The world globe comes from the Latin word globus, meaning "sphere". 

- The first globes of modern times were made in the late 15th century by Martin Behaim of Nuremberg and Leonardo da Vinci. 

- One of the earliest globes constructed (1506) after the discovery of America is in the New York Public Library.

Condition: New

Finish:  Antique Brass

Hand-applied map gores

Height: 12"

Diameter: 6"