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TrekMovie.com Hallmark Star Trek Articles

The 2021 event-exclusive Star Trek offering from Hallmark coincides with the 35th Anniversary of Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home. The final chance to get your own Bird of Prey comes this week and our review can get you ready.

Review: Hallmark ‘Star Trek IV’ HMS Bounty Klingon Bird Of Prey Can Bring Honor To Your Tree
October 5, 2021

It’s Christmas in July, at least for fans and collectors of Hallmark ornaments. This weekend Hallmark releases a new electronic Mirror Spock ornament, which adds to the magic that began last year with their Keepsake Star Trek “Mirror, Mirror” Storyteller Collection (see TrekMovie review). We got our hands on the Terran First Officer to see how well he fits in with the fantastic 2020 collection.

REVIEW: Spock Is A Welcome Addition To Hallmark’s “Mirror, Mirror” Storyteller Ornament Collection
July 10, 2021

Next month brings Comic-Con@Home, as San Diego Comic-Con is going virtual with a remote convention for the second year in a row. But even if there isn’t going to be an in-person convention and vendor hall that doesn’t mean there won’t be exclusive merchandise and the first Star Trek exclusive for the event was just announced by Hallmark.

Hallmark’s 2021 Comic-Con Exclusive Bird Of Prey Ornament Celebrates 35th Anniversary Of ‘Star Trek IV’
June 28, 2021

Every year, collectors anxiously await the release of Hallmark’s next Star Trek Keepsake ornaments. The first Star Trek Hallmark ornament was the original USS Enterprise NCC-1701 in 1991. Since then, Hallmark has produced at least one Star Trek ornament with lights and sound every year, as well as some without the bells and whistles. And with Christmas two months away, it’s time to start thinking about the holidays. For 2020, the folks at Hallmark have outdone themselves. Not only are there 3 new Star Trek Keepsake ornaments,  there’s also a large tree topper, and all are themed around the classic episode “Mirror, Mirror,” And together, they tell a story, for real.

Review: Hallmark’s “Mirror, Mirror” Star Trek Ornaments Are The Perfect Fit For The Holidays In 2020
October 25, 2020

Hallmark has four new Star Trek ornaments this year, three of which went on sale on July 13th and one that is a convention exclusive (the I.S.S. Enterprise). This year’s ship is the U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701 from Star Trek: The Motion Picture, commemorating the 40th anniversary of the film. A tribble ornament with sound and motion is the Classic Trek offering, and representing Star Trek: Discovery is a Commander Saru and Michael Burnham ornament. Be sure to check out our unboxing video below!

Review: 2019 Star Trek Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments
July 17, 2019

In addition to all the Star Trek: Discovery and Picard series news coming out of New York Comic Con, there was also some cool Trek merchandise to check out on the exhibition floor. We have gathered the highlights of the new and upcoming Star Trek collectibles on display from Eaglemoss, Hallmark, Fansets and Diamond Select Toys.

NYCC: Eaglemoss, Hallmark, Fansets and Diamond Select Show Off New And Upcoming Star Trek Collectibles
October 11, 2018

Today Hallmark unveiled their 2018 Dream Book online, revealing details on their four planned Star Trek ornaments. In addition, they also have a Star Trek con exclusive planned. This is the most Star Trek offerings from Hallmark in years. We have photos and demonstration videos of the 2018 Star Trek line from Hallmark to help you plan your holidays early.

See And Hear The 2018 Hallmark Star Trek Ornaments In Action
April 19, 2018

With Star Trek: Discovery finally arriving today, this week has seen some exciting new merch hit the streets, with others on the way. The new Eaglemoss model for the U.S.S. Discovery will be warping to online retailers soon, the Hallmark ornament of the U.S.S. Discovery has been announced and new wearable Discovery pins are now available for purchase.

