National Geographic world globe features a unique metalbase with a die-cast map of the northern hemisphere as well as an officialNational Geographic logo. 12” diameter globe shows the latest National Geographicmaps in parchment colored cartography. It is held by a diecast numbered semi-meridian.Thousands of place names include continents, countries, capitals, biggest/importantcities, bodies of water and much more. Features raised relief cartography, tobetter emphasize the mountainous areas of the world. Time dial is located atthe North Pole. Diameter: 12″(30 cm)Height: 17″ (43cm)Width: 13″ (33cm)Weight: 3.3lbs. (1.5 Kg)Map: Up to dateMap Surface: RaisedReliefLanguage: EnglishPlace Names: 4000+Base: Die-castMetalBase: AntiquePlatedMade in USA Raised Relief: To better emphasize the mountainous areasof the world – there are ‘bumps’ on some areas of the globe. They are calledraised relief. They are there so thatyou can ‘SEE & FEEL’ the mountains – although their actual height on theglobe does not have any relationship to the true relative heights of themountain ranges.