
Assorted Vintage and Modern Glass Marble Collection
This collection features a diverse assortment of machine-made glass marbles of various sizes, ranging from standard player size (approx. 5/8 inch) to larger shooters (approx. 1 inch). The lot includes several distinct styles: 'Cat's Eyes' with internal multi-colored ribbons (green, yellow, and red), 'Solid Opaques' in white and yellow, and 'Translucent Swirls' appearing in shades of blue, amber, and green. Materials consist of soda-lime glass with various pigments used for internal and surface detailing. Notable examples visible include a large white shooter with green and yellow surface swirls and multiple clear-base marbles with internal ribbon structures characteristic of mid-20th-century manufacturers like Vitro Agate or Marble King. The condition appears mixed; while many retain a high gloss, several display visible 'as-found' surface wear, including 'moon' fractures, minor surface pitting, and dulling from play use. A portion of the collection is contained within a clear plastic storage bag, while the rest is loose. The production era likely spans from the 1950s through the late 20th century, representing common utilitarian styles used for children's games. No rare hand-gathered or furnace-made antique marbles are immediately identifiable in this specific grouping.
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Estimated Value
$45.00 - $65.00
Basic Information
Category
Toys and Collectibles
Appraised On
March 14, 2026
Estimated Value
$45.00 - $65.00
Item Description
This collection features a diverse assortment of machine-made glass marbles of various sizes, ranging from standard player size (approx. 5/8 inch) to larger shooters (approx. 1 inch). The lot includes several distinct styles: 'Cat's Eyes' with internal multi-colored ribbons (green, yellow, and red), 'Solid Opaques' in white and yellow, and 'Translucent Swirls' appearing in shades of blue, amber, and green. Materials consist of soda-lime glass with various pigments used for internal and surface detailing. Notable examples visible include a large white shooter with green and yellow surface swirls and multiple clear-base marbles with internal ribbon structures characteristic of mid-20th-century manufacturers like Vitro Agate or Marble King. The condition appears mixed; while many retain a high gloss, several display visible 'as-found' surface wear, including 'moon' fractures, minor surface pitting, and dulling from play use. A portion of the collection is contained within a clear plastic storage bag, while the rest is loose. The production era likely spans from the 1950s through the late 20th century, representing common utilitarian styles used for children's games. No rare hand-gathered or furnace-made antique marbles are immediately identifiable in this specific grouping.
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