{"product_id":"vintage-soviet-union-celestial-globe","title":"Vintage Soviet Union Celestial Globe","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"459\"\u003eThis is a vintage Soviet Union celestial globe, circa 1968. Celestial globes are three-dimensional representations of the night sky, depicting stars and constellations as they appear from Earth. They served several purposes, including constellation identification, maritime navigation, and use as educational tools. Before the widespread adoption of radio navigation in the late 20th century, these globes were commonly used to help train and guide navigators. This particular model was likley used for maritime navigation for Soviet submarines and boats during the Cold War. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"461\" data-end=\"650\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003ePrior to modern technology, they were valuable instruments for determining one’s position by referencing the night sky. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCelestial globes have a long, rich history dating back to the 2nd century CE, with the Roman Sculpture \u003cspan\u003eFarnese Atlas, depicting the oldest surviving celestial globe. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe boxed legend explains star brightness by denoting different symbols, stating:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Дo Вeл. 1.4 \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eОт 1.5 дo 2.4\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eОт 2.5 дo 3.4\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eпepeм вел\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eЭпоха 1968\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhich is translated to: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Up to magnitude 1.4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFrom 1.5 to 2.4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom 2.5 to 3.4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerem vel (shortened Russian phrase meaning variable)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEpoch 1968\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStellar magnitude has an inverse relationship with star brightness. Stars with a magnitude of \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e≤ 1.4 are very bright. Epoch 1968 is in reference to the year the star positions were taken, as they change throughout time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis model is featured in a custom built base. The original fitted wooden box is available and can be included with purchase. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e The fitted box does display signs of wear and is in used condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBase diameter 8.5\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight: 11\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight:  4 lb 5.6 oz\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylor Haus Galleries","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50510505705771,"sku":"GLOBE0006","price":1698.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0762\/1863\/0443\/files\/DBF0D1C8-A0CA-4C74-8ED4-358D28E900F7.jpg?v=1746285047","url":"https:\/\/taylorhausgalleries.com\/en-ca\/products\/vintage-soviet-union-celestial-globe","provider":"Taylor Haus Galleries","version":"1.0","type":"link"}