vintage George F. Cram's Imperial World Globe on a wooden and metal floor stand. This style is a common mid-century design, often found in homes or libraries. Key Features Manufacturer: The George F. Cram Company, Inc. Model: Typically identified as an "Imperial" globe.m Aesthetics: It features a blue ocean map with multi-colored countries, a brass-toned metal half-meridian (the ring holding the globe), a turned wooden post, and a round, brass-toned metal base. Cartography: The globe includes raised relief landforms, ocean currents, and air routes, which were common features of this era. Dating: These globes generally date from the 1960s or 1970s, as the political boundaries on such globes can help determine their specific age (e.g., the presence of the USSR indicates a date before 1991).