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Trek Core Reviews ‘Ode to Spot’ Ornament
Kelly Phillips of TrekCore.com has posted a review of Data’s Ode to Spot which is available in stores now. Please visit Trek Core to read the entire review which includes photos and a video.
“Data has those striking gold android eyes and the precision brown haircut just as he should. Spot is painted beautifully in all her cuddly orange tabby cat glory.”
Hallmark Honors Data and His Cat with 2023 “Ode to Spot” STAR TREK Ornament -TrekCore.com
Well, that’s a very gracious review and one I’d not seen. Thanks for sharing this with the group. The reviewer raised a fair question that I’ll answer here. Kelly wrote:
“In a perfect world, I’d have loved for the ornament to include the whole poem. I don’t know if this was some kind of technical limitation or just a creative decision, but it’s a small demerit on what is otherwise a lovely ornament for my collection.”
Technical limitation or creative decision? Why not both? 🙂 There was a limitation on the ornament in that typically we use chips that can hold about 27 seconds of audio. (Some ornaments have bigger chips with greater capacities but those also carry higher MSRPs.)
And that’s where the creative decision came in. Myself, I regard the poem’s first four and final four lines as the most memorable:
Felis catus is your taxonomic nomenclature,
An endothermic quadruped, carnivorous by nature;
Your visual, olfactory, and auditory senses
Contribute to your hunting skills and natural defenses.I find myself intrigued by your subvocal oscillations,
A singular development of cat communications
That obviates your basic hedonistic predilection
For a rhythmic stroking of your fur to demonstrate affection.A tail is quite essential for your acrobatic talents;
You would not be so agile if you lacked its counterbalance.
And when not being utilized to aid in locomotion,
It often serves to illustrate the state of your emotion.O Spot, the complex levels of behavior you display
Connote a fairly well-developed cognitive array.
And though you are not sentient, Spot, and do not comprehend,
I nonetheless consider you a true and valued friend.Also recall that Data opens his recitation with an introduction, and later is interrupted by applause from Commander Riker, upon which Data comments. The whole thing runs close to two minutes long. To spare you the expense of time and money, I made the edits.
I hope it makes a fun addition to your tree and your collection.
-Kevin Dilmore, 9/18/23
2023 Hand of Apollo Video Review
Captain Stuart Foley posted a video showing off a 2023 The Hand of Apollo ornament that is currently in stores. Take a quick look to hear his thoughts and see it in action.
Data “Spotted” in Stores
Second 2011 Defiant Available on eBay
A second Defiant ornament is available on eBay with an asking price of $2,499. Currently, there is another Defiant up in a bidding war that ends Saturday. That auction currently has a top bid of $961 with two days to go.
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Update 12/7/23: Relisted
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2011 Defiant Available on eBay *UPDATED*
A 7-day auction brings us eBay’s first U.S.S. Defiant of 2023. The Defiant had a limited run of only 700 when it was released in 2011 and came with a glow-in-the-dark paint job. It quickly became one of the most highly sought after Hallmark Star Trek ornaments. The Defiant typically resells from $1,200-$2,000 when it shows up on the auction site. The eBay auction ends Saturday.
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Data’s Ode to Spot Delayed
If you visited your local Hallmark for the Ornament Premiere you may have noticed a lack of Datas and Spots on the shelves.
After exploring three stores worried that there had been a run on a synthetic intelligence android-lifeforms and their feline pets it seems the 2023 Data’s Ode to Spot ornament has been delayed to late July.
Supply-chain issues remain a thing, friends. I have been crossing my fingers for these to make it to stores in time for this very exciting weekend but it just wasn’t to be. I hope that those of you who already have made it to Hallmark Keepsake Ornament Premiere at least have had a chance to see and hear this ornament for yourself in person. Thanks for your patience!
Kevin Dilmore
Sixth Packaging Variant of Spock, Quog Ornament
I would like to thank Eric M. who sent in photos of a sixth version of Spock, Quog ornament packaging (2HCM2165) that was completely unknown to me. The box is dated 2018 and, like the other red boxes of that year, it features Spock’s head in the lower left corner of the packaging.
The cardboard packaging is most similar to 2018’s 2HCM4087 ornament but the vacuum-formed plastic is noticeably different with a portion specifically designed to house Spock’s right hand.
Below are the other versions of the Spock ornaments that ran from 2017 through 2019.
Hallmark 50th Anniversary KOC Exclusive Playing Cards (112PLA.)
