Blue Marble Appraisal

Blue and White Swirl Glass Marble

The item is a machine-made glass marble, likely a contemporary or vintage piece. It exhibits a spherical form, characteristic of marbles designed for play or collection. The dominant color scheme features various shades of blue, ranging from a lighter sky blue to a deeper, more saturated indigo, intertwined with opaque white. The white glass appears to be swirled or feathered within the blue matrix, creating an abstract, cloud-like pattern. One notable feature is a distinct 'eye' or 'teardrop' shape in white, outlined by the darker blue, which gives it a somewhat organic or abstract aquatic appearance. The surface of the marble appears glossy and smooth, indicating polished glass. In terms of condition, based on the image, the marble seems to be in good, likely used, condition with no immediately visible chips, cracks, or significant abrasions. Some minor surface wear, common with played-with marbles, might be present but is not discernible from the provided image. The size appears to be standard, fitting comfortably in the palm of a hand, suggesting it's a common 'shooter' or player marble, typically ranging from 0.5 to 1 inch in diameter. There are no discernible maker's marks or signatures visible on the surface, which is common for machine-made glass marbles. The craftsmanship suggests a mass-produced item rather than a hand-crafted artisan piece, given the uniformity of the glass and pattern distribution, although the swirling pattern itself introduces variability. The mix of translucent and opaque glass adds depth and visual interest to the piece.