Vintage Glass Cat's Eye Marble

This item is a small, spherical glass marble, approximately 5/8 inch in diameter, resting in a person's palm. It features a translucent golden-yellow or amber-colored base glass. Internally, there is a visible 'cat's eye' design consisting of subtle, slightly darker yellowish-orange wisps or vanes that flow through the center of the sphere. The glass contains numerous tiny air bubbles (seeds), which are common in mid-20th-century machine-made marbles. The exterior surface shows signs of age and play, evidenced by small surface pits, scratches, and a slight breakdown of the smooth finish. There are no prominent maker's marks, but the style is consistent with American marble manufacturers such as Vitro Agate or Marble King, likely dating from the 1940s to the 1960s. The craftsmanship is typical of mass-produced toy glass of that era, showing a rustic charm rather than fine art glass precision. The overall condition is fair to good, with visible patina from use.

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