[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

I purchased one of these decanters years ago and kept a small amount of cognac in it. I recently discovered a pin-sized hole in the "Africa" portion of the globe that leaked profusely when I refilled the decanter with more liquid. I did not discover the hole previously because I never had that much liquid in the decanter and the hole was towards the top as it sits in its base. I have re-ordered another one (too much time passed I guess to seek a replacement) in hopes that the same defect will not be duplicated. The continent etchings on my decanter we fine - did not seem like decals at all.

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By valerie from los angeles, ca on 12/20/2007

This item photographs much better than it looks in hand. Remember those little decals that we used to put on Easter eggs as children? Well, thats how the map design is on the glass globe - including the creases that form when the decal isnt placed EXACTLY in the right place. This was a gift for my father-in-law, and although I highly doubt that he would notice - my mother-in-law would. I almost considered returning this item - but I feel that the irregularities are sooo minor that it would just be easier to keep it.

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By don from watauga texas on 11/29/2007

your pictures make this item look like it is made for a full size person not a nome.