Coastal World Globes

This is a beautiful solid brass decorative antique reproduction of a Celestial Armillary Globe. This decorative reproduction of a celestial globe includes the names of the 12 astrological signs engraved into the globe in Arabic letters. The outside lid, which opens up half-way, is intricately engraved with the signs of the Zodiac and is printed with Arabic letters on the outer rim. The globe is made from solid brass, not brass-plated steel, and sits on three elegant legs. It has a rich antique patina which will not tarnish nor show fingerprints. The Celestial Armillary Globe measures 5 inches (12.7 cm) in diameter, 3 5/8 inches (9.2 cm) tall, and the center hollow globe sphere is 2 1/2 inches in diameter (6.35 cm). The Celestial Globe weighs 1 pound, 6 ounces (0.63 kg).

The gimbaled brass compass in wood box w/ glass top measures 4" Dia. This compass is a beautiful reproduction of a small antique brass gimbaled compass in a brass-inlaid solid hardwood box with a glass top. The compass is fully gimbaled with a solid brass gimbal set. The corners of the box are reinforced with lighter hardwood splines. This handsome compass makes a beautiful addition to a nautical collection or executive's desk.