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What are globes?

Globes are known from antiquity but their modern development dates from the 15th century. The study of geographical and astronomical globes involves those interested in the histories of science, geography and astronomy. 

Globes and spheres are often seen just as three-dimensional maps of the Earth or the Heavens but in the past they had a much wider role. The scales on the horizon and meridian rings could be used to set the globe for a specific latitude and work out the times of rising and setting of the sun or stars. They were used in the teaching of astronomy and navigation as well as geography.  Globes have also been used extensively in art to represent scientific learning and exploration.

 

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