The Allanson features unique, one-of-a-kind styling. It carries the latest National Geographic cartography with raised relief and thousands of place names on a 12" antique-parchment ball, held by a sturdy antique-plated die-cast base and semi-meridian. The base itself is highlighted by raised outlines of the continents of the Northern Hemisphere and carries the official National Geographic logo — the perfect globe for National Geographic members and enthusiasts.