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3D Puzzles - The Earth

By Dave Fisher, About.com

If the world isn't flat, then why does your jigsaw puzzle have to be? Try these three-dimensional Earth-shaped jigsaw puzzles to see the Earth from an entirely different perspective. These puzzles are geared towards older children and adults.

240-Piece Illustrated Puzzleball - World Map

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A unique three-dimensional puzzle specially crafted from sturdy, curved plastic pieces that fit securely in place to form a round, smooth ball. Once completed, proudly display it anywhere using the included display stand. No glue required. By Ravensburger. 240 pieces. Measures 5.75" diameter.

World Globe - 3D Spherical Jigsaw Puzzle

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This puzzle forms a free standing, three-dimensional sphere, detailing the earth as it actually is! The last piece - the "North Pole" piece - has a trap door that snaps into place when you're done! Includes 530 pieces, a display stand, and piece by piece instructions. Manufacturer: Buffalo Games. Size: 9.5 in diameter.

Historical Globe Puzzleball with V-Stand

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This unique, three-dimensional puzzle is specially crafted from sturdy, curved plastic pieces that fit securely in place to form a round, smooth ball. Includes a sturdy metal V-shaped stand. No glue required. Manufacturer: Ravensburger. Size: 8.5 in. diameter. 540 pcs.

Earth Puzzleball with V-Stand

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This unique, three-dimensional puzzle is specially crafted from sturdy, curved plastic pieces that fit securely in place to form a round, smooth ball. Includes a sturdy metal V-shaped stand. No glue required. Manufacturer: Ravensburger. Size: 8.5 in. diameter. 540 pcs.

Earth Puzzleball with Stand

A more challenging 3D puzzle of the world to piece together. The puzzle is specially crafted from sturdy, curved plastic pieces that fit securely in place to form a round, smooth ball. Includes a sturdy metal V-shaped stand. No glue required. Manufacturer: Ravensburger. Size: 12 in. diameter. 960 pcs.

Esphera 360 Jigsaw Puzzle - 9 in. Globe

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This spherical puzzle is a unique challenge. The curved plastic puzzle pieces fit together to form a freestanding globe! All Esphera 360 puzzle pieces have a small number located on the non-image side. Beginners can assemble the pieces in numerical order, while advanced puzzlers can assemble the puzzle in sections, according to the image. When finished, place the sphere on the plastic puzzle stand for a beautiful decorative display. Includes 540 Plastic Puzzle Pieces, 1 Top Puzzle Set, 1 Bottom Puzzle Set, 1 Top Assembly Guide, 1 Middle Assembly Guide, 1 Bottom Assembly Guide, and 1 Puzzle Stand. Measures 9 in diameter. Ages 12 and Up.

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