Antique c. 1900 German Handmade Onionskin Glass Marble 7/8"
A 7/8" German Handmade Onionskin Glass Marble is a highly collectible antique marble produced primarily between 1850 and 1920. At 7/8 of an inch (around 22mm), it is considered a desirable large shooter size. Built from a glass cane with a clear glass center. A primary base layer of opaque color most commonly white or yellow melted directly over the clear core. Swirled or mottled colors (typically red, blue, green, or orange) applied directly on top of the base skin layer to create dynamic contrast. The entire internal design is sealed under a thick layer of protective clear glass. Please ask specific questions on details, condition, and shipping prior to bidding, ALL ITEMS ARE SOLD AS IS, and the bidder will be responsible for payment. We box and ship what we can to keep costs low, and use USPS and UPS. Large items, extremely fragile, and high value items will be packed by UPS. Quotes available on request
Dimensions: 7/8" diameter
Condition: Good Condition with a couple of nicks (see pics)
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A 7/8" German Handmade Onionskin Glass Marble is a highly collectible antique marble produced primarily between 1850 and 1920. At 7/8 of an inch (around 22mm), it is considered a desirable large shooter size. Built from a glass cane with a clear glass center. A primary base layer of opaque color most commonly white or yellow melted directly over the clear core. Swirled or mottled colors (typically red, blue, green, or orange) applied directly on top of the base skin layer to create dynamic contrast. The entire internal design is sealed under a thick layer of protective clear glass. Please ask specific questions on details, condition, and shipping prior to bidding, ALL ITEMS ARE SOLD AS IS, and the bidder will be responsible for payment. We box and ship what we can to keep costs low, and use USPS and UPS. Large items, extremely fragile, and high value items will be packed by UPS. Quotes available on request
Dimensions: 7/8" diameter
Condition: Good Condition with a couple of nicks (see pics)