Shamrock Marbles

Merry Christmas!!

I agree with the others leaning toward a double ingot marble. Here is a chart that shows when two single-ingots join together to form a double-ingot marble: Basically, a 9/16" marble when doubled will be about 0.709-inches diameter. ** If you watch any of the Stephen Bahr videos that show marbles being made, you can see that double-ingots are quite common. Just watch the guy with the tongs pluck out those oversized balls. Back in the day, an operator had to operate multiple machines. They didn't have time to sort, because they were busy shoveling and adjusting. Those double ingots were culled out later during sorting and packaging. Double ingots were disposed. That is why you see many from digs. ** Fun marble you have. Might be a foundational piece for collection of "marble oddities". Sincerely, John

RIP Chris. Condolences to your family and friends.

There is more to life than being online. No doubt he has much to offer. You can catch him at the Des Moines marble show. His door is open to all. I recommend stopping by and engaging his mind. 🧠

Bill Tow is alive and well. 🙂 When it comes to making marbles, he came up with a really neat construction technique that became his signature style. Bill spent hours photographing marbles. His macro skills are unmatched. Bill turned those lovely photos into awesome t-shirt graphics. Still wear mine.

Seller states: “Made by marble expert and artist Sam Drake. Each marble that he designs and makes by hand is also inscribed with his initials. Each and every marble that he produces is one of a kind and exquisite. We are an exclusive seller of his artistic work.”

Fire, Great marbles!! I’m a sucker for slags and that pink slag is super sweet! As a suggestion, you should state the diameter and artist, so others can learn. Keep the flame alive!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 John

Brett and Larry have a website. They post on Facebook and sell on EBay. Through the year they do a marble show or two. https://www.hothouseglass.com/ https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_ssn=hothouseglass&store_name=hothouseglassstudio&_oac=1&_trksid=p4429486.m3561.l49496 If you have trouble contacting them, send me a PM. -John

Hot House Glass collaboration marbles: Drew Fritts painted Koi Pond:

Dug into the archive. Early marbles circa 2004-2005. About 20 years ago! Christmas gift to family.

Okay, I will. Give me a bit. 😃

Congrats on accepting the role of a rumble edge on a highway. May you find the patience of Job to guide us back onto the path. Thanks in advance for your effort!!

Has it been 20 years? Really? Time has flown by! I’ve taken for granted your effort. Please forgive me. You’ve handled everything eloquently. We are blessed to have a mind and heart to keep us moving forward together. Thank you, Steph!

Now you know how Gollum felt when he lost his “Precious”.

Okay about the reflection. You need the light to appreciate the Ox. 👍🏻