‘Star Trek: Discovery’ Merch Update: Eaglemoss Ship, Hallmark Ornament and QMx Pins
September 24, 2017

This year Hallmark has two new Star Trek ornaments and they arrive in stores on Saturday, July 15th. This year’s ship is the U.S.S. Franklin from Star Trek Beyond,  and the 30thAnniversary of Star Trek: The Next Generation is being celebrated with an ornament featuring Captain Picard and Data on the bridge of the Enterprise. TrekMovie got an early look at both for this review.

Review: 2017 Star Trek Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments – USS Franklin and TNG Data and Picard
July 14, 2017

Last week we reported on two San Diego Comic Con 2017 Star Trek exclusives: The Diamond Select “Final Flight” U.S.S. Enterprise and a Bif Bang Pow! U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701-D Monitor Mate. This week we have news on two more SDCC exclusives: another one from Bif Bang Pow! plus an ornament from Hallmark. We also have news of a new replica from QMx, the Star Trek Adventures RPG going on pre-order, and the latest Star Trek items to show up at Think Geek and Entertainment Earth.

Hallmark and Bif Bang Pow!, Plus QMx Unveils Captain’s Chair
June 15, 2017

TrekMovie visited the San Diego Comic Con 2014 Exhibitor Hall to check out some of the Star Trek merchandise on hand, including first looks at QMx’s USS Reliant Artisan Replica and the 2015 Star Trek Hallmark ornaments.

SDCC14 Exhibitor Hall: First Look At QMx USS Reliant + 2015 Star Trek Hallmark Ornaments + More Trek Merch
July 27, 2014

A number of Star Trek licensees are showing new and upcoming products at San Diego Comic Con this week, including USS Kelvins from QMx and Hallmark, the new Hasbro Star Trek sequel KRE-O line, new figures and vehilces from Diamond Select and uniform replicas from Anovos. Details and tons of images below.

Hasbro, QMx, DST, Anovos and Hallmark Show Off New Star Trek Merch At SDCC 2012
July 14, 2012

Tonight is preview night for San Diego Comic Con and two licensees are revealing some cool new Star Trek items. Hallmark is unveiling three 2012 Star Trek ornaments: The Enterprise D, a two Spocks scene from the 2009 Star Trek movie, and a classic Dr. McCoy. And Diamond Select Toys are unveiling their first Star Trek: The Next Generation retro-cloth figures. Details and pictures below.

SDCC Previews: Hallmark’s 2012 Star Trek Ornaments + DST Reveals First TNG Retro Mego Figures
July 20, 2011

As we have been doing all week, TrekMovie continues to bring you the first looks and details on the new Star Trek items being debuted at San Diego Comic Con. Today we have a look at three Star Trek 2011 Hallmark Keepsake Christmas ornaments.

First Look: Hallmark 2011 Star Trek Ornaments
July 22, 2010

Today we have a follow-up to our Saturday first look article on Hallmark’s 2010 Star Trek Keepsake ornaments. Star Trek novelist Kevin Dilmore (who also works for Hallmark) has sent us a video he made, showing off the three new ornaments.

Exclusive Video Of 2010 Hallmark Star Trek Ornaments
May 17, 2010

Christmas may be seven months away, but it isn’t too early to start planning ahead for what you will be hanging on your tree. Hallmark have revealed their line-up of Christmas ornaments for 2010, including three new Star Trek ornaments, including the first ornament tied into the 2009 Star Trek movie. TrekMovie has details and images.

The Collective: A Look At Hallmark’s 2010 Star Trek Ornaments
May 15, 2010

Hallmark and Kurt Adler have announced new items sure to Trekify your winter celebration experiences. Starting October 10th, the second round of Star Trek Keepsake Ornaments from Hallmark are available during the “Ornament Debut Weekend” at local Hallmark stores, and Kurt Adler continues its Star Trek line with statues, lights, stockings, and Christmasy figures.

The Collective: Hallmark and Kurt Adler Gearing Up For Star Trek Christmas 2009
October 9, 2009

It is Christmas in July with the Hallmark Ornament Premiere Weekend. This weekend Hallmark began selling much of the 2009 Christmas ornaments, including two new Star Trek Keepsake (of a total of five planned for the year). See below for first impressions of the Klingon Battle Cruiser and Menagerie ornaments.

