Franklin Replogle Globe (INC FREE SHIPPING)

Where timeless design meets tactile learning—explore the world from your desktop.

The Franklin Globe by Replogle is a masterclass in craftsmanship and cartographic beauty. At 12 inches in diameter, it offers a commanding presence without overwhelming your space. Designed with traditional aesthetics and built to modern standards, this globe is more than a decorative piece—it’s an elegant, tactile gateway to understanding the world around you.

🪑 Designed to Complement Any Room

From studies and home offices to classrooms, libraries, and living rooms, the Franklin globe is as versatile as it is visually appealing. It sits on a durable antique-finished base plate, subtly textured to emulate aged bronze, lending an old-world charm that blends seamlessly into both traditional and modern interiors. The base supports a robust die-cast half meridian—not just decorative, but fully functional—engraved with latitude measurements to encourage active learning and precise navigation.

🗺️ An Antique-Style Globe with Up-to-Date Mapping

The Franklin features Replogle’s signature antique-style map, a richly detailed and colour-toned rendering of the Earth’s surface. Each nation is clearly outlined in muted, earth-tone palettes reminiscent of vintage charts, yet the content is fully current and accurate, showing today’s political boundaries, capitals, and major cities. With over 4,000 place names, this globe functions as a comprehensive reference tool.

The globe’s raised relief topography brings mountains and terrain to life—allowing you to feel the contours of the Rockies, Andes, Alps, and Himalayas. It’s an interactive feature that invites tactile exploration, perfect for visual and kinesthetic learners alike.

🚢 A Map Steeped in History and Discovery

In addition to modern geographic detail, the Franklin globe features charming historical illustrations:

• Ships of famous explorers, such as Magellan, Cook, and Columbus, complete with dates of their expeditions.

• Merchant shipping lanes, tracing ancient and modern trade routes across the seas.

• Point-to-point distance notations between major ports and destinations.

These flourishes elevate the map into a storytelling tool—connecting today’s geography with the spirit of human exploration.

Handcrafted Quality by Replogle

Every Franklin globe is a testament to Replogle’s heritage as the world’s largest manufacturer of globes. The map is printed on parchment-style paper, then hand-applied to the sphere using time-honored techniques. The globe ball is then mounted to the meridian, which is secured to the base with a precision-fit bolt, ensuring long-lasting stability and alignment.

The result is a globe that looks refined, feels durable, and performs flawlessly as both a decorative centerpiece and a learning aid.

A Globe for Every Generation

Whether you’re:

• Teaching children to find where their ancestors came from,

• Planning your next overseas adventure,

• Or simply admiring the craftsmanship of a well-made globe—

The Franklin offers a beautiful, functional way to engage with the planet. It’s suitable for all ages and makes a thoughtful gift for birthdays, graduations, retirements, and world travelers.

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