Exclusive KOC playing cards can be found in the 2023 Dream Box that is available only to members. Each of the 50th Anniversary playing cards celebrates an ornaments for each of the last 50 years. The year 2022 is represented by the U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701 from Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. Be sure to check out how to become a KOC member below and take particular note of the Two of Spades from the 50th Anniversary deck.
Want a 2023 Keepsake Ornament Club Membership?
Enrollment is open now. Take a look at what you’ll receive for $59.99 USD (plus tax).
Product Details
Become a Keepsake Ornament Club member, and experience the magic of Keepsake Ornaments like never before! The KOC is where collectors and fans just like you celebrate their passion for Keepsake Ornaments while creating and sharing memories.
Discover more of what you love—sneak peeks, stories from the artists, exclusive ornaments and rewards—by joining KOC today.
This year, you can redeem your Crown Rewards certificates to purchase your KOC membership! Valid in store and online.
Let the fun begin! Your 2023 KOC membership includes:
- Access to 5 new club-exclusive ornaments you can’t get anywhere else. Order in store or online as they release throughout the year.
- Access to members-only experiences and virtual events just for you.
- The Keepsake Dream Box (a $150 value). Shipped directly to your home starting in April, this year’s membership gift is full of Keepsakes magic. You’ll receive:
- Three club-exclusive Keepsake Ornaments: Jolly Old St. Nick, Lil’ Beauty of Birds, and Santa’s Ornament Treasures.
- Exclusive gifts from the Keepsake Studio, including a set of playing cards and a lapel pin.
- Members receive their 2023 Dream Book first!
- Members receive their Keepsake Ornament Dream Books before they release in store when you join by January 15, 2023.
- Up to $30 in offers delivered throughout the year. Look for a $5 off $10 purchase coupon in every KOC mailing after enrolling. Plus, enjoy surprise savings and gifts!
- Invitation to early, VIP member shopping events the day before Keepsake Ornament Premiere and Keepsake Ornament Debut (only at participating stores in the U.S.; no online VIP experience). You’ll have first access to all product—even Limited Quantity ornaments—before the general public and all event rewards apply a day early! Limited Quantity purchases limited to 1 each per member on Friday while supplies last, in store only.
- Special offers throughout the year. Look forward to exclusive Crown Rewards Bonus Points opportunities, plus members-only Keepsake event offers and surprises.
- The For Keeps quarterly publication and monthly email newsletter. Get a behind-the-scenes look at Keepsake Ornament creation, exclusive videos, timely announcements and local club and community news. Plus, all active members are entered to win a free ornament giveaway each month!
- Insider access to Keepsake Community, an online social space where you can connect with Keepsake artists and other ornament enthusiasts like you.
- More Crown Rewards Bonus Points. Crown Rewards Bonus Points (U.S. only) add up faster for KOC members than for anyone else. That means more Reward Dollars coming your way!
- A KOC membership card and welcome packet. Use your card to receive members-only perks at your local store, like access to buy event-exclusive ornaments.Your membership card and welcome packet will ship soon after you join or renew.
Limit one membership per order.
Regular price $59.99
Hallmark Star Trek Transporter Water Globe Video Overview
An up close video demonstration of the Hallmark Transporter Water Globe has been posted by outsider238. The globe debuted in 2022 but is still available in stores and online in 2023 with a retail of $99.99.
Product Details
Of all the 23rd-Century technological wonders aboard the U.S.S. Enterprise, none has proven more useful and more captivating than the transporter chamber. Experience the transporting effects of light, sound and motion as first used in the original Star Trek television series with the push of a button. This interactive water globe features Captain Kirk, Mr. Spock and Lieutenant Uhura during a recreation of beam-down and beam-up sequences as featured in the classic science-fiction series. Makes a great gift for fans of the popular Sci-Fi TV series.
- Star Trek resin and glass snow globe with light and sound features design of a transporter with Captain Kirk, Spock and Uhura.
- Press the button to start a light and sound show based on the classic original Star Trek series.
- Requires three (3) replaceable AAA batteries, included.
- For decorative use only.
- Keep out of direct sunlight to avoid possible fire hazard.
- 4.88″ W x 7.25″ H x 4.88″ D
New Images of 2023’s The Hand of Apollo
Storytellers Remote Available in 2023
The Star Trek™ U.S.S. Enterprise Tree Topper Remote Control is listed on Hallmark’s website once again for 2023. Look for the remote to be available once ornaments go on sale July 15th.
