Collecting Antique Marbles
Collecting Antique Marbles

Author: Paul Baumann

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2004-11-30

Total Pages: 208

ISBN-13: 1440225230

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Marbles evoke memories of childhood and simpler times; perhaps this is why they are collected with such enthusiasm! Marble fans won't want to go without this fantastic reference, which has been the standard collecting guide since its first publication nearly 35 years ago. Collecting Antique Marbles not only provides up-to-date pricing information, it provides collecting tips and advice on the hobby every collector should know. This long-awaited 4th edition provides a full-color look at the rarest and most collectible marbles in the world, aiding in identification and giving marble enthusiasts an eyeful of what's out there. A history of marble types and manufacturers is included in the book, as well as important information on spotting fakes and reproductions. A new chapter on Carpet Bowls joins updated chapters on German Swirls, Onionskins, Clambroths and Indians; Lutz; Sulphides and End-of-Day; Transition and Machine-Made, and many more.

Collecting Marbles
Collecting Marbles

Author: Richard Maxwell

Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Published: 2012-08-16

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781479119486

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A first-of-kind book on marble collecting for beginners interested in learning about how to identify and value old marbles.

Marbles Identification and Price Guide
Marbles Identification and Price Guide

Author: Robert Block

Publisher: Schiffer Publishing

Published: 2012

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780764339943

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More than 500 color photos display marbles of all types, including Indians, Aggies, Steelies, transitionals, M.F. Christensen & Son, Akro Agate and more.

Antique Glass Swirl Marbles
Antique Glass Swirl Marbles

Author: Stanley A. Block

Publisher: Schiffer Pub Limited

Published: 2001

Total Pages: 158

ISBN-13: 9780764314599

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Swirl marbles comprise one of the largest categories of antique marbles. With 851 color photograph, this book displays swirl marbles from banded and clambroth swirls to latticinio core and ribbon core swirls. The text explains each swirl marble type and provides tables of prices.

Collecting Antique Marbles
Collecting Antique Marbles

Author: Paul Baumann

Publisher:

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780873417242

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Features more than 1,200 sought-after marbles, and pricing for more than 100 different subgroups of marbles and 100 types of sulphides. Covers reproductions and fakes, and history and manufacturing techniques for agate and stone; clay, crockery and china; and German swirls.

Antique Glass End-of-day Marbles
Antique Glass End-of-day Marbles

Author: Stanley A. Block

Publisher: Schiffer Pub Limited

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 190

ISBN-13: 9780764316302

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Nearly 900 photographs display End of Day antique glass marbles handmade from the mid-1880s through c. 1918. End of Day Onionskin, Cloud, Joseph's Coat, and English style marbles appear in abundance. Among them are Paneled, Ribbon, Lobed, Shrunken Core, Mist, Submarine, and End of Cane examples. Values are included in tables.

American Machine-Made Marbles
American Machine-Made Marbles

Author: Dean Six

Publisher: Schiffer Book for Collectors

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780764324642

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Over 590 color photos display machine-made marbles from the twentieth century, including the most extensive collection of marble packaging ever assembled. Marble factories whose products and packaging are displayed include Akro Agate, Christiansen Agate, Davis Marble, Heaton Agate, Kokomo Opalescent, Libbey-Owens-Ford, Marble King, Peltier, Ravenswood, and Vitro. Values are included in the captions.

Collecting Antique Marbles
Collecting Antique Marbles

Author: Paul Baumann

Publisher:

Published: 1990

Total Pages: 176

ISBN-13: 9780870695698

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Provides a brief history of marbles, describes the different types of marbles and methods of manufacture, and their histories, and provides price tables

Contemporary Marbles and Related Art Glass
Contemporary Marbles and Related Art Glass

Author: Mark P. Block

Publisher: Schiffer Craft

Published: 2000-11

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780764311666

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Marbles produced by over 130 artisans are presented in 600 color photographs. A history of the contemporary handmade marble movement is provided, along with tips for the purchase and care of marbles, a glossary, and a valuation guide. This book will be a joy for everyone fascinated with glass.