Swirl Marble Appraisal

Translucent Orange and Green Swirl Glass Marble

The item is a machine-made marble, approximately 0.6 to 0.7 inches (15-18mm) in diameter, consistent with a 'shooter' size or a standard playing marble. Its primary coloration is a translucent to semi-translucent orange, with an internal swirl or patch of a darker, possibly olive-green or deep brown hue, concentrated in one area. This internal coloring has an irregular, organic shape, suggestive of a molten glass inclusion rather than a precise pattern. The surface appears to be made of glass, exhibiting a glossy, reflective finish. There are visible points of light reflection on its surface, indicating its spherical shape and smooth texture. The overall condition appears good, with no obvious chips, cracks, or significant abrasions visible from the provided image. The transparency of the orange glass allows some light to pass through, highlighting the internal darker inclusion. Given its polished, uniform spherical shape and the nature of the internal color application, it is almost certainly a mass-produced item. While precise age and manufacturer cannot be determined from the image alone, this style of marble, with its mixed translucent colors, was commonly produced from the mid-20th century onwards. The craftsmanship is typical of machine-made glass marbles, showing good symmetry and a consistent surface.