Review Of Star Trek Hallmark Ornaments Premiering This Weekend
July 12, 2009

Hallmark Star Trek items have been, well, a hallmark of collecting and family fun since the first USS Enterprise ornament in 1991. This year, Hallmark has many surprises for fans and TrekMovie has been given all the exclusive details and first photos for two new 2009 ornaments.

The Collective: Exclusive First Looks At Hallmark Ilia and Uhura 2009 Ornaments
June 9, 2009

Are you going to have a party to celebrate the new Star Trek movie? If so then Hallmark has you covered with a new line of Star Trek movie themed party supplies from invites to cups and plates to thank you notes and more. Hallmark has also announced their Star Trek ornaments for 2009. See below for all the new Hallmark Star Trek goodies.

Details On New Hallmark Star Trek Party Supplies and Upcoming Christmas Ornaments
May 3, 2009

October 11-12th, Hallmark stores are celebrating their annual “Ornament Debut” weekend with in-store parties. Star Trek fans have reason to join the festivities because one of the best Star Trek ornaments ever is now available, the TOS Communicator. Trekmovie.com continues coverage of the Hallmark line with a detailed look at the new ornament, and news of next year’s line.   

The Collective: Review of Hallmark 2008 Communciator Ornament + 2009 Preview
October 11, 2008

Two more Star Trek’s licensees are revealing new items at Comic Con 2008. Diamond Select Toys have a Star Trek III two-pack depicting Kruge and Maltz (and more). And Hallmark is showing off a prototype for one of their 2009 Keepsake Ornaments, depicting a scene from “The Menagerie.” Pictures and more details below. 

Comic Con 08: Diamond Select and Hallmark Reveal New Trek Items
July 26, 2008

This weekend Hallmark stores are having their annual Keepsake Ornament premiere parties, and Star Trek is invited. Available now are two of the three Trek themed ornaments for 2008 (a third will be available this October). Trekmovie.com has a review of the new ornaments, and provides news about some new DST items. 

The Collective: Review Of 2008 Hallmark Trek Ornaments + DST Landing Party Kits
July 12, 2008

The Collective brings news on all sorts of Trek stuff we can expect later this year. We have the first look at the newly designed Mego Gorn, new pre-orders available for new DS9 and TOS figures and also a closer look at the 2008 Star Trek Hallmark ornaments.

The Collective: Mego Gorn + Hallmark Ornaments + New Pre-orders
May 12, 2008

Christmas is coming early as Hallmark’s 2008 ‘Dream Book’ (their annual catalog, usually available in April) has been leaked to the interweb. The ‘draft’ Dreambook details three Star Trek ornaments for 2008: The U.S.S. Reliant, a scene from “The Trouble With Tribbles” and a Kirk era communicator. See below for more details and (somewhat grainy) pictures.

The Collective Sneak Peek: 2008 Hallmark Trek Ornaments
March 10, 2008

La Sirena Ornament Review

Trekcore.com has posted a review of the latest Hallmark Star Trek ornament. La Sirena was the first ornament representing Star Trek: Picard and is available in stores now.

As for the “magic” features, this year’s Hallmark offering doesn’t have any lighting effects, though this version of La Sirena does have an integrated sound chip which cycles through a handful of audio clips from Star Trek: Picard’s first season — all from Jean-Luc Picard (Patrick Stewart), though it would have been nice to have at least one recording of the starship’s captain, Cris Rios (Santiago Cabrera) in the mix.

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Please visit trekcore.com for the full review and additional photos.

Trekmovie.com Reviews Hallmark ‘Star Trek IV’ HMS Bounty Klingon Bird Of Prey 

This ornament has no bells and whistles. The 1994 plastic Klingon Bird of Prey from Hallmark has lights that are powered by plugging into a string of Christmas lights, which the Bounty edition does not because it is solid metal. The die casting is very good. A lot of little details can be seen and felt, from tiny ridges on the fuselage and raised patterns on the wings to the detailed weapons turrets. The finished product is clean with no visible seams or flaws.

