Terrestrial instruction globe

Terrestrial instruction globe. Geographical details on the sphere show a simple outline of the world's land masses without any labels. This globe is an educational model, a 'spherical blackboard' which can be chalked on. For full details about the cartography and construction of this globe please refer to the related publication.

Object Details

ID: GLB0226
Collection: Astronomical and navigational instruments; Charts and maps
Type: Instruction globe
Display location: Not on display
Creator: George Philip & Son Ltd
Date made: circa 1960
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 590 x 480 mm; Diameter of sphere: 475 mm