The current era of ‘Star trek’ is ending with a fire sale

At a glance:

• PropStore auction of Discovery and Short Treks props runs through May 12.
• 403 Auction selling Starfleet Academy items ends April 23, with oversized turbolift sets at $10,000 each.
• Paramount announced Starfleet Academy will end after season two, and Strange New Worlds sets have been dismantled.

Auctions overview

Paramount has officially committed to expanding its Star Tr​ek film slate, but the studio is simultaneously winding down the current wave of television productions. In the wake of that decision, two specialty auction houses—PropStore and 403 Auction—have opened separate sales that allow fans and collectors to own a piece of the franchise’s recent TV history. The PropStore sale focuses on props and costumes from Star Trek: Discovery and the Short Treks anthology, while 403 Auction is handling items that appeared in Star Trek: Starfleet Academy.

Both auctions are time‑boxed. PropStore’s catalog will be live until May 12, giving bidders a little over a month to place offers. 403 Auction’s deadline is April 23, with a second, region‑specific auction slated to start in Ontario on April 22. The overlapping windows mean collectors can potentially secure items from both sales before the TV era officially closes.

High‑value items on the block

PropStore’s listing includes several marquee pieces that have been individually appraised in the $5,000‑$12,000 range. Notable highlights are:

• Michael Burnham’s Starfleet Command uniform (estimated $5,000‑$12,000)
• A Breen light‑up disguise (estimated $5,000‑$12,000)
• Phasers used by Moll and L’ak (each $3,000‑$6,000)
• Culber’s distressed 32nd‑century Starfleet uniform (estimated $4,000‑$8,000)

On the 403 Auction side, the most expensive items are two turbolift set pieces priced at $10,000 each. Because these pieces are oversized, the auction house explicitly advises winning bidders to arrange for appropriate transport and equipment for pickup; no shipping will be provided under any circumstances.

Impact of Paramount’s TV shutdown

The auctions arrive only weeks after Paramount announced that Starfleet Academy will conclude after its second season. The decision follows the recent dismantling of the Strange New Worlds sets, signaling the end of the current TV production cycle. While Paramount has pledged to develop more feature films, the lack of a clear pipeline for new series leaves a gap in the franchise’s small‑screen presence.

For long‑time fans, the sales represent a bittersweet opportunity: the chance to own tangible memorabilia from shows that will no longer receive new episodes, but also a reminder that the franchise’s future will now be driven primarily by cinema rather than television.

Logistics, charity component, and buyer considerations

403 Auction has attached a charitable angle to its sale. A portion of the proceeds from every lot will be donated to DoSomething, a nonprofit that engages young people in social‑impact campaigns. This adds a feel‑good incentive for bidders who might otherwise be hesitant about the high price tags.

Both auction houses stress strict deadlines. 403 Auction notes “tight auction deadlines” and will not make any shipping exceptions, meaning buyers must have the right vehicle and handling equipment ready for pickup. PropStore, by contrast, offers standard shipping options for smaller items, but larger costumes and set pieces will also require on‑site collection.

Timeline and what’s next for the franchise

• April 22 – Ontario‑specific 403 Auction begins.
• April 23 – Main 403 Auction closes.
• May 12 – PropStore’s Discovery and Short Treks sale ends.
• Post‑May – No announced TV projects; Paramount focuses on expanding its Star Trek film slate.

Industry observers suggest that the absence of new TV content could push collectors to treat these auctions as the last chance to acquire officially licensed, production‑grade items from the current era. Future memorabilia will likely be limited to film‑related props, which historically command even higher premiums.

Conclusion

The dual auctions serve as both a farewell to a prolific period of Star Trek television and a practical way for Paramount to monetize assets that would otherwise sit idle. With high‑value costumes, unique props, and even oversized set pieces up for grabs, the sales are attracting serious collectors and casual fans alike. As Paramount pivots back to the big screen, the items that change hands now will become the physical legacy of a decade‑long TV renaissance that is finally drawing to a close.