Holding this hefty little bird in my hand I can imagine a couple of humpback whales inside. No wonder it’s so heavy!

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Visit trekmovie.com for full review and photos.

Trekcore.com Reviews HMS Bounty Ornament

The 1994 ornament (top) compared to this year’s release.

“In fact, if you look at the photo on the ornament’s box, you can barely make out the details in the sculpt. Honestly, it doesn’t even photograph that well — but when you take a look at the 1994 Bird of Prey ornament, THAT ship looks like it flew right off the screen and onto my tree.”

-Kelly Phillips, trekcore.com

Visit trekcore.com for full review and more images.

Trekmovie.com Reviews Spock Storyteller Ornament

Veteran Hallmark artist Jake Angell has once again outdone himself with the design of “Mirror, Mirror” Spock.  Standing with his arms crossed, Spock is a handsome figure. The details—from his trademark beard to his medals and Terran Empire badge—are precise for such a small model. His gold sash hangs neatly over his left thigh and his dagger is at his right hip.

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Read the entire review and view ornament images at trekmovie.com.

Trekmovie.com Reviews 2020 Hallmark Ornaments

Every year, collectors anxiously await the release of Hallmark’s next Star Trek Keepsake ornaments. The first Star Trek Hallmark ornament was the original USS Enterprise NCC-1701 in 1991. Since then, Hallmark has produced at least one Star Trek ornament with lights and sound every year, as well as some without the bells and whistles. And with Christmas two months away, it’s time to start thinking about the holidays.

For 2020, the folks at Hallmark have outdone themselves. Not only are there 3 new Star Trek Keepsake ornaments,  there’s also a large tree topper, and all are themed around the classic episode “Mirror, Mirror,” And together, they tell a story, for real.

Read more…

Nuketown’s Ornament a Day

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Nuketown celebrated an ornament a day this past December that ranged from Star Wars to Marvel to Alien and to, yes, Star Trek.  These are nine Star Trek ornaments that got singled out in 2019.  Click the links below to get Nuketown’s thoughts on and images of these Hallmark Star Trek ornaments.

City on the Edge of Tomorrow Easily one of my favorite ornaments, the City on the Edge of Forever ornament has been a staple of the Geek Tree since…

Locutus of Borg The Locutus of Borg ornament recreates the conversations between Captain Jean Luc Picard and the Borg Queen…

NCC-1701-E One of my favorite Enterprises, the U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701-E appeared…

Shuttlecraft Galileo The oldest ornament on the Geek Tree – and the ornament without…

U.S.S. Franklin The Franklin doesn’t have any audio, but its bridge shines white and its…

U.S.S. Voyager This isn’t to say that I don’t like the ornament. It’s a faithful model of the ship…

NCC-1701-C The lights on the ship are bright and clear, which makes it a shame that it…

Golden Enterprise On the one hand, it’s undeniably garish and gaudy. On the other hand…

NCC-1701-D The Geek Tree could easily be the “Star Trek” tree. Starships from the franchise’s television and cinematic runs dominate the tree…

Points of Articulation 2018 Star Trek Ornament Reviews

The Points of Articulation has posted three 2018 Hallmark Star Trek ornament reviews which include the U.S.S. Discovery, “The Naked Time” and the Starfleet Tricorder.

The YouTube channel reviews a variety of other products including Micro Machines, NECA and Hot Wheels.

Check out Points of Articulation’s past ornament reviews…

2017’s Twelve Days of Trekmas by Points of Articulation

25 Days of Christmas: Hallmark Star Trek Ornament Video Reviews

 

 

2017’s Twelve Days of Trekmas by Points of Articulation

The Points of Articulation is posting its Hallmark Star Trek ornament reviews this month as the Twelve Days of Trekmas.

