9” World Globe- Semi Precious Gemstone Inlay continents - Rare Color 13”x 13”+/-

Description

9” Globe -Gemstone Semi Precious Inlay continents - overall size is approximately 13” x 13”
Hard to find yellow model!!!
This unique gemstone globe has been previously loved and gently used and is in perfect condition. It makes a unique accent piece and great gift!
The globe was painstakingly handcrafted by the most
talented artists by, using more than 30 different semi-
precious gemstones from all over the world! This globe was made using a large amount of Fresh water pearl Powders that were pulverized, and mixed with yellow gemstones and epoxy to make the ocean part of the globe (it is a very complicated and
expensive procedure, precise control of temperature is the most essential factor in the processing cycle). This is a huge amount of striking and dramatic hand-crafted stone work.
The ornate three footed stand is built with copper
plated Zinic Alloy and at the bottom of the stand, a precise glass-topped integral compass is incorporated to complement the globe.
Each country is inlaid from a
different stone, and the stones are individually cut and
ground to exacting interlocking shapes, polished and set into this exquisite piece of art with care and attention to adjacencies. The elements of the globe are created out of lapis lazuli, mother of pearl, amethyst, African jade, tiger's
eye, jasper, turquoise, purple quartz, onyx, unakite,
abalone, green marble and many other beautifully hued and richly veined stones. The latitude and longitude lines are very thin ribbons of polished brass, embedded through the globe. The globe rotates and has a hand polished glass-like sheen.