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Marbles Identification and Price Guide (Paperback)

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More than 500 color photos display marbles of all types in this informative, highly popular, revised guide. Most of these photos, over 400, are new to this edition and the text is entirely rewritten. Covered in this reliable guide that has stood the test of time are handmade and machine-made marbles of all types, including Indians, Aggies, Steelies, transitionals, M.F. Christensen & Son, Akro Agate, and more...every major category of marble is presented. Included among the handmade marbles are old marbles of glass, earthenware, minerals, and steel; machine-made marbles are identified by their manufacturers; and contemporary handmade glass marbles by artisans recapturing the old styles and creating exciting new styles all their own. Today's marble pricing is explained in detail. The author describes the four factors to look for when determining the value of a marble, and presents an accurate guide to the modern market. This book is a reliable source book for anyone with an interest in marbles.

About the Author


Bob Block has been collecting, appraising, auctioning, and dealing in marbles for over 30 years. He has written extensively on marbles over the years. He and his family reside in Fairfield County, Connecticut.

Product Details
ISBN: 9780764339943
ISBN-10: 076433994X
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
Publication Date: April 6th, 2012
Pages: 176
Language: English