The YouTube channel reviews a variety of products including Micro Machines, NECA, Hot Wheels and of course Hallmark Star Trek ornaments.

This year’s reviews include 2017’s U.S.S. Franklin and Picard/Data ornaments along with Hallmark Star Trek offerings  from year’s past.

Day 1: U.S.S. Franklin (2017)

Day 2: U.S.S. Rio Grande (1999)

Day 3: Captain Benjamin Sisko (2001)

Day 4: U.S.S. Defiant (1997)

Day 5: The Doctor (2002)

Day 6: U.S.S. Voyager NCC-74656 (1996)

Day 7: Romulan Warbird (1995)

Day 8: Captain Picard and Lieutenant Commander Data (2017)

Day 9: Future U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701-D (2007)

Day 10: Locutus of Borg (2005)

Day 11: U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701-E (1998)

Day 12: U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701-D (2012)

Be sure to check out Points of Articulation’s 2016 edition of Star Trek ornament reviews.

Geekstronomy Reviews Hallmark Ornaments

Equipment: Hallmark U.S.S. Vengeance Keepsake Ornament Review
The U.S.S. Vengeance is molded in a charcoal grey color which is great contrast for the blue LED lights. Speaking of the lights, the U.S.S. Vengeance is illuminated on the front and back of each nacelle, the deflector dish and the impulse engines at the rear of the saucer section. The lights are subtle but they manage to give this tiny ship…(read more at Geekstronomy)

Equipment: Hallmark 50th Anniversary U.S.S. Enterprise Keepsake Ornament
This version of the U.S.S. Enterprise is made from the same mold that was used for the SDCC exclusive U.S.S. Enterprise. The version from San Diego was a reproduction of the Enterprise that was used in the pilot episode, “The Cage,” which means it has “points” on nacelle domes. That is a fine detail that most would never notice but Hallmark doesn’t disappoint…(read more at Geekstronomy)

Equipment: Hallmark Exclusive U.S.S. Enterprise Keepsake Ornament
This exclusive edition is painted to look as the Enterprise did when it first graced television screens in 1966. I have never been disappointed by any of the Keepsake ornaments that Hallmark has produced and this one is another example of their greatness. The level of detail on this small ship is above and beyond, including the extra detail to the…(read more at Geekstronomy)

Equipment: Hallmark Keepsake Ornament U.S.S. Franklin
The sculpture of the Franklin is spot on. I am always amazed just how much detail can be poured into a small ornament. The U.S.S. Franklin NX-326 measures 3.5″ W x 1.1″ H x 5.15″ D. This makes it the perfect size for display because it doesn’t take up too much room. I am sure it would look great next to…(read more at Geekstronomy)

W.L. Swarts Hallmark Star Trek Ornament Reviews

Please visit W.L. Swarts website for comprehensive reviews of Hallmark’s Star Trek, Star Wars, Disney, Harry Potter and other pop culture ornaments. Links provided below directly linking to Star Trek ornament reviews.
Source: wlswarts.com

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Reviews The Ornament Universe

A Hub For All Of The Holiday Ornament Reviews
By W.L. Swarts!

Why would anyone need a review of a holiday ornament before deciding whether or not to buy one?!

The truth is, a lot of holiday ornaments may seem cool for the first moment one hears about them, but when one looks into the substance of the ornament, well, it turns out to be less than what a fan might want. With the cost of ornaments rising, I found it especially valuable to review holiday ornaments and give people a buying guide for their holiday shopping!

