Shamrock Marbles

Carole, I believe it looks like a Cape Cod marble. Look at Bert Cohen's site under Contemporary marbles. Emarbles used to also sell these. Super marble, old or new, nonetheless! Sincerely, John "Shamrock Marbles"

Thanks Felicia! What will be the color for next month? John

Sliding in at the last minute... Enjoy! John

Here is a Vitroesque machine-rounded marble I made back in 2005. It is Orange, Pink and Green Aventurine. I have found that pink marbles are very good sellers. Sincerely, John

Thank you everyone! Derrick - Hang tight! I'm working on a non-Ebay angle for fixed-price sales. I really appreciate all the purchases from everyone when I've posted on the boards. However, answering all the emails and updating posts of who got what and what is still available was way too time consuming. I'm sure some were frustrated to find out they what they wanted was sold long before I could update the post. Sincerely, John P.S. One can never use enough exclamations when expressing oneself!!!! (Bob, that's 4 for the record.)

Sue, Let there be no mistake. The Jabo's deserve all the applause they deserve! It is good to see such enthusiasm in our hobby. Hopefully, these endeavors will bring more people into the game of marble collecting. As far as "limited", well... ...you only can do so much when you make one at a time! LOL! Hope to see you in Wheaton 2009. Sincerely, John

It's been a while, but I finally set aside some time to play. Enjoy! Sincerely, John "Shamrock Marbles"

Just one of many patents.... Enjoy, John McCormick "Shamrock Marbles"

The last one has a home! All gone. Thanks for playing, "I want that Shamrock!" I have boxing and weighing to do. I will be in touch with each of you late this evening. Sincerely, John

There is only one lonely marble still available. It's Marble #4 in Group 6. Yep, the Pink & Lt Blue Filigrana! Now, I threw this in as an experiment. This is a popular seller amongst the "non" collectors. It's funny what appeals to collectors and non-collectors. 100% Satisfaction is Guaranteed. Just email me and we'll work out the details. Sincerely, John McCormick "Shamrock Marbles"

Greg & Ackrev, Thanks! I have your marbles set aside. I will be in contact. Sincerely, John

Raymond, When I get them boxed and weighed, I'll send you a message through the board with a grand total. I lost your card that you gave me at Amana. Once we exchange addresses I'll send you copies of those Peltier patents in a separate envelope. Sincerely, John

Wow! Just came upstairs after makin' some Pee-Wees! Jane, Glad you got yours and you're happy! I've got your selection down. Raymond, Didn't I meet you at Amana last summer and we talked about the Peltier patents? Thanks for you purchase. I have you down also. Sincerely, John P.S. By my accounts (which can be wrong), we have the following still left: Group 4: #2 & #4 Group 5: #4 & #5 Group 6: #4 <<<<<(Correction, I had #5 here before) Let me know if I'm incorrect.

Carole, Thanks! Scoop, Thanks! And no questions. Sincerely, John

Carole, Okay. GROUP 6 MARBLE 3 Right? John

Carole, Please clarify. PHOTO GROUP #? MARBLE #? Thanks, John

Rounds 4, 5 and 6, as promised a week ago... First come, first served. Make your claim under this post for all to see! Each marble is $10. I will combine shipping. Insurance is optional (but recommended). The last batch was sent in boxes via USPS 1st Class Mail. However, I will ship as you wish. --------------------------------------------------- PHOTO GROUP 4 1) Transparent Clear Guinea (0.677" dia) 2) Transparent Amber Guinea (0.660" dia) 3) Transparent Cobalt Guinea (0.654" dia) 4) Opaque Red Guinea (0.690" dia) 5) Transparent Cobalt Guinea (0.618" dia) 6) Opaque Mint Green with White/Cobalt Stripes (0.668" dia) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- PHOTO GROUP 5 1) Transparent Pink with White Stripes (0.694" dia) 2) Transparent Clear with White/Yellow/Orange/Red Stripes (0.622" dia) 3) Transparent Dark Green with Yellow/Orange Stripes (0.646" dia) 4) Transparent Lime Green with White/Yellow Stripes (0.645" dia) 5) Transparent Lt Amber with Lt Blue Stripes (0.642" dia) 6) Transparent Lt Green with White/Red Stripes (0.667" dia) ----------------------------------------------------------------------- PHOTO GROUP 6 1) Transparent Amber with Yellow/Orange/Mint Green Stripes (0.638" dia) 2) Transparent Lt Blue with White/Yellowgold Stripes (0.673" dia) 3) Transparent Amber with Yellow/Orange/Green Stripes (0.678" dia) 4) Transparent Wirepull with Pink and Lt Blue (0.647" dia) 5) Opaque Orange/Turq. Catepillar Fold (0.676" dia) 6) Transparent Amethyst with White/Yellow Stripes (0.622" dia) --------------------------------------------------------------------- Thanks for playing! Remember! "Only Lucky Boys and Girls Get Shamrock Marbles."TM Sincerely, John

