With a touch of classic elegance the Hastings 12-inch Diam. Tabletop Globe adds the perfect accent to a traditional-style room. This globe features a raised-relief surface for easy notation of land formations with Old-World style text that`s availabl e in your choice of languages. Rich colors distinguish countries regions states and other current political borders and form a striking contrast to the antique white oceans. The globe also features a sturdy painted die-cast semi-meridian and is set o n a solid hardwood base with a walnut finish. Meanwhile detailed and accurate map denotations and easy-to-read measures make the Hastings as functional as it is attractive.About Replogle GlobesA unique product. A unique company. A unique story. From the humble beginning in a Chicago apartment Replogle today is the world`s largest globe manufacturer. Their expert cartographers and craftsmen ensure the most accurate information and attention to detail on every globe they produce. From handcrafted masterpieces in the offices of presidents and dignitaries to classroom models that help students understand their world our belief in the globe as a source of wonder hasn`t changed. Proud to carry the label "Made in the U.S.A." Replogle celebrated th eir 75th anniversary in 2005