1991 U.S.S. Enterprise Almost Everything “Star Trek” Fans Could Want From An Ornament (Except Availability): Hallmark’s Enterprise! 7/10
1992 Shuttlecraft Galileo It’s Corny, It’s Common, But The Shuttlecraft Galileo Ornament From Hallmark Is Still Cool! 6/10
1993 U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701-D The Woefully Underlit U.S.S. Enterprise-D Hallmark Ornament Could Have Been Great! 4/10
1994 Klingon Bird Of Prey Simple And Great, A Cool Subject Makes For A Wonderful Ornament: The Klingon Bird-Of-Prey! 8/10
1995 Romulan Warbird Overpriced And Underdetailed, The Romulan Warbird Ornament Is One To Avoid! 4/10
1996 U.S.S. Voyager Incredibly Detailed, But Still Tragically Underlit, The Hallmark U.S.S. Voyager Ornament Is A Mixed Bag! 8/10
1996 Mr. Spock Rosy Cheeked And Logical, Spock Defines The Average Star Trek Ornament! 6/10
1997 U.S.S. Defiant Hallmark Gets It Absolutely Right The Perfect U.S.S. Defiant Ornament! 10/10
1997 Dr. McCoy “I’m An Ornament, Not A Doctor!” How Hallmark Failed With Dr. McCoy! 1/10
1998 U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701-E  Ridiculously Dimmed Lights Sink An Otherwise Perfect U.S.S. Enterprise-E Ornament Into Average Territory! 5.5/10
1999 U.S.S. Enterprise blown glass ornament Exceptionally Breakable, The VERY Limited Edition Enterprise Blown Glass Ornament Has Value! 7/10
1999 Runabout Rio Grande The “Runabout Rio Grande” Ornament Makes Star Trek: Deep Space Nine Festive! 8/10
1999 Lieutenant Commander Worf Poor Balance Seriously Undermines The 1999 Worf Ornament! 4.5/10
2000 Borg Cube Oh, You Sad Things! The Borg Make For An Awkward Ornament With The Borg Cube! 4.5/10
2001 Space Station Deep Space Nine Ornament Or Display Piece, Space Station Deep Space Nine Cannot Be Both (We Forgive Hallmark!) 8/10
2002 Delta Flyer The Delta Flyer: The Only Other Obvious Choice For A Star Trek: Voyager Ornament Satisfies! 7.5/10
2003 Scorpion Sure, It’s Only An Ornament, But The Scorpion?! A Star Trek Hallmark Failure. 3/10
2003 Subcommander T’Pol Animated Enterprise: The Subcommander T’Pol Ornament Doesn’t Quite Wow! 2.5/10
2004 “City On The Edge Of Forever” If It Worked Properly, “The City On The Edge Of Forever” Ornament Would Really Be Something! 5/10
2004 Vulcan Command Ship One Need Not Loathe Enterprise To Find Little Merit In Hallmark’s “Vulcan Command Ship” Ornament! 1/10
2004 Commander Charles “Trip” Tucker III Unimpressive Character, Terrible Sculpt, No Good Reason To Go After The Commander Trip Tucker Ornament! 0/10
2005 U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701-A A Better Class Of Enterprise, The Enterprise NCC-1701-A Ornament Is Everything But Balanced! 6/10
2005 Khan KHAN! A Great Character, A Mediocre Hallmark Ornament! 4/10
2006 U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701 Reissue The Enterprise Not Worth Tracking Down Is The 2006 Hallmark Enterprise Ornament! 4/10
2008 Communicator The 2008 Star Trek Communicator Ornament Is Very Cool, Even If It Doesn’t Scream “Holidays!” 8/10
2008 U.S.S. Reliant Oh Khan, You Can Steal My Reliant (Ornament) Any Day! 6/10
2009 Ilia Probe (limited edition!) Less Popular Movie, Limited Edition Ornament, The Ilia Probe Hallmark Ornament Is Surprisingly Cool! 8.5/10
2009 Phaser Nothing Says “Merry Christmas” Like Shooting Your Neighbor: The Phaser Ornament! 4.5/10
2009 Klingon Battlecruiser Hallmark’s Annual Exploitation Of Trekkers Yields A Wonderful Ornament In 2009: Klingon Battlecruiser! 7.5/10
2009 “The Menagerie” A Tough Sell, Even For Fans, “The Menagerie” Ornament Tips. 5/10
2010 Legends Of Star Trek Captain James T. Kirk The Disappointing “Legends” Of Star Trek Captain Kirk Ornament. 4/10
