…”Shuttlecraft to Enterprise, Shuttlecraft to Enterprise. Spock here. Happy Holidays. Live long and prosper.“
Hallmark recognized the strength of the Star Trek fan base from the previous year and put on Galileo Landing Party events at stores across the country. These events included costume contests, coloring contests, Enterprise mobile giveaways and motorized store displays of the Galileo orbiting a moon. Hallmark’s Galileo ornament advertising was everywhere, most notably in a commercial with Leonard Nimoy.
- Leonard Nimoy: ”Excuse me. I’m interested in the new collectors ornament from Hallmark.”
- Hallmark Employee: “Ahh…the shuttle craft Galileo from the starship Enterprise.”
- Leonard Nimoy: “Precisely.”
- Hallmark Employee: “You know? It lights up when you plug it in. And listen…”
- Spock Ornament Recording: “Shuttle craft to Enterprise. Spock here. Happy holidays. Live long and prosper.”
- Leonard Nimoy: “Fascinating.”
- Voiceover: “For a store in your sector now carrying the Star Trek ornament call 1-800-HALLMARK.”
- (Leonard Nimoy holds hand up in Vulcan salutation)
- Hallmark Employee: ”Live long and prosper, right?”
- Leonard Nimoy: “No, I’ll take five.“
Hallmark wasn’t going to be caught in short supply like they had in 1991. Kevin Stevens best explains,
“Anticipating a repeat of the response to their Enterprise ornament, Hallmark produced the Galileo in greater numbers. Retailing for $24, this ornament was so available to retailers that demand never exceeded supply. Fans and collectors bought the Galileo in quantity. Hallmark heavily advertised the ornaments in science fiction and Star Trek publications. This exposure, combined with the increased production numbers, meant that fans interested in obtaining the ornament were able to do so easily at retail prices”
Strange New Worlds
The sheer number of Christmas trees that had the Galileo on them makes this the most famous of Hallmark Star Trek ornaments and a favorite for nearly 30 years. To many the Galileo was their first and possibly only Star Trek ornament and, like a first love, holds a special place in one’s heart.
Check back next time to see what ornament SHINES through at #2 on our Top 10!
It’s 1992 and You’re Hosting a Hallmark Event…What Are the Five Star Trek Terms You MUST Know? (002LAN.)
In 1992, Hallmark put on a Galileo Landing Party event at stores across the country. The Galileo was the follow up ornament to the bestselling Enterprise the year before. Hallmark decided to educate their sales associates with five key STAR TREK terms in preparation of the party. Take a look below at what they considered crucial information.
If you have access to a STAR TREK costume, wear it during your Landing Party event. It will add to the festivities!
During your Party, it might be helpful if you are familiar with STAR TREK lingo. Here are some terms to know:
Shuttlecraft Galileo – Small spaceship that transfers up to 8 passengers and 2 operators to the starship U.S.S. Enterprise.
U.S.S. Enterprise – The starship that transports the STAR TREK crew on its missions.
STAR TREK Mission – “To seek out new worlds and new civilizations…to boldly go where no man has gone before.”
Klingons – Once-enemies, now allies of the Federation.
Federation – League of planets throughout all galaxies that are allied for peace.
You Are The Key
To The Success Of This Event.
Live Long And Prosper!
Hallmark 1992 STAR TREK Shuttlecraft Galileo™ Keepsake Magic Ornament & REACH Landing Party Event SALES ASSOCIATE’S GUIDE
With Your Help, Your Store’s Keepsake Magic Ornament Event Will Be Out of This World! Collectors are already eager for the new Shuttlecraft Galileo™ ornament to arrive at your store! Trekkers are equally anxious. Now is the perfect time to capitalize on the excitement generated by the historical landing of the STAR TREK Shuttlecraft Galileo. The Shuttlecraft Galileo Keepsake Magic Ornament is destined to become as sought after as its predecessor, the Starship Enterprise™. It’s lighted and features the authentic voice of Mr. Spock wishing your customers a personal Christmas greeting.
