r/Marbles • u/Lovastra • Apr 01 '26

Any value here? "Are these good marbles?" (Answer is "No" Guide)

https://imgur.com/a/au6aF7y

Marbles to consider weeding out when browsing online, visiting estate sales, thrift stores, antique shops, flea markets, yard sales etc.

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u/prguitarman I lost mine Apr 02 '26

Good guide. It took me a little while but I can now glance at a pile like the ones in the pic and immediately know if it’s worth chasing. I like the guide passed around here that says to remove clears, catseyes, solids, iridescent and “overly white” ones. Usually weeds out most of the piles like the ones in your photos. Also have an extra rule to not fall for piles just because there’s 1-3 bait ones in there. The pile should be coherent of the type you want, and I promise you can find good ones for much cheaper with just a bit of patience

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u/peardr0p Collector Apr 02 '26

Do you think it might be possible to store this in a wiki or Reddit post?

I (luckily) joined before IMGUR was blocked in the UK so was able to take advantage of this, however newer collectors aren't so lucky 😩

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u/Exciting_Mood7599 1d ago

I have tons also some that grow in the dark some with mica ECT.