Best Heirloom Globes in the World
by Mark Jeffery, globemaker at goodwoodglobes
Some globes are made last, kept in the family and passed down through the generations.
If you’re looking for a globe that will stand the test of time, take a look at our curated collection of the best heirloom globes you can buy from around the world.
Vincenzo Coronelli’s 1688 Globe – Greaves & Thomas
If you’re looking for a globe that’ll last for generations, you won’t do better than this Coronelli globe. The hand-painted cartography, with it’s muted colours and myriad place names, is gorgeous.
Available in a 33-inch or the original 43-inch diameter.
Prices: £7,234 – £12,766 (around $9,600 – $17,000)
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