Regular price $5.99
Product Details
Did your Star Trek Collection U.S.S. Enterprise Tree Topper remote dematerialize? Now you can easily replace it—or buy a second remote just in case—and ensure the sound and light show continues. Hallmark Keepsake replacement remote control features the Starfleet insignia (battery-operated).
- Key Features: Replacement remote control is compatible with Hallmark Keepsake Star Trek Collection U.S.S. Enterprise Musical Tree Topper With Light (sold separately).
- Additional Details: Artist crafted by Jake Angell. Plastic remote control.
- Includes: One Keepsake replacement remote control. Requires two (2) LR44 replaceable batteries (included).
- Size Approx.: 2.31 x 3.64 x 0.79
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120. 2023 Kirk Miniature
Mini Star Trek™ Captain Kirk Ornament
Regular price $9.99
Available October 14, 2023
Product Details
Star Trek’s larger-than-life commander of the “U.S.S. Enterprise” now can occupy the smallest corner of your holiday display. With a dynamic pose that looks ready to face any challenge, this Captain Kirk miniature Christmas tree ornament captures the action of the original “Star Trek” series.
- Key Features: Ornament is miniature size.
- Additional Details: Artist crafted by Emma Leturgez-Smith. Plastic Christmas tree ornament.
- Includes: One 2023 Keepsake Ornament in gift box for easy gift giving, preservation and storage.
- Size Approx.: 0.94 x 1.69 x 0.79
TM & © 2023 CBS Studios Inc. STAR TREK and related marks and logos are trademarks of CBS Studios Inc. All Rights Reserved.
119. 2023 Enterprise Miniature
Mini Star Trek™ U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701 Ornament, 0.035″
Regular price $10.99
Available October 14, 2023
Product Details
If the final frontier is space, this version of Starfleet’s 23rd-Century flagship takes up very little of it. This miniature Christmas tree ornament offers Star Trek’s iconic “U.S.S. Enterprise” in a size that’s right for even the tiniest tree.
- Key Features: Ornament is miniature size.
- Additional Details: Plastic Christmas tree ornament.
- Includes: One 2023 Keepsake Ornament in gift box for easy gift giving, preservation and storage.
- Size Approx.: 0.063 x 0.035 x 1.44
TM & © 2023 CBS Studios Inc. STAR TREK and related marks and logos are trademarks of CBS Studios Inc. All Rights Reserved.
118. 2023 Badgey (Set of 2)
Star Trek™: Lower Decks Badgey Ornaments, Set of 2
Regular price $19.99
Available October 14, 2023
Product Details
“Can I teach you a lesson?” If you hear that from Badgey, the malfunctioning tutor hologram onboard the “U.S.S. Cerritos,” prepare to learn about matters of life or death! This set of two Christmas tree ornaments shows the mascot of the Rutherford Training Beta 2.5 program in his nice as well as naughty personas as seen on “Star Trek: Lower Decks.”
- Additional Details: Plastic Christmas tree ornaments.
- Includes: Two 2023 Keepsake Ornaments in gift box for easy gift giving, preservation and storage.
- Size Approx.: 2.59 x 3.5 x 0.94 each
TM & © 2023 CBS Studios Inc. STAR TREK and related marks and logos are trademarks of CBS Studios Inc. All Rights Reserved.
117. 2023 Enterprise Tabletop
Star Trek™ U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701 Tabletop Decoration With Light and Sound
Regular price $129.99
Available October 14, 2023
Product Details
Immerse yourself in the 23rd Century with this Starship Enterprise tabletop decoration that features dynamic light shows to accompany sound effects and dialogue from fan-favorite moments of the original “Star Trek” television series. At the press of a button, experience synchronized performances of scenes from five different episodes of “Star Trek.” Then with the flick of a switch, the decoration turns any room into the bridge of the “U.S.S. Enterprise” with a suite of environmental sound effects and light displays (power adapter included).
- Key Features: Connect the Magic Light and Sound table decoration to the power adapter (included). Select “Light” mode to enjoy a decorative constant light feature, or select “Light & Sound” mode to hear ambient sounds from the “U.S.S. Enterprise” along with constant light. In either mode, push the button to see and hear performances featuring original dialogue and sound effects from “Star Trek: The Original Series” with light.
- Additional Details: Artist crafted by Emma Leturgez-Smith. Plastic tabletop decoration.
