Globes are spherical models or representations of earth that were first created in Turkey in about 150 BC. As more knowledge of the world was gathered, more countries and territories were added to these globes. Today, the oldest example of a terrestrial globe that still exists today was made in the 1470's by a man by the name of Martin Behaim in Germany.
Antique globes make beautiful accessories to a home or office. Decorative globes made of wood and brass are often used in decorating. Many sizes of globes exist from large floor models to table top models. Generally the older globes will be slightly different in terms of what we know about the world today. Even into the 1800's, there was still parts of the world that were not yet discovered or mapped. This makes these globes highly collectible and a wonderful example of how technology and exploration have expanded our knowledge over the years.
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