1977 Farquhar "Earth in Space" Transparent Celestial Globe — Large 18"

Deluxe Clear Acrylic Star Globe · Inner Earth Globe · Graduated Horizon Ring · Compass Base

An impressive large-format Farquhar Transparent Celestial Globe (Farquhar Transparent Globes, Philadelphia, PA) — the deluxe 18-inch version of this iconic mid-century instrument. A clear acrylic star globe houses a printed terrestrial Earth globe suspended at its center, encircled by a graduated horizon / meridian ring for celestial navigation. The transparent sphere maps the full celestial sphere: constellations, named stars with light-year distances, the ecliptic and months of the year, and the Milky Way. A genuine piece of astronomy and navigation history and a commanding decorative statement.

Maker & Age

• Maker: Farquhar Transparent Globes — Philadelphia, PA, U.S.A. (imprint on the celestial sphere)
• Date: Copyright © 1977 (printed on the globe)
• Type: Deluxe transparent celestial (star) globe with inner terrestrial globe and graduated horizon ring — celestial-navigation / astronomy instrument
• Diameter: ~18 in  |  Circumference ~56.5 in (56 1/2", ≈144 cm), on a clear triangular base

Features

• Large clear acrylic celestial sphere printed with constellations, named stars & light-year distances
• Detailed inner Earth globe with colored continents and oceans
• Graduated horizon / meridian ring with degree scale for navigation demonstration
• Ecliptic band with months of the year and "Apparent Position of True / Mean Sun"
• Star-magnitude legend (7-size dots), star clusters, nebulae & Milky Way band
• Triangular Lucite base with inset magnetic compass and rubber feet
• Rotating polar-axis mounting

Condition

Good vintage condition consistent with age and display use. The acrylic shows expected light clouding, surface scratches, and minor wear; printing remains clear and legible. A genuine 1977 instrument, not a reproduction. Please review all photos closely — they show the actual globe you will receive and form part of the item description.

A Rare Large-Format Find

The 18-inch deluxe Farquhar transparent celestial globe is scarce and highly prized by collectors of scientific instruments, vintage globes, and mid-century design. A show-stopping conversation piece for a study, library, office, or serious collection.