- Size Approx.: 5.7 x 5.9 x 9
- Includes: One Keepsake tabletop decoration in gift box for easy gift giving, preservation and storage. Requires power adapter (included) that plugs into a standard 120-volt wall outlet. No batteries necessary. Star Trek™: The Next Generation “Relics” Ornament sold separately.
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116. 2023 Relics
Star Trek™: The Next Generation “Relics” Ornament With Sound
Regular price $34.99
Available October 14, 2023
Product Details
Stardate 46125.3—Displaced 75 years into the future as the result of a shuttle accident, Captain Montgomery Scott finds himself aboard a “U.S.S. Enterprise” that’s vastly different from the ship he knew as a Starfleet chief engineer. This Christmas tree ornament captures a conversation between Scotty and Captain Jean-Luc Picard as they reminisce about old ships in the “Star Trek: The Next Generation” episode “Relics” (battery-operated).
- Key Features: Press the button on the Magic Sound ornament to hear memorable moments from this scene.
- Additional Details: Plastic Christmas tree ornament.
- Includes: One 2023 Keepsake Ornament in gift box for easy gift giving, preservation and storage. Requires two (2) LR44 replaceable batteries (included).
- Size Approx.: 7.21 x 4.98 x 7.21
TM & © 2023 CBS Studios Inc. STAR TREK and related marks and logos are trademarks of CBS Studios Inc. All Rights Reserved.
115. 2023 The Hand of Apollo
Star Trek™ The Hand of Apollo Ornament
Regular price $29.99
Available July 15, 2023
Product Details
Stardate 3468.1—Near the planet Pollux III, the “U.S.S. Enterprise” is held dead in space by a massive energy field shaped as a human hand. Captain Kirk and the Enterprise crew find themselves captives of a being who claims to be the Greek god Apollo. This Christmas tree ornament depicts the iconic opening scene from the original “Star Trek” series episode “Who Mourns for Adonais?” For an otherworldly display, insert the bulb of a standard miniature light string through the rubber grommet on the ornament to create a special lighting effect.
- Key Features: Attaches to a light string for optional lighting effect.
- Additional Details: Artist crafted by Jake Angell. Plastic Christmas tree ornament.
- Includes: One 2023 Keepsake Ornament in gift box for easy gift giving, preservation and storage.
- Size Approx.: 3.88 x 1.96 x 5.57
TM & © 2023 CBS Studios Inc. STAR TREK and related marks and logos are trademarks of CBS Studios Inc. All Rights Reserved.
114. 2023 Data’s Ode to Spot
Star Trek™: The Next Generation Data’s Ode to Spot Ornament With Sound
Regular price $22.99
Available July 15, 2023
Product Details
“O Spot, the complex levels of behavior you display connote a fairly well-developed cognitive array.” A poetic musing to a beloved pet cat as only the android Data could compose—and then recite aloud to his “U.S.S. Enterprise” crewmates as seen in “Schisms,” an episode of “Star Trek: The Next Generation.” Add vivid verse to your holiday with this Christmas tree ornament that plays dialogue from the show (battery-operated).
- Key Features: Press the button on the Magic Sound ornament to hear dialogue from the show.
- Additional Details: Plastic Christmas tree ornament.
- Includes: One 2023 Keepsake Ornament in gift box for easy gift giving, preservation and storage. Requires two (2) LR44 replaceable batteries (included).
- Size Approx.: 2.62 x 5.2 x 2.08
TM & © 2023 CBS Studios Inc. STAR TREK and related marks and logos are trademarks of CBS Studios Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Artist Inspirations: The Hand of Apollo (2023)
On 31 August 2006, CBS Paramount Television announced that, in celebration of its 40th anniversary, Star Trek: The Original Series would return to broadcast syndication for the first time in sixteen years. Each of the series’ 79 episodes were digitally remastered to 1080p HD video, and DTS-HD Master Audio 7.1 Surround audio standards, with all newly (re-)created visual effects and music. The opening theme was re-recorded in digital stereo with new vocals by Elin Carlson, and William Shatner’s opening monologue was remastered from the original elements. Most notably, though, many of the visual effects were recreated using CGI by CBS Digital. The new CGI Enterprise was based on the exact measurements, originally taken by Gary Kerr, of the original model, which is on display in the Smithsonian Institution’s National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC.
Memory Alpha
Right: Remastered special effects. Airdate: 1.12.08
It appears The Hand of Apollo is the first Hallmark ornament to take its inspiration from a remastered Star Trek episode.
Right: 2023 The Hand of Apollo Hallmark ornament
