Cold War-era parcel-gilt sterling silver desk globe. In c-scroll frame mounted to cast Baroque dolphin support in turn mounted to stepped and round foot. Everyones there, not only Us and Them (The Union of Soviet Socialist Republics) but secondary players like Ceylon and Rhodesia. The world as it used to be. A great icebreaker for office peace talks, and source of reflections on the transience of power. Germanor what was then West Germanmarks including makers stamp (S&F) and no. 450. Very good condition with nice toning. Minor patch of gilding loss off the coast of Ecuador. Dimensions: H 11 1/2 x D 5 1/2 in. Weighted base. Heavy gross weight: 48.4 troy ounces. #CC871