2010 “Amok Time”  A Surprisingly Strong (If Expensive) Ornament: “Amok Time!” 8/10
2010 U.S.S. Enterprise For 2010 It’s The New Enterprise Ornament From Hallmark That Soars! 7.5/10
2011 Legends Of Star Trek Spock One Of The First Real Lemons Of The 2011 Ornament Season: Hallmark’s Legends Of Star Trek Spock Entirely Flops. 2/10
2011 “Mirror, Mirror” Another Disappointingly Animated In Appearance Ornament: The Star Trek “Mirror, Mirror” 2011 Ornament Disappoints. 4/10
2011 Romulan Bird Of Prey Exceptionally Simple Ship, Exasperatingly Simple Ornament: The 2011 Hallmark Romulan Bird Of Prey Gets It Right. 7.5/10
2011 Limited Edition New York Comic Con Exclusive U.S.S. Defiant Recycled Novelty Is Not Worth The Expense: The 2011 New York Comic Con Exclusive U.S.S. Defiant Is Not Worth The Price! 3.5/10
2012 Legends Of Star Trek Dr. Leonard “Bones” McCoy A Passably Cool McCoy! The Legends Of Star Trek Dr. Leonard “Bones” McCoy Ornament Is Nice! 5/10
2012 An Extraordinary Meeting Hallmark Illustrates How It Has Forsaken The Star Trek Fans With The 2012 “An Extraordinary Meeting” Ornament! 4/10
2012 U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701-D 25th Anniversary Trading Off Lights For Sound, The 25th Anniversary 2012 Hallmark U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701-D Ornament Is Solidly Average. 5/10
2013 Legends Of Star Trek Montgomery  Animated And Underdetailed, The 2013 Chief Engineer Montgomery Scott Legends Of Star Trek Ornament! 3.5/10
2013 U.S.S. Kelvin Ten Significant Minutes On Screen Lead To An Awesome Ornament: The 2013 U.S.S. Kelvin! 8/10
2013 “Arena” Almost Getting It All Right, The 2013 “Arena” Star Trek Ornament Rocks! 8.5/10
2013 U.S.S. Kelvin (Battle Damaged) Comic Con Exclusive Limited Edition You Won’t Find It This Ornament Release Weekend, But The Battle Damaged U.S.S. Kelvin Is Almost Worth Hunting Down! 7/10
2014 Vina The Orion Slave Woman (limited edition!) HAPPY ORNAMENT PREVIEW WEEKEND! The 2014 Vina Ornament’s Collectibility Hides A Terrible Paint Job! 3/10
2014 U.S.S. Vengeance Sadly No Better Than The Movie; The 2014 U.S.S. Vengeance Ornament Is An Under-Detailed Disappointment! 4/10
2014 Legends Of Star Trek Lieutenant Hikaru Sulu Rising To Average, The Legends Of Star Trek Hikaru Sulu Ornament Is (Mostly) Recognizable! 4.5/10
2014 “The Devil In The Dark” If It Were An Animated Series Episode . . . “The Devil In The Dark” Ornament Underwhelms! 5.5/10
2015 Legends Of Star Trek Lieutenant Nyota Uhura End Of The Line: The Legends Of Star Trek Ornament Collection Ends Well With Uhura! 7.5/10
2015 U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701-C Of All The Years Not To Have A Variant . . . The 2015 U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701-C Ornament Won’t Wow The Fans! 4/10
2015 The Needs Of The Many Disappointing Outside The Sound Clip: The 2015 The Needs Of The Many Star Trek Ornament Fizzles! 3/10
2016 Legends Of Star Trek Ensign Pavel Chekov (limited edition!) After The Legends Line, Hallmark Makes A Mediocre Ensign Pavel Chekov Ornament! 5.5/10
2016 “The Man Trap” For The 50th Anniversary, Hallmark Gives Star Trek Fans “The Man Trap!” 5.5/10
2016 U.S.S. Enterprise 50th Anniversary Gold Ornament 50th Anniversary Cashgrab: The 2016 U.S.S. Enterprise 50th Anniversary Ornament Is Unimpressive! 2.5/10
2017 U.S.S. Franklin Better Than The Film In Which It Appears: The 2017 U.S.S. Franklin Hallmark Ornament! 6.5/10
2017 Captain Jean-Luc Picard And Lieutenant Commander Data A Good Idea With A Mediocre Execution: The 2017 Captain Jean-Luc Picard And Lieutenant Commander Data Ornament Underwhelms! 4.5/10

