A truly magnificent and eye catching combination, these gemstone globes with table clocks, thermometer and hygrometer make an impressive addition to any home or office. With oceans made of opalite, the continents are handcrafted with a variety of natural semiprecious stones such as tiger eye, abalone shell, onyx and jade. Not only are countries labeled, but also some capitals and other large cities. Beneath the globe, a 4-sided mechanism houses 2 clocks (for keeping track of time in different parts of the world) with crystals marking the hours, a thermometer that measures the temperature in Fahrenheit and Centigrade, and a hygrometer. The rotating globe and clock are encircled by four brass pillars, all of which are mounted on a circular, golden-colored base that rotates. Now available in two sizes:

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A. Executive Opalite Rotating Globe with Clock - The globe measures approximately 6" in diameter, the base measures approximately 7-7/8"in diameter and the globe and base measure approximately 11-1/2" tall. (Item #1301)

Price $295.00

We have temporarily sold out of this size and color, but expect to receive more in September.
The same sized globe is available in marine blue on a silver base (see Item 1531).

B. Desktop Opalite Rotating Globe with Clock - The globe measures approximately 4" in diameter, the base measures approximately 5-5/8"in diameter and the globe and base measure approximately 8" tall. (Item #2211)

Price $195.00

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Inspired by Italian Renaissance designs, this exquisite album provides a most elegant home for storing treasured photos and mementos. Using centuries old binding techniques, skilled Italian craftsmen create each leather album by hand, using traditional tools to emboss and intricately detail each. Embossed on the rich, caramel-brown, mottled leather cover is a design of three goddess-like figures draped in flowing togas. With attention to detail, the back and spine of the cover also bear embossed designs, with gold leaf decorating the diamond-shaped design on the center of the spine. The interior is lined with brown moire and contains 50 ivory, deckled, acid-free pages with onionskin page protectors affixed to each. 9” x 12” x 2-1/4” deep. (Item #1732)

Price $325.00

This exceptional work of art serves as a beautiful decorative accent for home or office. 12-1/8" in diameter. The gold ribbed rim measures 1-1/2" wide. (Item #1662)

Price $290.00

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PERIDOT GREEN GLOBE
WITH ANTIQUE SILVER BASE

Opaline, peridot green oceans, gemstone countries and continents, and silver longitude and latitude lines create a magnificent globe suspended in an antiqued, silver-tone pedestal base. The globe and an inner calibrated ring both rotate within the base above a compass mounted in the center at the bottom of the base. The globe measures 9" in diameter and the base measures 12" x 11". (Item #1446)

Inspired by Italian Renaissance designs, this exquisite album provides a most elegant home for storing treasured photos and mementos. Using centuries old binding techniques, skilled Italian craftsmen create each leather album by hand, using traditional tools to emboss and intricately detail each. Embossed on the rich, chocolate brown, mottled leather cover is a gilt fleur-de-lis artfully framed against an inverted, tear-drop shaped background. With attention to detail, the back and spine of the cover also bear embossed designs, with gold leaf decorating the diamond-shaped design on the center of the spine. The interior is lined with brown moire and contains 50 ivory, deckled, acid-free pages with onionskin page protectors affixed to each. 9” x 12” x 2-1/4” deep. (Item #1838)

Price $335.00

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Price $250.00

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Not just a pretty face, this unique fashion watch has full chronograph functions, including Tachometer for timing dives, a date box, and fluorescent markers for night dives. Water resistance to 50 meters (164 feet). The clock face measure 1-3/4" in diameter. The battery-operated watch measures approximately 9" long. (Item #1774)

Price $215.00

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Inspired by Italian Renaissance designs, this exquisite album provides a most elegant home for storing treasured photos and mementos. Using centuries old binding techniques, skilled Italian craftsmen create each leather album by hand, using traditional tools to emboss and intricately detail each. Embossed on the rich, caramel-brown, mottled leather cover is a design of a lion standing on its hind legs. With attention to detail, the back and spine of the cover also bear embossed designs, with gold leaf decorating the diamond-shaped design on the center of the spine. The interior is lined with brown moire and contains 50 ivory, deckled, acid-free pages with onionskin page protectors affixed to each. 9” x 12” x 2-1/4” deep. (Item #1839)

Price $335.00

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This exquisite desk set, hand-crafted with sophistication and flair by Italian artisans, transforms the desktop into a work of art. Made of smooth leather in marbled, golden tan tones and bordered with an embossed gold-leaf, Florentine design, the desk set has the look of an elegant antique. The two leaves atop the desk set open on brass hinges to expose the inner writing area and two leather pockets. Three brass-hinged, wood-lined boxes at the head of the desk set serve to store pens, clips, business cards and other desktop items. Crafted with the attention to detail and style for which Italian craftsman are famous, the desk set is lined on the inside and underside with color-coordinated moiré. With the leaves closed, the desk set measures 22-1/2" x 18-3/4" [Letter opener and magnifier not included.] (Item #0952)

Price $1,125.00

Produced by a company renowned for creating leather jackets, gloves, and helmets for pilots in WWI and WWII, as well as for Admiral Byrd's expedition to the Antarctic, this leather satchel/briefcase is hand crafted with special attention to detail and regard for longevity. Made of brown, textured leather resembling the leather of old-time flight jackets, the interior of the satchel is lined with sturdy, taupe fabric imprinted with sketches of propeller airplanes. Three gusseted interior compartments provide space for storing a laptop computer, writing tablets, calculators and other business essentials. The compartments include pockets for cell-phone, palm pilot, and pens, as well as a large zippered compartment for protecting important documents. Includes a removable, padded, laptop computer holder with velcro closures and front pockets for removable disks. The front flap of the satchel securely closes with metal, push-button snaps located underneath the two straps on the front flap. The depth of the satchel may be adjusted by tightening or loosening the straps using the the antiqued brass buckles. Conveniently carry the satchel by the top handle or a removable shoulder strap with a padded shoulder protector. 16" wide x 12" high x 5" deep. (Item #1560)

Price $295.00

Expertly crafted by Italian artisans, this exquisite leather watch box is the ideal, refined complement for desktop or bureau. The rich, mottled, caramel brown leather is handsomely decorated with an ornate shell design atop the box. The sides of the box are slightly curved, softening and adding interesting detail to the rectangular shape. Soft, taupe suede lines the interior of the box, which has compartments for holding up to six watches. Tooled leather lines the interior edges and compartments. The box locks with a golden tasseled key. 9-1/2" x 7-1/4" x 3-1/2". (Item #1843)

Price $395.00

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Handmade in Italy, this sophisticated card holder exemplifies the creative artistry for which Italian artisans have been renowned for centuries. The rich, dark brown leather of each piece is edged with an embossed border, one row of which is gold-filled. The interior has 2 wooden slots for holding business cards or 2 decks of playing cards. 4-1/2" wide x 2-5/8" deep x 3-1/4" high. (Item #1744)

Price $155.00

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ITALIAN JEWELRY CHESTS
AND DESK ORGANIZERS

The ultimate in master craftsmanship, these exquisite jewelry chests and desk organizers are handcrafted in Florence, Italy, with the attention to detail for which the Italians are renowned. Made of European poplar covered with smooth, burled, elm briarwood veneer, the interior and underside are lined with taupe-colored suede.

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