Carole, Yeah, I know how hard it is to nail jello to a wall! LOL! Unless something comes up, I will post a few more pictures next Sunday at 6pm Central. This mornings postings blew my marble makin' plans out of the water. Hope this works for you. Sincerely, John

Ken, I understand your hesitancy and I appreciate your input. As far as being able to "make them even closer to the real thing", well I personally don't believe my skill set would allow me. I consider each marble a miracle! As far as I "could easily make them less resemble the "exotics"", well I already do. First, Shamrock Marbles are rounder! LOL! (Sorry Mr. Jenkins) Second, I use modern glass made by Spectrum, Kokomo, Bullseye and Effretre. No old marbles or cullet are harmed! Third, each are engraved with a Shamrock. Come to KC for Marble Crazy and see the machine in action! Sincerely, John McCormick "Shamrock Marbles"

Thanks everyone for the sell out! I will box your marbles and weigh them tomorrow at work. I will send you a message showing the grand total late tomorrow evening. Thanks for your patience! Carole, I will post a few more next Sunday. Hopefully you'll get a chance at them. Sincerely, John McCormick "Shamrock Marbles"

Group03 Here's the last picture for the day, because I really have to get to makin' some mibs! 1) Opaque Mint Green with Cobalt/White Stripes (0.663" dia) 2) Transparent Dark Amber with Blue/Yellowgold Stripes (0.608" dia) 3) Transparent Aqua with Yellow/White Stripes (0.610" dia) 4) Transparent Pink with White Stripes (0.658" dia) 5) Clear Base with White/Yellow/Blue Stripes (0.660" dia) 6) Transparent Lime Green with White/Rustred Stripes (0.624" dia) First come first served basis. Post your picks here. Sincerely, John McCormick "Shamrock Marbles"

Oh wow! Thanks to all for such a response! Current marble availabilty: Group01 - None, Sold out! Group02 - None, Sold out! Please keep these pictures on your hard drive for future reference! Thanks, John I'm going to take one more picture before I head downstairs to the glass factory! LOL! Please stand by...

David, Just to clarify... That's of Group 2 right? Thanks, John

Group02 Ahh.... A stunning array of mibs looking for a loving home: 1) Transparent Dark Amber with Light Blue Stripes (0.647" dia) 2) Transparent Bright Blue with White/Yellowgold Stripes (0.650" dia) 3) Transparent Lime Green with White/Yellowgold Stripes (0.640" dia) 4) Transparent Lime Green with White/Cobalt Stripes (0.655" dia) 5) Transparent Lt Amber with Whie/Orange/Yellow Stripes (0.642" dia) 6) Transparent Amethyst with White/Yellowgold Stripes (0.664" dia) First come first served. Place your request here in this post. I'll respond as soon as I can. Sincerely, John McCormick "Shamrock Marbles"

Okay, I'm learning. Upon further review... Post your claims here instead of via email or PM. This way I'll let the board be the traffic cop and all can see what was sold. Kris, Thanks! Dis-regard my PM! LOL! You have marbles 2, 3, 4, 5 & 6 of Group01. Poor old #1 os so lonely. Sincerely, John