Chuck G

Ron, THANK YOU for the input, i knew you would have the proper answer for this question. I have been curious for years on this. Chuck G---

That is a pelt to me, as i have ones like this. Often they miss a ribbon or two in the composition. There is a few of this family types that are translucent but range in how concentrated the red is. Chuck G---

Brock, that looks to be a Jabo to me also. That does bring up a good question that some may be able to answer. (Percentage) wise how many 1/2 inch pee-wee corkscrews did Akro make verses the other examples. All my years of collecting very hard to find Akro corks that are 1/2 inch and under. Chuck G---

Ron, super nice examples, sure could use them on some canes and walking staffs. Deer antler tips under the handmade. Chuck G---

Check the feet on this display, (minis). Chuck G---

Gladys, i agree with them above, great examples.

Who made this is a good question. I know many have their ideas and thoughts and opinions so if this is Jabo, i would love to see this color combo in Jabo and what run name was it. Prove is important when discussing marbles. We all learn from these discussion. I can match this color combo to Peltier, but i have not seen that many different runs of Jabos so that color could very well be matched. Chuck G---

William, i will go with what Steph says, a possible Master i would guess first, then maybe Pelt. Chuck G---

Dave, (AWSOME) boards, and even (tougher) to fill. A GREAT investment so it is. Chuck G---

Mojo, YES!!! those examples are VERY GOOD, and VERY RARE. True yellow UV base glass is tough to come up with. You have done very well at accumulating some various examples. Great marbles. Chuck G---

I will add my two cents into this subject, and yes, it is interesting. You would (think) that Peltier would have marble examples that (pop) like Akro. I will start with German hand made examples, and some very very few have one of the most vibrant UV base glass i have ever seen. You think Akro UV pops you should see a hand made. I (think) that that glass formula (could have) been brought or passed down to the American made companies, (probably) starting with Akro maybe. That UV in Akro did (pop) really well but not quite as much as the hand made. Now that UV being down to Peltier (probably) got less and less UV vibrant. Why is a very good question as it does not show as much. I feel that (probably) as a (guess) that early in Peltier production UV was introduced into the "Yellow Slag" family types, as it was (probably) at the top of the vibrant scale in early examples. Comparing these to later run examples in contrast they (pop) a little more. Now did Peltier (possibly) buy cullet or have their own formula for the UV glass? This question will be answered in the future. Peltier wanted to make a (cheaper) marble so the UV in the later run family types just was not there like the earlier made marbles. Also the chemicals used would have probably cost a lot more. A few thoughts on my part, use them as you may. Chuck G---

I agree with the others above. You might want to do and think about this also. I have found this in my search also. The subject is (yellow) glass. I (think) that yellow and white was not very attractive for the kids, maybe a little more for the girls than the boys. The production of yellow and white was a little less. Think about the other marble makers and their marble examples of yellow and white. Akro yellow and white corks, a lot lot less made, Peltier white and yellow examples, less it seems, MK white and yellow, not many. This point being said, Alley yellow and white examples are (LESS) in my opinion. My thoughts to share with you. Chuck G---

I LOVE to talk about (av) also. Over the years there has been little mention or talked about av in OLD hand mades from Europe. Members would probably like to have some past history on this. I know many things have been said but there is never enough to (keep learning) on ALL subjects of marble collecting, and (sharing) this drives us even more to collect. We want and desire for this hobby to continue and sharing information drives this forward. If you LOVE glass, marble forums is the places to learn. Chuck G---

Berry, two very nice examples, as i may throw some more things out there for both. The first photo could very well be pelt, but if you can make out the poles on both ends and they are (different) colors it could be pelt as i would put it there first until you get another opinion or two. If both poles are the same color it is probably MK. The second marble is a (KEEPER) in my book all the way. This examples is on the VHTF side of pelts. This lies (for me) in the pelt "Copperhead" family as was mentioned. Purple and blue together is in Peltier outside of the a fore mentioned "Copperhead" is not easy to find. As common as plain rainbos are find one with both (just) blue and purple ribbons. This is my opinion that i have discovered. Keep the second marble!!!! Chuck G---

Chris, man i can see why good photos and where these originated from is vital for the hobby. These examples look so very close to MKs and or Pelts. To (me) these look like (wannabees or mimics) to Peltiers. Why as you look at the top and bottom poles they have the same color as pelts do, while MKs are opposite colors. I can easily see these being mistaken for other makers. Chuck G---

I am kinda leaning on Stephs first say on akro, then a possible pelt and vitro last. My opinion on this and this is why. If you go back to when akro started playing with av, (no matter what color) this av was not very compatible with their other glass color. This example shows what i call (splattering) av, not concentrated like other makers. Looking at some examples of corkscrews and maybe some royals you will find this. This happening splattering of av seems to lean towards akro, but that is for me, my opinion. Chuck G---

Tommy, do not forget that (some) early big akro corks (did not) turn and become patches. You can find akro patches that (color wise) MATCH the corkscrews. Not saying this is akro so, i would love to see the members post photos of some one inch pelt ppps. Get more (opinions). Chuck G---

I will go with a HUGE Peltier (black base) "Clown". I have seen a few of these over the years. Finding an example of this in near mint to mint is difficult. Very good to have in your Pletier collection. Chuck G---

William, kinda difficult to tell with this example. It seems to favor a messed up Vitro, to me. Who actually knows what may have rolled out and what they looked like. I have seen some VERY ODD marbles in all my years. Chuck G---

I am so sorry to hear this and many prayers for her family. I have know n Dee for many years and we were good friend and i will miss her very much. She used to come to the shows here and made marbles for those who loved to watch her work. She will be missed in my heart. Such a wonderful lady and full of LOVE. Chuck G---

Maybe add a few more. Chuck G---

Here is a few more to talk about. Chuck G---

Bruce, that is Peltier all the way. Chuck G---

Promoting this wonderful hobby is vital for future collectors. Every now and then i get a phone call and someone request a lecture/seminar on antique marbles. I will schedule it as requested and will always promote the hobby. I have set aside marble examples , books and materials to show and tell. I have done these over the years from the old folks homes to boy scout and schools. I love doing this when requested. This last year with the virus that his us, i had no calls but i do anticipate some here soon as things sum what get back to normal. Also after i do the marble shows here i will stick around Saturdays after the shows to teach any collectors who wish to learn more. I feel the hobby right now, that things are coming back around and many new collectors are being added to us who already collect. We as (promoters) of the hobby must steer them in the proper direction to keep their new found enthusiasm exciting. Our legacy is what we will leave behind and it must be proper. Chuck G---

William, yes, a pelt, i have one real close to this example. You may find almost anything with Peltiers. Their variety goes in so many directions, they are like Akro, no end to what one may find. Chuck G---