TV Beams News Of Shuttlecraft To Earthlings: National television advertising will begin August 24 with a compelling message to viewers to purchase the Keepsake Shuttlecraft Galileo Magic Ornament. TV commercials, featuring Leonard Nimoy, will air on STAR TREK (the original series) reruns, on “STAR TREK: The Next Generation” (in syndication), and on NBC’s Today Show. Ask your Hallmark sales rep for details.
A color print ad will run in Sunday Parade magazine and USA Weekend magazine on August 30. Full-page color ads will also appear in “Official STAR TREK« Fan Club Newsletter” magazine (August 21 issue) and in “StarLog” on September 1. As An Honorary STAR TREK Crew Member, Here’s What You Should Do: Read this Guide completely. Attend your store meeting and brainstorm with other Sales Associates and your manager about ways to enhance your Shuttlecraft Landing Party event.
The Shuttlecraft Landing Party: The event will be held August 29 and 30, and will feature a STAR TREK Costume Contest (where customers dress up in STAR TREK Costumes), a coloring contest (where children 12 and under color a STAR TREK scene) and a register to-win-drawing for a U.S.S. Enterprise Mobile. Your store can send out invitations to your customer mailing list and can send a news release to local media. If you know of any STAR TREK fans who would like to receive an invitation, please alert your manager now, so that an invitation can be mailed. Be ready to welcome customers with a well planned Shuttlecraft Landing Party event that will not only create goodwill and enthusiastic response from your customers, but will pave the way for future sales and continued customer loyalty.
Hallmark Collector’s Courier Vol. 6, No. 3 (1992 Galileo)
1992 Star Trek Shuttlecraft Landing Revisit (002LAN.)
Your Standard Keepsake Magic Ornament Event Will Be Out Of This World!
Collectors are already eager for the new Shuttlecraft Galileo ornament to arrive at your store! Trekkers are are equally anxious. Now is the perfect time to capitalize on the excitement generated by this historical landing of this STAR TREK Shuttlecraft Galileo in your store.
The Shuttlecraft Galileo Keepsake Magic Ornament is destined to become as sought after as its predecessor, the Starship Enterprise.
This new ornament crosses the final frontier in ornament design. It’s lighted and features the authentic voice of Mr. Spock wishing your customers a personal Christmas greeting.
Galileo also provides full margin for you.
TV Beams News Of Shuttlecraft To Earthlings
National television advertising will begin August 24, with a compelling message to viewers to purchase the Keepsake Shuttlecraft Galileo Magic Ornament.
TV commercials featuring Leonard Nimoy, will air on STAR TREK (the original series) reruns, on STAR TREK: The Next Generation (in syndication), and on NBC’s Today Show.
A color print ad will run in the Sunday Parade magazine and the USA Weekend magazine on August 30. Full-page color ads will also appear in “Official STAR TREK Fan Club Newsletter” magazine (August 21 issue) and in “StarLog” on September 1.
Be ready to welcome customers with a well-planned Shuttlecraft Landing Party event that will not only create goodwill and enthusiastic response from your customers, but will pave the way for future sales and continued customer loyalty.
Here’s What To Do
Read, display and distribute all the materials included in this promotion kit. They include:
INTRO & R-T-W MATERIALS
1 Bag Stuffer Slick
1 Ad Slick
1 Direct Mail Invitation Slick
200 Full-Color Direct Mail Invitations
1 20-1/2” x 30” Poster
1 8” x 10” R-T-W Entry Sign
300 R-T-W Entry Forms (6 pads of 50 each)
1 Entry Form Slick
1 Enterprise Mobile (R-T-W Prize)
1 News Release
SALES ASSOCIATE MATERIALS
12 Sales Associate Guides
12 Sales Associate Button Inserts
COLORING CONTEST
1 Entry Form Slick
1 8” x 10” Sign
COSTUME CONTEST
1 8” x 10” Sign
MANAGER’S GUIDE
Implementing The Promotion
August 3
- Ornament ships.
August 2 – August 8
- Have your coloring contest entry forms printed with your store’s name, address, and entry deadline date.
- Have your bag stuffers printed. Be sure to have your printer to add your store name and address to the lower right hand corner.
