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Replogle Franklin Antique Globe — a classic desk globe for the study
Replogle Franklin 12-Inch Antique Ocean Raised-Relief Desk Globe
Reviewed by the WhyToBuyThis team · Updated September 2026 · How we choose
Perfect for
- Study or office
- Exploration fans
- Made in the USA
- Splurge gift
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Why this gift works
The Replogle Franklin Antique Globe is a 12-inch desk globe with an antique-toned ocean, raised-relief mountains and more than 4,000 place names, on a numbered semi-meridian. Its cartography also shows major shipping routes and illustrations of famous explorers' ships. It stands 16 inches tall, weighs 5 pounds, is made in the USA with a ball of reclaimed paper fiber, and is model 31501.
A globe on the desk is an invitation to trace routes and settle arguments, and the antique styling suits a study, an office or a bookshelf. It is a lasting, good-looking gift for anyone who loves history and exploration.
Who is this gift for?
Great for
- A history buff's desk
- A retiree with a travel list
- A home office
Think twice if
- They want a lit globe
- They want historical borders
The catch
It is desk size only, it does not light up, and it shows present-day borders in an antique style rather than a true historical map.
Skip if they want an illuminated globe or a true historical map.
Key specs
| Brand | Replogle |
|---|---|
| Model | Franklin 12-inch, antique ocean (31501) |
| Diameter | 12 in |
| Overall size | 13 x 12 x 16 in; 5 lb |
| Cartography | 4,000+ place names, raised relief, shipping routes |
| Made in | USA |
Worth knowing before you buy
- The ball is made of reclaimed paper fiber.
- It shows shipping routes in nautical miles.
Why we like it
- Antique look for a study
- Raised relief to feel the mountains
- Explorers' ships on the map
- Made in the USA
What to look for in a desk globe
- Size. 12-inch globes suit a desk; floor globes need space.
- Cartography. Raised relief and clear place names make a globe worth studying.
- Style. Antique oceans suit a study; bright colors suit kids.
Questions people ask
A 12-inch globe; the whole piece is 16 inches tall and weighs 5 pounds.
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