Gemstone luster. The brilliant shine of the bright brass-plated base and semi-meridian enriches the many colors of the 13" diameter blue lapis ocean globe with inlaid gemstones.  There are over 25 different stones present on each globe.  Each gemstone is hand carved in to the shape of countries and continents.  Hours of enjoyment will be had admiring the intricacy of this beautiful desktop gemstone globe.