- Have extra direct mail invitations printed with your store name, address and time of your costume contest imprinted.
August 9 – August 15
- Contact your local newspaper advertising representative and order your newspaper ad.
- While you are discussing your advertising with your newspaper representative, give him or her your Shuttlecraft Landing Party news release. Mail copies of the news release to local radio stations and to any other local newspapers that serve your trading area.
- Mail your full-color invitations to your Collector’s list and your best customers. Be sure to store stamp the invitations (inside and on the return address side) prior to mailing. Fill in the time of your costume contest as well. Use the direct mail invitations you had printed yourself when you run out of full-color invitations.
- Distribute your Coloring Contest Forms and arrange for a local art teacher to judge the entries.
August 16 – August 22
- Display your 20-1/2” x 30” poster in your window or in the wooden floor-stand holder at the front of the store (sku 19DH 555).
- Display your costume contest sign. Arrange for a local drama teacher to judge the costume contest.
- Staple your Shuttlecraft Landing Party bag stuffers to the outside of customer’s bags.
- Assemble your U.S.S. Enterprise Mobile and hang it from the ceiling.
- Have Sales Associates wear their Shuttlecraft Landing Party button inserts.
August 22
- Build your Shuttlecraft Galileo display in a prominent place. Display all other STAR TREK related products nearby. Make sure your U.S.S. Enterprise Mobile hangs where it can be seen from outside your store.
August 23 – August 27
- Position your Register-to-Win box and entry forms near your hanging mobile.
- Encourage Sales Associates to mention the Landing Party To customers and invite them to attend.
- Display coloring contest entries as they come in.
August 29
- Take photos of costume contest entrants to send to Hallmark. Judge contest and award prize. Suggested prizes include the Shuttlecraft Galileo, any item from your STAR TREK collection or a gift certificate from your store.
August 30
- Judge your coloring contest and award prize according to the firms in this kit.
After August 30
- Add the names and addresses from the entry forms to your customers direct mail list. After that is completed, mail the entry forms to Hallmark as instructed in your Universal Fulfillment Kit to be sure that your store is given credit for these in “The Very Best Program”.
Classic Hallmark Star Trek Commercials Revisited (1992-1995)
1992 Galileo Commercial
Leonard Nimoy portrayed Lt. Spock for nearly 50 years and in 1992 he recorded a special holiday message from Spock for use within Hallmark’s Shuttlecraft Galileo ornament. That same year, Nimoy appeared as himself in a television commercial for the ornament where he gives the famous Vulcan salute.
- Leonard Nimoy: ”Excuse me. I’m interested in the new collectors ornament from Hallmark.”
- Hallmark Employee: “Ahh…the shuttle craft Galileo from the starship Enterprise.”
- Leonard Nimoy: “Precisely.”
- Hallmark Employee: “You know? It lights up when you plug it in. And listen…”
- Spock Ornament Recording: “Shuttle craft to Enterprise. Spock here. Happy holidays. Live long and prosper.”
- Leonard Nimoy: “Fascinating.”
- Voiceover: “For a store in your sector now carrying the Star Trek ornament call 1-800-HALLMARK.”
- Hallmark Employee: ”Live long and prosper, right?”
- Leonard Nimoy: “No, I’ll take five.“
1993 Enterprise D Commercial
In 1993, Hallmark aired a television commercial featuring Patti Yasutakein the role of Nurse Alyssa Ogawa, who was seen questioning the shipboard computer and then replicating a USS Enterprise-D Keepsake ornament. Patti Yasutake played Nurse Alyssa Ogawa in 16 episodes of Star Trek: The Next Generation and in Star Trek Generations and Star Trek: First Contact.
Majel Barrett-Roddenberry provided the voice of the computer. Majel, the “First Lady of Star Trek”, famously played the Trek roles of Number One, Nurse Chapel, M’Ress, Lwaxana Troi and the voice of most onboard computer interfaces throughout the series.
