Options and Pricing Sizes The Castor Three Foot Diameter (36 inch) Offered with a Dual Polar mounting that allows hand rotation and correct tilt. $3900.00 The Pollux Four Foot Diameter (48 inch) $5900.00 The Zeus Five Foot Diameter (60 inch) $8250.00 Both our four and five foot globes currently have a single South Pole mount.  They rotate only when mated to a motor or bearing set.  Dual pole mountings can be created as a custom feature. Delivery in Chicago is free.   Crating and shipping for locations outside Chicago are provided at actual cost.

According to Greek mythology, Castor and Pollux were the sons of Zeus.  Their mother was human, and Helen of Troy was their half-sister.

Bases Indoor Display Base The indoor display base uses a natural oiled wood finish and is mounted on rubber fleet to protect flooring.   View an example. Lawn Spike Base The lawn spike base employs a 22 inch augur that secures the globe in soil.  It is recommended for 3 foot globes only.  View an example. Pedestal Base The pedestal base uses a round aluminum plate with bolt holes for secure connections to concrete, wood, or stone. The height of the pedestal is up to you.   View an example.

Finishes Matte Satin Silver Aluminum Finish Unlike many of our competitors' products, our matte satin silver finish aluminum globes are designed to resist all weather conditions.  They'll retain their beauty in outdoor installations, and their swirled finish resists scratches while catching light evenly.     View an example. Powder Coat Finish Powder coating is only recommended for indoor applications.  Although it may resist years -- even decades -- of outdoor weather, we cannot guarantee it.  Having said that, the colors and textures available are stunning.  Contact us for details View an example.