MARBLEMISER Posted August 9, 2011 Report Share Posted August 9, 2011 I have several MFC slags over 1 3/16" and a few at 1 in.?? Blue lots of white 9 Green (nice 9 ) Amber nice pattern) No pics.Sorry. any idea ball park as to value NM to MT?? I have been out of the loop for so long I have no idea. Some general help please?/ I know I cannot rely on the book values. and I don't want to get beat up on the price. Thanks in advance marblemiser Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mmuehlba Posted August 9, 2011 Report Share Posted August 9, 2011 I think the bigger ones might bring $25.00 but a if any damage bight be hard to get a bid ?? good color and a well defined 9 is good but there again with out pics it iis hard to say . .Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MC Marbles Posted August 10, 2011 Report Share Posted August 10, 2011 I sure would not sell any Mint MFC Slag "over 1 3/16" for $25 !!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mmuehlba Posted August 10, 2011 Report Share Posted August 10, 2011 well I would like to see any MFC slags over 1 3/16 or even 1 inch ., Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akronmarbles Posted August 10, 2011 Report Share Posted August 10, 2011 This one is a little over 1 and 3/8. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ric Posted August 10, 2011 Report Share Posted August 10, 2011 Cool marble. I've seen a a number of these big ones. Is there any basis for the idea that some were made for industrial applications, like pump valves, etc.? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mmuehlba Posted August 10, 2011 Report Share Posted August 10, 2011 well I guess there on the high side when there out there . Mike http://www.grandpama...m/html/mfc.html http://www.collectib...com/mfchris.htm http://www.joemarble...d%20Son%201.htm http://www.americant...marble_line.htm these are just the first 4 in a search http://www.google.co...w=2400&bih=1111 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I'llhavethat1 Posted August 11, 2011 Report Share Posted August 11, 2011 A lot has to do with pattern and color so it really depends. Over 1-3/16" with a decent pattern would be of interest...majority of large slags I've seen are that size or smaller. Of course there are bigger slags out there... The whole industrial application is an interesting topic. Industry usually tries to save money by doing without excess so I'd expect the ones made for industrial applications to be made from the plainest glass possible (ie: those transparent green marbles used for fiberglass or something) Back in the day where things were at the onset of industrial revolution it would make sense that large slags would be used for industrial applications, cause hey - they're already in the business of making marbles and if there's an order to fill for some larger marbles other than "toys", why not? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akronmarbles Posted August 11, 2011 Report Share Posted August 11, 2011 I have a white opaque almost 2" MFC industriual marble....ugly to sat the least..lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I'llhavethat1 Posted August 11, 2011 Report Share Posted August 11, 2011 Almost 2" is about as big as they'd probably be able to make for a good seat on a check valve. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greg11 Posted August 13, 2011 Report Share Posted August 13, 2011 story I heard a long time ago was that the huge 1-7/8 MFC brown slags could be found in old toilets, seriously. Also, nice large german handmades are sometimes found inside old dolls, they were used as a weight inside the dolls. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marbleus1 Posted August 14, 2011 Report Share Posted August 14, 2011 went cheap!. $100 http://cgi.ebay.com/...e=STRK:MEWAX:IT $250.00 marble- best 9, cut, tail, never saw a better Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MARBLEMISER Posted August 14, 2011 Author Report Share Posted August 14, 2011 Thanks so much for your info & insght. The show is over & only one sold. A 1 3/16 in green with a great 9 It went for the same price as Alan's. The show was one of the slowest moving & have attended. I was only there for a couple days. And only a few hrs. then. The economy has really had effect here, Although it's tough to sell to the people & collectors at these shows. They really don't want what they already have. What they do want is what another collector doesn't want to sell. There were few offers on tne mibs I had for sale. All in all it turned out to be an eye opener. Thinking of collecting something else. The thrill as they say is gone... just my opinion.. of course what do I know. thanks to those that showed interest.. marblemiser Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steph Posted August 15, 2011 Report Share Posted August 15, 2011 Aw, Ray. Hope you still get pleasure from your Christensen peewees. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MARBLEMISER Posted August 15, 2011 Author Report Share Posted August 15, 2011 Yeah, Steph. They do bring a smile to my face. marblemiser Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ann Posted August 15, 2011 Report Share Posted August 15, 2011 And your horizontals? That I envy terribly? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MARBLEMISER Posted August 15, 2011 Author Report Share Posted August 15, 2011 Yes, Ann I guess I have a few to keep my spirits up. thanks marblemiser Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuckEye Posted August 15, 2011 Report Share Posted August 15, 2011 Ray, your collection is way too nice to give up so easily. Hang in there buddy, at least you found that case you thought you lost! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MARBLEMISER Posted August 15, 2011 Author Report Share Posted August 15, 2011 Thanks Craig, Almostheimers is a bummer. almost total recall, LOL thanks for taking one off my hands. Maybe I can talk you into aq few more? There's always Feb. marblemiser Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuckEye Posted August 16, 2011 Report Share Posted August 16, 2011 There is something with a red base and little spots that I wouldn't mind taking off your hands:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MARBLEMISER Posted August 16, 2011 Author Report Share Posted August 16, 2011 hummmmm? that would take some serious thought on my part. and some serious $$$$$ on your's. marblemiser Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
romanoak Posted August 18, 2011 Report Share Posted August 18, 2011 here are some big slags all 1-3/8" or bigger. I did buy a 1-1/4 amber at Canton for$125 so they are out there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1DanS Posted August 19, 2011 Report Share Posted August 19, 2011 i believe the "larger" ones were used as furniture casters. this one weighs in at 1 7/8" thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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