A model of the celestial sphere showing the positions of the stars and other celestial bodies. representation of stars and constellations as they are located on the apparent sphere of the sky. Celestial globes are used for some astronomical or astrological calculations or as ornaments.

Learn About the Stars, Constellations, Sun and Planet Positions with this unique 12″ transparent globe featuring an internal 4″ Earth globe with adjustable Sun.

In the most common form of celestial globe, a number of stars were marked on a sphere, and the constellation figures delineated. The sphere was mounted by its poles (corresponding to the celestial poles) on a metal circle, or meridian.