Welcome to DU! The truly grassroots left-of-center political community where regular people, not algorithms, drive the discussions and set the standards. Join the community: Create a free account Support DU (and get rid of ads!): Become a Star Member Latest Breaking News Editorials & Other Articles General Discussion The DU Lounge All Forums Issue Forums Culture Forums Alliance Forums Region Forums Support Forums Help & Search

EBay, Collectors, Flea Market & Antiques

safeinOhio

(35,535 posts)

1. One handy item for marbles is a

Reply to grasswire (Original post)

Fri Apr 11, 2014, 02:05 AM

Apr 2014

plastic template that I found that measures the diameter of small spheres. Can't remember where I found it, most likely a stationary store. Very important to know the size to find the price. Next thing is to understand and identify the color "ox blood". That took me a while. They best place to quickly learn is looking at items for sale on Ebay.

Edit history

Please sign in to view edit histories.

Recommendations

0 members have recommended this reply (displayed in chronological order):

7 replies

= new reply since forum marked as read

Highlight:

best site online to learn about vintage marbles? [View all] grasswire Apr 2014 OP

One handy item for marbles is a safeinOhio Apr 2014 #1

yeah, I looked at thousands of marbles on ebay til my head was swimming. grasswire Apr 2014 #2

I know the hand blown marbles go for a good price, but for the most part I'm clueless. Vinca Apr 2014 #3

Hi grasswire, I had to laugh when I read your post about marbles. Paper Roses Apr 2014 #4

great story, PR grasswire Apr 2014 #5

Good morning, guess what I bought this AM--you guessed it. Paper Roses Apr 2014 #6

pee wee, I think grasswire Apr 2014 #7