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FOR THE HOLIDAYS
Globes
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READING AND TRAVEL GUIDE
Here's a page from Longitude, the specialty bookseller for travelers. To order online, and to see the latest, most comprehensive selection of books and maps, go to http://reading.longitudebooks.com/HQ3964. You may also call 800-342-2164 to order or request a catalog.
The Pioneer
• Replogle
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2011 •
GLOBE
This is the blue-ocean globe you may remember from your childhood, with up-to-date cartography, bright colors, a metal base and an unusual "gyro-matic" mount whereby you can swivel the globe in all directions, including upside down. It's a traditional 12-inch tabletop model with blue oceans and a numbered full-meridian.
(GLB11, $69.00) |
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The Starlight
• Replogle
EXPLORATION •
GLOBE
Popular in the 1940s and 1950s, the black-ocean globe is back, here as a 12-inch tabletop model with a matte silver base, updated cartography, raised relief and gyro mount, which allows you to turn the globe any which way, including upside down. Price includes separate domestic shipping via UPS ground.
(GLB10, $74.00) |
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The National Geographic Eaton
• National Geographic
EXPLORATION •
2011 •
GLOBE
Thousands of place names give an accurate view of contemporary political boundaries. Raised relief helps distinguish topographic features around the world. Its antique brass plated gyro-matic meridian and hardware add to the classic look of this handsome tripod stand. Some assembly required. Replacement globes are available to purchase from the manufacturer when cartography is updated. Hardwood tripod is adjustable from 41.25" to 52.25".
(GLB60, $350.00) |
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National Geographic Byrd
• National Geographic
EXPLORATION •
2011 •
GLOBE
A medium teak hardwood base with steel yoke and diecast meridian makes this illuminated globe a sturdy globe perfect for the office, classroom and home. Thousands of place names are complemented with raised relief topographic features. Turn or tap the globe to activate 10 bright LED lights. Auto shut-off. Made in the U.S. Four AA batteries.
(GLB59, $229.00) |
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National Geographic Bowers
• National Geographic
EXPLORATION •
2011 •
GLOBE
The Bowers features updated cartography that makes our student globe perfect for back-to-school. Bring the vastness of the world to life for explorers of all ages with our new, illuminated desk globe. Perfect for classrooms, family rooms, and as a night-light in the bedroom. Thousands of place names are complemented with raised relief topographic features. Turn or tap the globe to activate 10 bright LED lights. Satin nickel semi meridian and base. Auto shut-off. Made in the U.S. Four AA batteries.
(GLB58, $119.00) |
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National Geographic Grosvenor
• National Geographic
EXPLORATION •
2011 •
GLOBE
The Grosvenor combines classic styling with the latest National Geographic cartography in colors reminiscent of parchment globes from centuries past. The Grosvenor desktop-style presents a 12" raised relief globe that helps you gain a better perspective of our earth. Its antique brass plated semi-meridian and base provide functionality and beauty. Perfect for office, study or living room.
(GLB57, $79.00) |
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Also Recommended
The Hastings
• Replogle
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A 12-inch antique globe with a solid hardwood base in a walnut finish.
(GLB08, $68.00)
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Austin Globe, Antique Ocean
• Replogle
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10% OFF THE RETAIL PRICE OF $750. Much in the same contemporary spirit as the Finley (but at half the price) is the 16-inch-diameter, 30-inch tall Austin. The handsome stand is crafted of solid maple with a walnut stain. Illuminated with a die-cast, brass-plated meridian. A blue ocean model with raised relief (GLB23) is also available.
(GLB22, $675.00)
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Diplomat, Blue Ocean
• Replogle
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The world's most detailed globe, a whopping 32 inches in diameter, held in place by a hand-crafted mahagony stand. with touch-on illumination, 10-color cartography and a solid brass engraved meridian. Favored by presidents and dignitaries (the White House has one), this masterpiece features an extraordinary 20,000 place names, making it the world's most detailed globe. 20% Off the $8,995 retail price.
(GLB25, $7995.00)
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Finley Globe, Antique Ocean
• Replogle
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10% OFF THE RETAIL PRICE OF $1395. This striking 20" diameter antique ocean globe is encircled by a die-cast, brass-plated meridian. With touch-on illumination and 4,200 place names. The handsome stand is crafted of solid maple with a walnut stain.
(GLB20, $1255.00)
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Finley Globe, Blue Ocean
• Replogle
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10% OFF THE RETAIL PRICE OF $1395.The striking 20" diameter blue ocean globe is encircled by a die-cast, brass-plated meridian. With touch-on illumination and 4,200 place names. The handsome stand is crafted of solid maple with a walnut stain.
(GLB21, $1255.00)
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Livingston Globe
• Replogle
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This 12-inch raised-relief blue globe shows the political world when illuminated, a nice touch.
(GLB29, $89.00)
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Marin Globe
• Replogle
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A 16-inch antique ocean globe in a three-legged, hand-forged wrought iron base.
(GLB27, $399.00)
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Orion Globe
• Replogle
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The Orion, a stylish 12-inch illuminated globe, features an attractive palette of black oceans with landmasses in yellow and orange. The continents glow merrily when illuminated.
(GLB24, $99.00)
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The Sierra
• Replogle
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A 12-inch tabletop globe in earth-tones with raised relief, brass-plated semi-meridian and an antique brass base. It' a classic!
(GLB19, $79.00)
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Trafalgar
• Replogle
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This clean lines of this angled metal floor stand give the blue-ocean globe a jaunty, modern air.
(GLB28, $299.00)
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