My best friend has acquired her great-grandfather's
globe.  It's in otherwise perfect condition, but
appears to need to be cleaned due to its age.  It's a
wonderful item with countries named like Indo-China
and Siam, and I'm wondering:

1.  Should it be cleaned, or should it be left in its
current condition (except for its age it looks good,
but, after watching Antique Roadshow a gazillion time,
I'm reticent to clean anything old lest I detract from
its value because of the aging)?

2.  If yes, is there an economical home-remedy?

3.  What precautions should be taken?

Many thanks.



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