Globe Compass

Nautical globe or global compasses signify the concept of rotating earth and along with it indicate all the four directions. The skilled craftsmen using varied materials make these kind of compasses which serve the dual purpose of utility and decoration.



How does it operate?
The globe compass has a unique feature which distinguishes it from the other types of compass. In regular compasses, changes in the magnetic fields affect the position of the needle, but in the globe compass, the needle and magnet are built as separate units, so that changes in the magnetic field at different altitudes cannot affect the position of the needle. It is the compass magnet which absorbs the vertical force of the magnetic field. The needle on the other hand is fixed at the lid by a means of a double jeweled bearing and this compass works almost in all zones of the world. Due to the strong magnet, the needle settles very quickly and stops immediately at the right position, thus making an extremely accurate reading.

Popularity of globe compass
These compasses are extremely attractive and useful office or home décor products as they are unique reproductions of the original globe compass. There are globe compass which can be used as exquisite desktop accessory inlaid with gem stones, beads. In some case the compass is made of brass or copper, fitted on a stand of the same material or wood. They are given a high lustre finish or antique brass patina finish as well. The globe compasses are unique decorative pieces that can enhance the beauty of any place where they are placed.