What makes a marble a Popeye?

One type of the corkscrew marbles became known as Popeyes. These had two colored spirals on a base composed of clear glass with fine white filaments. The Popeye name arose because these marbles were often sold in boxes on which the cartoon character graced the cover.

What are speckled marbles called?

Onionskin marbles have a clear core covered by a thin opaque base color, usually white or yellow, which surrounds the inner core. The outer layers of colors were created by rolling the hot glass rod over crushed pieces of glass creating a speckled brightly colored marble.

How can I tell if marbles are old?

Hold the marbles up to the light and look for subtle flaws or marks that indicate the age. Older marbles will have certain bubbles or flaws caused by the glass-blowing process. Compare the colors of one type of marble to another.

Are old glass marbles worth anything?

When it comes to glass, handmade antique marbles are most valuable. They can be easily identified because they have a tiny scar, or pontil mark, where they were cut from the glass rod while being made. There are many other types of antique handmade marbles that have names describing their decorative appeal.

What kind of marbles are worth money?

When it comes to glass, handmade antique marbles are most valuable. They can be easily identified because they have a tiny scar, or pontil mark, where they were cut from the glass rod while being made.