{"product_id":"1977-farquhar-earth-in-space-transparent-celestial-globe-18-horizon-ring","title":"1977 Farquhar Earth in Space Transparent Celestial Globe 18\" Horizon Ring","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;max-width:800px;margin:0 auto;color:#1a1a1a;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background:#0d1b2a;color:#fff;padding:18px 22px;border-radius:8px 8px 0 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch1 style=\"margin:0;font-size:22px;letter-spacing:.5px;\"\u003e1977 Farquhar \"Earth in Space\" Transparent Celestial Globe — Large 18\"\u003c\/h1\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:6px 0 0;font-size:14px;color:#a9c0d6;\"\u003eDeluxe Clear Acrylic Star Globe · Inner Earth Globe · Graduated Horizon Ring · Compass Base\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #e2e2e2;border-top:none;padding:22px;border-radius:0 0 8px 8px;\"\u003e\n\n    \u003cp style=\"font-size:15px;\"\u003eAn impressive \u003cstrong\u003elarge-format Farquhar Transparent Celestial Globe\u003c\/strong\u003e (Farquhar Transparent Globes, Philadelphia, PA) — the \u003cstrong\u003edeluxe 18-inch\u003c\/strong\u003e version of this iconic mid-century instrument. A clear acrylic \u003cstrong\u003estar globe\u003c\/strong\u003e houses a printed \u003cstrong\u003eterrestrial Earth globe suspended at its center\u003c\/strong\u003e, encircled by a \u003cstrong\u003egraduated horizon \/ meridian ring\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:17px;border-bottom:2px solid #0d1b2a;padding-bottom:6px;margin-top:26px;\"\u003eMaker \u0026amp; Age\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"font-size:15px;padding-left:20px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Farquhar Transparent Globes — Philadelphia, PA, U.S.A. (imprint on the celestial sphere)\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Copyright \u003cstrong\u003e© 1977\u003c\/strong\u003e (printed on the globe)\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deluxe transparent celestial (star) globe with inner terrestrial globe and graduated horizon ring — celestial-navigation \/ astronomy instrument\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~18 in  |  \u003cstrong\u003eCircumference ~56.5 in (56 1\/2\", ≈144 cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e, on a clear triangular base\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n    \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:17px;border-bottom:2px solid #0d1b2a;padding-bottom:6px;margin-top:26px;\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"font-size:15px;padding-left:20px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eLarge clear acrylic celestial sphere printed with constellations, named stars \u0026amp; light-year distances\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eDetailed inner \u003cstrong\u003eEarth globe\u003c\/strong\u003e with colored continents and oceans\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGraduated horizon \/ meridian ring\u003c\/strong\u003e with degree scale for navigation demonstration\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eEcliptic band with months of the year and \"Apparent Position of True \/ Mean Sun\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eStar-magnitude legend (7-size dots), star clusters, nebulae \u0026amp; Milky Way band\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eTriangular \u003cstrong\u003eLucite base with inset magnetic compass\u003c\/strong\u003e and rubber feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eRotating polar-axis mounting\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n    \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:17px;border-bottom:2px solid #0d1b2a;padding-bottom:6px;margin-top:26px;\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"font-size:15px;\"\u003eGood 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:17px;border-bottom:2px solid #0d1b2a;padding-bottom:6px;margin-top:26px;\"\u003eA Rare Large-Format Find\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"font-size:15px;\"\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background:#eef3f8;border-left:4px solid #0d1b2a;padding:14px 16px;margin-top:24px;font-size:14px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Handling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double-boxed and heavily cushioned to protect the large acrylic sphere, horizon ring, and base in transit. Fast, fully tracked shipping.\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cbr\u003eListed with ExportYourStore.com","brand":"Gauntlet Gallery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45745954160775,"sku":"317652876968_1C5B_C812_8814_FA9A","price":899.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0658\/3179\/6871\/files\/57_4657c1dc-dbe6-4ad1-88fc-b6b61340603b.jpg?v=1788355589","url":"https:\/\/gauntlet.gallery\/products\/1977-farquhar-earth-in-space-transparent-celestial-globe-18-horizon-ring","provider":"Gauntlet Gallery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}