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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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Vintage Crams Imperial World Globe USA on Stand by George F. Cram 20th Century
Located in London, GB
A vintage 18 inch Cram's Imperial World globe on stand by George F. Cram Company INC USA late 20th century in date.
The globe is raised on a highly decorative carved walnut tripod s...
Category
Late 20th Century American Globes
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Modern Cram's Imperial World Desktop Globe on Stand
By Cram's
Located in San Jose, CA
Vintage desk or tabletop globe map with metal atomic stand by George F. Cram Company. This piece rotates on a semi-meridian and displays plenty of vintage charm. The perfect accessor...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Globes
Materials
Metal
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
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
Early 1900s by Guido Cora Italian Antique Terrestrial Globe
Located in Brescia, IT
1905 terrestrial globe
Cast metal stand
Excellent condition.
Category
Antique Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Globes
Materials
Metal
Inlaid Pietra Dura Gemstone Tabletop World Globe on Brass Stand
Located in Doylestown, PA
Vintage inlaid semi-precious gemstone tabletop terrestrial globe on a brass stand. A labor-intensive, beautiful work with hand-cut and inlaid stones including Tiger's Eye, Jasper, M...
Category
Late 20th Century Globes
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Multi-gemstone, Malachite, Marble, Brass


