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Is an old globe worth anything?
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Yes, some old globes are worth something. There are collectors who seek out globes made from specific materials, such as metal or wood, or ones produced by certain manufacturers, such as Replogle, Rand McNally, John & William Cary and Denoyer-Geppert. In addition to maker and materials, the age, type, style and condition will also have an impact on the value of a globe. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can aid you in the evaluation process for a particular piece. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of antique and vintage globes.
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
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Chrome Sphere
Located in New York, NY
A chrome plated brass sphere decorative object, in the Modern style/Postmodern period, circa late-20th century. Piece is weighted with flat bottom for stability. Very good condition,...
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Globes
Materials
Brass, Chrome
$495
Replogle World Classics Series 12" Globe
Located in Bradenton, FL
A Replogle 12” diameter globe from their World Classic series. Supported with a square wooden base. The globe is decorated with a geographical raised-relief noted with points of inte...
Category
Late 20th Century American Globes
Materials
Metal
Giovanni Maria Cassini's 1843 table globe
Located in Milan, IT
Tabletop terrestrial globe, made according to the knowledge of Giovanni Maria Cassini (Venice 1745 - Rome 1824) regular cleric of the Somaschi Fathers, an order proposed in Venice in...
Category
Antique 1840s Globes
Materials
Wood
Vintage Terrestrial Library Globe on Stand With Compass 20th Century
Located in London, GB
A fine vintage and very decorative 19" terrestrial library globe on stand by Georama, London, dated 1988.
The globe is raised on a highly decorative acanthus carved mahogany tripod ...
Category
Late 20th Century English Globes
Materials
Mahogany
Naive Canvas Embroidered World Globe, Wood and Iron Stand
Located in Miami, FL
Naive Canvas Embroidered World Globe, Wood and Iron Stand
Offered for sale is a vintage traditional-style handmade world globe with a canvas glove that spins. The canvas is embroide...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Globes
Materials
Iron
Post Modern Lapis & Gemstone Revolving World Globe on Brass Stand & Compass
Located in San Diego, CA
Post-modern lapis and gemstone revolving world globe on brass stand, circa 1990s. This gorgeous globe is made of various gemstones that are perfectly cut and inlaid to form contents...
Category
Late 20th Century Afghan Post-Modern Globes
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Multi-gemstone, Brass


