A very unique device manufactured by Groetchen Mfg. Chicago, Ill. in the early 1900s for shooting marbles. From the collection of Bill O'Connor.
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January 1, 2009
Marble Shooter Pistol
A very unique device manufactured by Groetchen Mfg. Chicago, Ill. in the early 1900s for shooting marbles. From the collection of Bill O'Connor.
April 14, 2008
Bird Cage Marble
Very few of these handmade marbles exist, so little is known about them. However, it was probably made in China in the early 1900s. This unique little beauty measures 1 1/4" and was for sale at the Orange County Marble Show for $5,000. If you are interested in purchasing this marble, send me an email and I'll put you in touch with the owner.
February 6, 2008
Transition Marbles circa Early 1900s
Transitions are slag marbles, which were gathered by hand and then formed by machine. So they're combination machine and handmade. The transitions pictured are from the collection of Danton Burroughs.
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