Gilman Joslin 10-inch Terrestrial Globe

Description:

Gilman Joslin 10-inch Terrestrial Globe, Boston, 19th century, with brass semi- or half-meridian, analemma shown in the North Pacific, cartouche reading Joslin's Ten Inch Terrestrial Globe, Manufactured by Gilman Joslin, Boston, on an ebonized turned stand, ht. 17 in.
Estimate $300-500

repair to wood stem where meridian ring goes through, small flea bite losses to globe,


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