A New Era Dawns: Star Trek: Discovery Props and Costumes Head to Global Auction
The landscape of Star Trek television is undergoing a significant transformation, marked by a major new auction event. Propstore, a renowned auction house specializing in film and television memorabilia, has announced a comprehensive sale featuring an extensive collection of props and costumes from all five seasons of the groundbreaking Paramount+ original series, Star Trek: Discovery. This upcoming auction also includes select items from the acclaimed Star Trek: Short Treks anthology series, offering dedicated fans and discerning collectors a unique opportunity to acquire authentic pieces of the franchise’s recent history.
This highly anticipated event is distinct from the previously announced Star Trek Universe auction slated to take place in Canada. The Propstore auction will be conducted entirely online, opening its virtual doors to a global audience. Bidders from across the world will have the chance to participate, with the added allure of a special giveaway: two lucky registrants will receive a coveted tribble from Star Trek: Short Treks.
The Farewell of Discovery: A Comprehensive Collection Goes Under the Hammer
Star Trek: Discovery, which premiered in 2017, was instrumental in ushering in a new era of Star Trek television, pivoting the franchise towards streaming platforms and exploring new narrative frontiers. The series concluded its five-season run in 2024, leaving behind a rich legacy of innovative storytelling and visually stunning design.
According to Propstore, this auction represents a significant opportunity for enthusiasts. "This auction brings together material spanning eras and iterations of the franchise, offering collectors the opportunity to mark this milestone anniversary with an authentic piece of Star Trek history," a spokesperson for Propstore stated. The timed, online-only auction commenced on April 29, 2026, and will remain open for bidding until May 12, 2026. Each lot sold in this auction will be accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, a crucial document co-signed by a representative from the CBS Star Trek Archives, further solidifying the provenance and value of each item.
The sheer scope of the collection is impressive, encompassing over 300 lots that showcase the breadth of Star Trek: Discovery‘s visual identity. Chuck Costas, Propstore’s Vice President of Business Development, elaborated on the significance of the sale. "This auction offers a look back on all five seasons of the groundbreaking series Star Trek: Discovery," Costas said in a statement. "With more than 300 lots, the sale includes amazing costumes from the Discovery‘s crew, allies, and foes, 32nd-century weapons, and even a nod to fan-favorite tribbles from the spin-off series Short Treks. As Star Trek celebrates its 60th anniversary, this auction offers collectors the opportunity to own an authentic piece of the franchise’s legacy."
The catalog features a diverse array of items, ranging from hero costumes worn by the principal cast to smaller, more accessible props that adorned the show’s sets. This ensures that a wide spectrum of collectors, from those seeking iconic centerpieces to those looking for more affordable mementos, can find something to capture their interest.
Highlights of the Discovery Collection
Among the most sought-after items are likely to be the costumes worn by Sonequa Martin-Green as Captain Michael Burnham, the central character of Star Trek: Discovery. The auction includes several of her costumes that chronicle her character’s remarkable journey across the series’ five seasons – from her early days as a disavowed officer to her pivotal role as a mutineer, and ultimately, her ascendancy to the captaincy of 32nd-century Starfleet. These costumes are estimated to fetch between $5,000 and $10,000.
Beyond Burnham’s core uniforms, the collection boasts several of her more distinctive outfits, including a memorable light-up Breen disguise, with an estimated value of $6,000 to $12,000, and her commanding Admiral jacket from the future, projected to sell between $4,000 and $8,000.
The auction also presents a fascinating array of props that brought the universe of Discovery to life. Fans can bid on Grudge the cat’s iconic collar, with an estimated price range of $1,500 to $3,000. Saru’s (Doug Jones) distinctive personal brooch is also available, estimated between $2,500 and $5,000. Adding a touch of intrigue, Dr. Kovich’s broken Starfleet badge, a prop that hinted at deeper lore, is expected to command between $5,000 and $10,000.
The sale extends to memorable costumes worn by guest stars and recurring characters, further enriching the historical significance of the auction. Captain Pike’s away mission outfit, representing his pivotal early appearances in the franchise, is estimated at $5,000 to $10,000. L’Rell’s formidable white armor, a symbol of her leadership and Klingon heritage, is listed with an estimate of $4,000 to $8,000. Additionally, Sarek’s robes from a tense cruiser sabotage incident offer a glimpse into the complex political machinations of the era, with an estimated value of $2,500 to $5,000.
For those eager to explore the full breadth of available items, the complete auction catalog is accessible online via the Propstore website. Prospective bidders are encouraged to register for an account, a process that not only facilitates participation but also automatically enters them into the special giveaway for a Star Trek: Short Treks tribble.
A Legacy of Collecting: Previous Auctions and Future Prospects
This is not the first time Propstore has delved into the archives of Star Trek: Discovery. In 2021, the auction house successfully sold a significant collection of props and costumes from the series’ first two seasons. This prior sale underscored the strong demand among collectors for tangible pieces of the modern Star Trek era. Furthermore, Propstore has a history of handling high-profile Star Trek auctions, having previously offered items from the first two seasons of Star Trek: Picard in 2022. The fate of items from Star Trek: Picard‘s recently concluded third season remains unknown regarding potential future auctions.
The current Propstore auction coincides with a broader trend of Star Trek property dispersal. Details are still emerging for the Star Trek Universe auction organized by 403 Auctions, which is set to take place in Ontario, Canada. This particular auction is expected to feature items from the recently dismantled sets of Starfleet Academy, a promising new venture within the franchise. Labeled as Auction #1, this suggests a series of auctions dedicated to the Starfleet Academy property, with potential for further sales. It is also highly anticipated that items from Starfleet Academy and potentially Star Trek: Strange New Worlds will eventually become available to collectors, though no concrete announcements have been made at this time.
The proliferation of these auctions signifies a significant transition for the Star Trek franchise on television. As new series are developed and older ones conclude their runs, the artifacts that populated these on-screen universes are finding new homes with passionate fans. This trend not only provides collectors with tangible connections to their favorite stories but also serves as a historical marker of the evolution of Star Trek’s visual and narrative landscape. The Star Trek: Discovery auction, in particular, represents a comprehensive closing of a chapter, allowing fans to own a piece of the series that boldly went where no Star Trek had gone before in the streaming age.