Nurse Ogawa: “Computer, access the new Keepsake Magic Ornament from Hallmark.”- Ship Computer/Replicator: “Accessing U.S.S. Enterprise, a collectible ornament accurately representing the the Galaxy Class starship. Ornament carries Earth date 1-9-9-3 and illuminates in a realistic manner.”
- Nurse Ogawa: “The new starship enterprise ornament please.”
- Ship Computer/Replicator: “Replications are copies. Only Hallmark carries authentic Keepsake ornaments.”
- Nurse Ogawa: “Suggest solution.”
- Ship Computer/Replicator: “Call 1-800-HALLMARK for store nearest you.”
1994 Klingon Bird of Prey Commercial
Hallmark’s television commercial for the 1994 Klingon Bird-of-Prey ornament featured Robert O’Reilly in the role of Gowron, commanding the bridge of a Klingon ship. His raucous Klingon language pitch was subtitled in English.
Robert O’Reilly appeared in the Star Trek franchise for over ten years primarily in his recurring role on Star Trek: The Next Generation and Star Trek: Deep Space Nine as Chancellor Gowron, the leader of the Klingon Empire.
O’Reilly made his first appearance in the Star Trek franchise with an appearance in the Star Trek: The Next Generation episode “Manhunt”and his last as the character Kago-Darr in the Star Trek: Enterprise episode “Bounty”.
Marc Okrand, creator of the Klingon language, provided the language for the commercial. He is the author of three books about Klingons – The Klingon Dictionary, The Klingon Way and Klingon for the Galactic Traveler, as well as two audio-courses: Conversational Klingon and Power Klingon.
- Gowron (speaking Klingonese): “Greetings! In our many battles we have fought with honor and achieved…victory! So to celebrate I have gotten you all a gift. It’s a Klingon Bird of Prey Ornament.”
- Klingon #1 (speaking Klingonese): “It looks so real.”
- Klingon #2 (speaking Klingonese): “It even has working lights.”
- Voiceover: “Hallmark introduces the exclusive Klingon Keepsake Ornament. Call 1-800-HALLMARK for a Gold Crown Store near you.”
- Klingon #1 (speaking Klingonese): ”That was really nice of him.”
- Klingon #2 (speaking Klingonese): “Yeah, we should get him a thank you card.“
1995 Romulan Warbird Commercial
Martha Hackett appeared as the female Romulan officer. Martha auditioned for the role of Jadzia Dax in Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, but lost out to Terry Farrell. She was cast as a member of the Terellian alien species in the finale of Star Trek: The Next Generation, “All Good Things…”. She appeared on Deep Space Nine as the Romulan Sub Commander T’Rul in the two part episode “The Search” in season three and starred as Seska in thirteen episodes of the television series Star Trek: Voyager.
- Hallmark Employee: “May I help…you.”
- Sub-commander: “You are aboard the Imperial Warbird Khazara. You are here to explain this.”
- Hallmark Employee: “Oh…the new Hallmark Star Trek Keepsake Magic ornament?”
- Female Romulan Officer: “Pirated from the Romulan Empire!”
- Male Romulan Officer: “Sub-commander, it lights up!”
- Sub-commander: “Tell us what you know.”
- Hallmark Employee: “Oh…well, the Romulan Warbird ornament is at Gold Crown Stores for a limited time. You should get yours soon.”
- Voiceover: “Call 1-800-HALLMARK for the store nearest you.”
- Hallmark Employee: “You guys in town for a Star Trek convention?”
1992 Galileo Newspaper Ad
Galileo Print Ad Version 2, 1992
HALLMARK BRINGS YOU GREETINGS FROM A VULCAN!
It took Hallmark to offer a collectible ornament so authentic, so finely crafted, it even plays a message from Mr. Spock, recorded by Leonard Nimoy.
This newly released Star Trek ornament, stardated 1992, is a collector’s item you can enjoy all year long, as well as during the holidays.
It’s just $24, and supplies are limited. So lock on to the coordinates of a Hallmark store near you and pick up your Shuttlecraft Galileo from the Starship Enterprise today.
002LAN. 1992 Star Trek Shuttlecraft Landing Party Event Pack
Hallmark Star Trek Ornaments 
