Unique Art Gemstone Globe - 13 Inch Amber Copper Desktop With Semi-Precious Stones

This isn't just a globe - it's an absolute work of art that will become the centerpiece of any room! The Unique Art gemstone globe is painstakingly handcrafted using more than 30 different semi-precious gemstones from around the world, creating this stunning mosaic of colors and textures that's truly breathtaking. The 13-inch diameter globe features an incredible attention to detail - each country is inlaid from a different stone, individually cut and ground to exacting interlocking shapes, then polished and set into this exquisite piece. The ocean parts are made from crushed freshwater pearls mixed with epoxy through a complicated and expensive procedure that requires precise temperature control. The stones used include 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 stones. The latitude and longitude lines are thin ribbons of polished brass embedded through the globe, adding to the luxurious detail. It comes with a beautiful ornate tripod leg copper-coated heavy zinc alloy stand (no cheap plastic here!) with a glass-topped integral brass compass at the bottom. This is a limited edition piece with individual Canadian province stones and divided US state stones - only a limited number have been made for the entire world, making it truly collectible. Since 1996, Unique Art has been one of the original gemstone globe makers, and their expertise shows in every detail. Each globe requires ten individual steps and over 2000 hours of labor to complete! While minor imperfections may occur due to the handcrafted nature, these are not considered defects but rather proof of the artisan process. This is more than decoration - it's an investment piece that will be cherished for generations.