The Franklin Globe

The Franklin Globe is a 12-inch diameter desktop globe that features raised relief and an antique ocean world design. This globe stands out for its detailed presentation, including over 4,000 place names and political boundaries. It displays mountain peak elevations in feet, with wavy line markers along the edge of each continent to signify the boundaries between land and ocean. The globe also highlights major shipping routes, with distances measured in nautical miles, and features the ships of famous explorers like Christopher Columbus, Leif Eriksson, Vasco da Gama, James Cook, and more.

The globe rests on a durable, sturdy base with a numbered semi meridian that marks the earth's degrees of latitude. The raised relief embossing enhances the mountain ranges, creating a three-dimensional effect. This elegant globe is perfectly sized for desktops and bookshelves, making it a great addition to any room in your home or office.