Columbus Floor globe Duo Magnum 100cm French (18317)

The map image is in French, and the actual product may differ from the picture provided.

A Fusion of Patience, Expertise, and Innovation
The Magnum globe represents a unique blend of high technology and traditional knowledge. Its impressive craftsmanship and size elevate it to the status of a striking 'objet d'art,' serving as both a decorative piece and an informative reference globe.

Exceptional Craftsmanship
The Magnum features a unique relief impression and cartography designed with meticulous attention to detail. This precision invites viewers to interact with the globe, enhancing its tactile appeal.

Elegant Design Meets Functionality
The globe is supported by a classically elegant fork base crafted from high-grade brushed stainless steel, combining durability with timeless aesthetics.

Impressive Cartography
The map of the Magnum is printed using a high-resolution plotter and hand-applied to the seamless crystal sphere. To achieve a flawless glare, the map is exclusively laser-printed. Each globe requires 40 hours of dedicated craftsmanship to achieve its noble size, refined elegance, and unparalleled quality—a true testament to German engineering.

DUO Map System

• Political Map (Unlit): Displays countries in carefully matched colors for clear distinction.

• Physical Map (Lit): Reveals mountains, plains, tectonic plates, and sea beds with astonishing relief effects.

The map is manually adjusted on a seamless blown crystal sphere that offers remarkable luminosity. When illuminated, the relief effect is breathtakingly vivid. Columbus employs advanced printing techniques in their state-of-the-art cleanroom to ensure perfection. Using only premium acrylic sheets, they meticulously print up to 24 layers of color, curing and inspecting each layer while maintaining strict cleanliness standards. A high-gloss clear coat is applied for a radiant finish before final inspection by their cartographic team.

This dedication results in unmistakable Columbus cartography—a true splendor of elegance.

4D Globe App for iPhone and iPad
Enhance your Columbus DUO globe experience with the 4D Globe app, available for iPhone and iPad. By simply moving your device over the illuminated DUO globe, you can access interactive features such as real-time weather and temperature data for major cities or explore the country encyclopedia for fascinating facts about nations worldwide.

The app also includes alternative maps that provide new perspectives on Earth's surface or even delve into its interior structure. With continuously updated content and new topics to discover, this app guarantees an immersive and educational experience. Available exclusively for Columbus DUO globes via the App Store.

Specifications

• Diameter: 100 cm

• Total Height: 173 cm

• Type: Foot-stand model

• Rotating: Yes

Series: DUO

• Scale: 1:11,000,000

• Unilluminated Map Features: Political

• Illuminated Map Features: Physical

• Language: French

Equipment Details

• Meridian Material: Metal

• Cable Guide: Integrated

• Stand Material: Stainless steel fork-foot

• Power Supply: Plug-in

Sphere Material: Crystal glass

Special Features:

• Design Globe: Yes

• Classic & Elegant Style: Yes