Steph

exactly .. .they need to have that extra white -- and yours look so close except maybe not quite there. Gotta be close relatives.

Gosh, no. Can't say. Good odds of it being Alley. It seems within the Alley range in structure, and Alley was the highest volume producer of that kind. But I can't rule out Ravenswood ... and with the translucent white I can't rule out Heaton. Kinda wondering if anyone else thinks it could be Heaton.

Are these wedding cakes ... or somewhere in the vicinity of that family?

Ah, good choice. See, that's what happens ... whenever I start my list, someone comes along and reminds me of a great group I left out.

Oh, they're gonna like those. Pretty marbles.

lol ... yes, you may

This one is handmade. In Asia. Yes, I'd call it a pontil. Yes, contemporary. I don't think we've ever put a company name on these.

I gave away too many big ones. I'm gonna start saving some when I come across them again.

2 inches?! Coool. Seeing both of the marbles now, I'm leaning strongly toward Vacor de Mexico. That would be modern.

Hmmm ... the texture of the glass if making me think of Vacor. I'm not sure about the pattern though.

lol @ Jurassic Park movie comment Even cooler that you have kids involved!

funky in a good way

Talking with someone about the marbles she played with as a child. She's practically exactly my age ... we played with marbles in the early 70's. She basically only remembers cat's eyes. I remember cat's eyes, bumblebees and all reds. And clearies. What marbles do you remember from when you were young?

Thanks, Greg. Nice list.

I toy with a top 5 list from time to time. Bumblebees are definitely in there. Simple classic. And then I always think "Akro Superman" ... but then I think "Akro Lifesaver" ... and if I have two Akros in my top 5, that's one less spot for another maker. But I still have wiggle room since I haven't thought of #4 or #5 yet. What would be your top 5 ... or 10 ... or whatever number you want ....

not too shabby

Maybe they look greener in the picture than in hand. The room was a little dark. Might have affected it.

Turn the basic freezer section burrito into something fancy.

Went to Shanty Days festivities in Algoma, Wisconsin, and here's some of my loot. In the parade in addition to the candy, they also tossed out string cheese and ice cream sundae cups. That's Wisconsin for ya! Got the bumblebees at an antique store. Was like a sip at an oasis in the middle of a desert.

Fun to see international horsehair.

This comes courtesy of Bob

Hi ho Silver!