{"product_id":"antique-george-f-cram-12-inch-unrivaled-table-globe-c-1930s-chicago-vintage-terrestrial-globe-with-wood-base-cast-iron-frame","title":"Antique George F. Cram 12-Inch Unrivaled Table Globe | c. 1930s Chicago | Vintage Terrestrial Globe with Wood Base \u0026 Cast Iron Frame","description":"A wonderful piece of cartographic history and vintage Americana!\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis George F. Cram 12-Inch Unrivaled Table Globe dates to approximately the 1930s and was manufactured in Chicago by the George F. Cram Company, a well-known American map and globe maker.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe globe features a classic 12-inch terrestrial globe mounted in a substantial cast iron meridian-style frame with a wooden table base. At approximately 17 inches tall, it makes an impressive display piece for a library, office, study, classroom, or vintage-inspired home.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe globe has lovely age-related character, including areas of finish loss and wear to the globe surface consistent with its age and use. The globe does not spin easily and may require adjustment or restoration if the buyer wishes to make it fully functional. It is being offered as found and would also make a fantastic decorative or collector’s piece.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eDetails\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e* Maker: George F. Cram Company\u003cbr\u003e* Model: Unrivaled Table Globe\n* Era: Circa 1930s\n* Origin: Chicago, Illinois, USA\n* Globe diameter: Approximately 12 inches\n* Overall height: Approximately 17 inches\n* Base: Wood\n* Frame: Cast iron\n* Type: Vintage terrestrial\/table globe\n* Condition: Antique\/vintage, as found\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eCondition\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePlease review all photographs carefully. The globe shows finish loss, surface wear, and age-related imperfections. It does not spin easily. The wooden base and cast iron frame also show signs of age and use. These imperfections are part of the character of an approximately 90-year-old globe.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePlease note: This is a vintage\/antique item and is being sold in its existing condition. It would be an excellent candidate for display, restoration, or use as a unique decorative accent.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWhy You’ll Love It\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePerfect for collectors of vintage globes, antique maps, Americana, educational memorabilia, library décor, and early 20th-century office accessories. The substantial cast iron frame and wooden base give this globe a wonderful old-school presence.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eEstimated Age: c. 1930s\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eantique globe, vintage globe, Cram globe, George Cram, 1930s globe, table globe, terrestrial globe, vintage maps, antique maps, school globe, library decor, office decor, Americana, cartography, vintage decor","brand":"The Vintastic Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52267417764128,"sku":null,"price":175.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/8120\/6304\/files\/6a9209c1837a5540654675c5.png?v=1788017789","url":"https:\/\/vintasticcompany.com\/products\/antique-george-f-cram-12-inch-unrivaled-table-globe-c-1930s-chicago-vintage-terrestrial-globe-with-wood-base-cast-iron-frame","provider":"The Vintastic Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}