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Replogle Mercury 12-inch Globe - Astronomy Magazine - English

Replogle Mercury 12-inch Globe - Astronomy Magazine - English

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Overview

The Replogle Mercury 85397 is a 12-inch planetary globe from Astronomy Magazine, with English-language labels and mapping based on NASA’s MESSENGER mission data. Enhanced-colour mapping helps distinguish differences across Mercury’s surface, while 236 labelled features provide reference points for exploring the planet.

Key Features

  • Mercury surface mapping: Based on data from NASA’s MESSENGER mission.
  • 236 labelled features: Identifies craters, ridges, plains and scarps.
  • Enhanced-colour map: Helps distinguish chemical and mineralogical differences across the surface.
  • 12-inch sphere: Desktop planetary globe for study and display.
  • Smooth surface: Does not have raised-relief texture.
  • Clear base: Plastic sphere supported by a clear acrylic base.
  • Non-illuminated: This model does not include globe illumination.

Specifications

  • Brand: Replogle Globes
  • Edition: Astronomy Magazine Mercury globe
  • Model / MPN: 85397
  • Map subject: Mercury
  • Label language: English
  • Display type: Desktop planetary globe
  • Sphere diameter: 12 inches / approximately 30 cm
  • Map source: NASA MESSENGER mission data
  • Labelled planetary features: 236
  • Map presentation: Enhanced colour
  • Sphere material: Plastic
  • Base material: Clear acrylic
  • Surface: Smooth, without raised relief
  • Illuminated: No

Compatibility

This is a planetary reference globe depicting Mercury, not an Earth globe. Allow room for its 12-inch sphere on a desk, shelf or table. Confirm replacement-component compatibility specifically with Replogle model 85397.

Frequently Asked Questions

What data is used for the map?

The Mercury map uses NASA MESSENGER mission data.

What does the enhanced colour show?

It helps distinguish subtle chemical and mineralogical differences across Mercury’s surface rather than presenting a natural-colour view.

Does this globe have raised relief?

No. It has a smooth surface.

Is the globe illuminated?

No. Model 85397 is non-illuminated.

What language are the labels?

The 236 identified planetary features are labelled in English.

Why Choose the Replogle Mercury Globe?

This Astronomy Magazine globe combines MESSENGER-based mapping, enhanced-colour surface detail and 236 labelled features in a 12-inch desktop model for exploring Mercury.