25 Days of Christmas: Hallmark Star Trek Ornament Video Reviews

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‘The Points of Articulation’ is reviewing a Hallmark Star Trek ornament each day in December up until Christmas. The short but in depth video reviews run about three minute and give a meticulous look at our favorite Christmas decorations.  So far, the review series has covered the Galileo and other classic ships as well as the entire Star Trek Legends series.

In addition to Hallmark ornaments, The Points of Articulation reviews action figures and models from Hot Wheels, NECA, Micro Machines and others in the Sci-Fi genre. You can check out all the reviews and subscribe to the YouTube channel HERE.

Be sure to check out these Hallmark Star Trek ornament video reviews as we close out Star Trek’s 50th anniversary year.

Day 1: Captain James T. Kirk 2010 Hallmark keepsake Ornament
Day 2: Shuttlecraft Galileo 1992 Hallmark keepsake Ornament
Day 3: Spock 2011 Hallmark keepsake Ornament
Day 4: Mirror, Mirror 2011 Hallmark keepsake Ornament
Day 5: Doctor Leonard “Bones” McCoy 2012 Hallmark keepsake Ornament
Day 6: Romulan Bird of Prey 2011Hallmark keepsake Ornament
Day 7: Chief Engineer Montgomery Scott 2013 Hallmark keepsake Ornament
Day 8: Lieutenant Nyota Uhura 2015 Hallmark keepsake Ornament
Day 9: Vulcan Command Ship 2004 Hallmark keepsake Ornament
Day 10: Lieutenant Hikaru Sulu 2014 Hallmark keepsake Ornament
Day 11: Klingon Battle Cruiser Star Trek 2009 Hallmark Keepsake Ornament
Day 12: Dr. Leonard H. McCoy 1997 Hallmark Keepsake Ornament
Day 13: Ensign Pavel Chekov 2016 Limited Edition Hallmark Keepsake Ornament
Day 14: The Menagerie 2009 Hallmark Keepsake Ornament
Day 15: U.S.S. Reliant 2008 Hallmark Keepsake Ornament
Day 16: U.S.S. Kelvin 2013 Hallmark Keepsake Ornament
Day 17: Arena 2013 Hallmark Keepsake Ornament
Day 18: The Needs Of The Many 2015 Hallmark Keepsake Ornament
Day 19: Captain James T. Kirk 1995 Hallmark Keepsake Ornament
Day 20: Klingon Bird Of Prey 1994 Hallmark Keepsake Ornament
Day 21: U.S.S. Vengeance 2014 Hallmark Keepsake Ornament
Day 22: The Man Trap 2016 Hallmark Keepsake Ornament
Day 23: U.S.S. Enterprise NCC 1701-C 2015 Hallmark Keepsake Ornament
Day 24: U.S.S. Enterprise NCC 1701 2016 Hallmark Keepsake Ornament

Starloggers’ “The Greatest Star Trek Hallmark Ornaments”

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José Soto of Starloggers recently posted his ten best Star Trek ship ornaments and the ten best character/diorama ornaments.

“When it comes to ornaments, Star Wars may be the big thing given the abundance of Hallmark ornaments that are all over the stores now. However, Star Trek fans know all too well that their beloved franchise started the Hallmark ornament craze back in 1991 with the release of the original Enterprise ornament.” (more)

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Be sure to check out Starloggers and see which ornament tops the list.