Replogle Allanson Desktop Globe, Antique 12"

National Geographic Allanson.Desktop Globe, Antique Plated Base and Meridian.12 Inch, Raised-Relief, Antique-Ocean Sphere.13"W X 12"D X 17"H, 3.3 lbs.Hand-crafted in the USA.The Allanson Desktop Globe is a beautiful model that prominently displays National Geographic's world renowned cartography. Thousands of accurate place names populate this world globe, adding to its educational appeal. The Allanson is supported by an antique styled brass base, which prominent displays National Geographic's official logo along with other handsome ornamentation. The brass colored die-cast meridian holds this 12 inch sphere to reach 17 inches tall. The off-white shaded oceans of the political map are complimented by the diversely colored countries. A fine, gold lettering of the map's geographical information adds to the elegant appeal of this desktop globe. A light grid spans the model, denoting latitude and longitude, along with a thick gold equator that divides the northern and southern hemispheres. National Geographic's exacting cartography is represented on this detailed political map. The sphere's raised relief, lends the world globe a three dimensional texture that represents the planet's rugged topography. The National Geographic Allanson Desktop Globe, with its striking gold and white color scheme makes it an attractive addition to any space that sparks lively conversation. This sophisticated world globe delights the eye and imagination no matter where it rests in the home, school or office. Let yourself be enthralled by this stunning educational world globe