Name A Star

Name A Star offers symbolic star-naming gifts, with personalised details provided during the ordering process.

Quick overview

Its gift sets include classic, framed and boxed options, with different combinations of certificates, presentation items and astronomy materials.

The framed set includes a registration certificate showing the star name, date and telescopic coordinates.
A night-sky map, star marker and locator instructions are included with the framed set.
Extra certificates can be selected with the framed set.
The deluxe framed set includes an additional framed certificate and an astronomy e-book on CD.
A themed pack is offered for christenings.

Introduction

Name A Star offers a symbolic star-naming service and personalised gift sets. Shoppers can choose a name for a star and provide details for its registration.

The range includes classic, framed and boxed sets, alongside themed packs for christenings. Some sets include certificates, maps and other presentation items.

What Name A Star offers

The gift sets offer different combinations of star registration documents and presentation items. Framed options include a certificate, while boxed options add a presentation gift box.

Some sets also include a night-sky map, a star marker and instructions for locating the named star. A deluxe framed set includes an additional framed certificate and an astronomy e-book on CD.

Product and service categories

Framed star-naming sets

A framed set includes an A4 registration certificate and a clip frame. The certificate shows the star name, registration date and telescopic coordinates. The set also includes a registration document, a night-sky map, a self-adhesive star marker and instructions for locating the star.

Boxed and deluxe sets

Framed and boxed sets combine a clip frame with a presentation gift box. The deluxe framed set includes a registration certificate and an additional framed certificate. It also contains a presentation box and an e-book on CD with a beginner's guide to astronomy.

Themed packs

Name A Star also offers themed star-naming packs for christenings.

Browse the full range on the Name A Star website.

More Info

Brands named on the site

USL is named as the brand for a framed star-naming set.

Using the website

The site has a shopping basket. For the framed set, a personalisation form appears during checkout.

Notable features

The framed set's personalisation form asks what you would like to name the star, the date of star registration and who the star is named in honour of. An optional personalised message appears on its registration document.

Extra certificates can be selected with the framed set. Its registration details confirm the star details and the entry in the merchant's register.

Frequently asked questions

What does naming a star involve?

It is a symbolic, novelty gift. The service allows the shopper to give a star a name.

What details are requested for the framed set?

The personalisation form asks for the star name and registration date. You will also need to enter who the star is named in honour of.

Can the registration date be in the past or future?

Yes, the date can be in the past or future. The form asks for it in DD/MM/YYYY format.

What appears on the registration certificate?

The certificate shows the star name and registration date. It also shows the star's telescopic coordinates.

What is included with the framed set's map?

The set includes a night-sky map and a self-adhesive star marker. It also includes step-by-step instructions for finding the named star's position.

Can I select extra certificates?

Yes, extra certificates are an option with the framed set. The deluxe framed set also includes an additional framed certificate.

Key takeaways

Star naming is offered as a symbolic, personalised gift.
Classic, framed and boxed sets are available, along with a christening-themed pack.
Some sets include a night-sky map and star locator instructions.
The framed set offers a choice of extra certificates.
The deluxe framed set includes an astronomy e-book on CD.

Summary

Name A Star offers personalised star-naming gift sets with a choice of presentation options. Depending on the set, shoppers can find certificates, frames, a gift box and items relating to the star's position in the night sky.