The MOVA 4.5 Inch Mercury Rotating Globe shows off the otherworldly beauty of the planet's rugged surface. Mercury is the closest planet to the sun. It has the fastest orbit of any other celestial body in the solar system, which is why it was named after the swiftly flying Roman god. Mercury's steep craters, rocky ridges and tall mountains populate the surface of the desktop globe through color and shading, giving it an almost porous look. The MOVA globe's gold color is accented with hints of brown and silver that add to its captivating appeal.