World & Celestial Globe Market Value
Analysis of 9,149 eBay listings for world and celestial globes.
What you'll usually pay
👉 In short easy summary
The best value is found in small globes (2 to 8in.) and desk models, both trading significantly below the median. Conversely, floor globes and large diameters (21 to 30in.) command a high premium, with deltas of 157% and 109% respectively.
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Price by diameter (inches)
Why? Price scales with size, ranging from 41.17 for 2-8in. to 155 for 21-30in.
Price by date range
Why? Rarity drives value, with Pre-1400 models at 179.62 compared to 1960-1969 models at 49.99.
Price by type
Why? Specialized formats like floor globes (190) are significantly more expensive than desk/tabletop versions (46.5).
Price by original/reproduction
Why? Authenticity impacts price, with antique originals at 78.96 and unknown origins at 46.96.
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Common questions
What is the median price for a used globe?
The median price for used globes is 59.99.
How much more do floor globes cost compared to the market median?
Floor globes have a median price of 190, representing a 157% increase over the market median.
Are vintage originals more expensive than contemporary globes?
Vintage originals have a median price of 53.32, while contemporary globes are 50.39.
How we got these numbers
Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $22–$476, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked August 6, 2026.