The Replogle Panorama 12 inch diameter Raised Relief Desktop Blue Ocean World Globe is held in place by a durable, lightweight, clear acrylic base.  This blue ocean up-to-date globe features over 4,000 place names and political boundary markers.  The globe ball also features raised relief embossing that reveals the world's main mountain ranges in a three dimensional way.  Standing 17" tall, this globe is affordable and is perfect for the home, office or dorm room.  A great value and a wonderful gift, this world globe is perfect for STEM learning and is essential tool for home schooling.  Recommended for ages 8 and up.