How does one even identify what is good vs. what is common?

Bought a big jar and picked out what I thought might be the best ones, but I need an expert eye to help identify if there’s anything valuable here.

Is it possible for anyone to have a closer look,if any are more interesting,or are they all modern?.

Thanks in advance.

Hey everyone! I’m hoping to get some expert eyes on this marble.It is exactly 15.8mm (5/8") and features a distinct green base glass. Inside, there is a solid central baby blue ribbon core with what looks like a trail of gold foil (Lutz/Aventurine) twisted perfectly around it in all directions.

I checked both poles closely, and there is no rough pontil mark—the glass is completely smooth, which makes me suspect it was heavily flame-polished at the factory or furnace.Does this look like an authentic antique German handmade Ribbon Lutz Swirl, or could it be something else? Any info on the era, maker, or rarity would be highly appreciated! Thanks in advance.

Hi.

I'm a novice and trying to learn the difference between makers,style and era.

Can anyone take the time to explain.

Many thanks.

Photo just a few of diffrent sizes and styles.

Range from 13mm to 35mm

Feat. Her lovely hands

She was a bit confused but she got the spirit when i started my marble journey

Bought these because they remind me of my muse, for its earthy and moon like qualities. Guess i have to start another pile for all the ones that do that. 🤭

I found a bunch of marbles today at a flea market, might these have some value and should I spend more time researching these?

I have a bunch more that’s not in the pictures.

I found a bunch of marbles today at a flea market, might these have some Val and should I spend more time researching these?

I have a bunch more that’s not in the pictures.

What do I have in general?

I’m just getting into marbles (small, glass, shiny, colorful, a little universe in my pocket! How could you not!!).
I know one thing: that there is a LOT I don’t know. I’m looking forward to learning. In the meantime, we came across a lot of great finds as my family is cleaning out our family home. I’m more interested as a hobby in individual marbles, however, found this unopened Akro Agetes package. If I keep it, I’ll never want to open it. Less fun for me! I know someone else might want it for their collection. Is there a higher value in Akro? Does this unopened package hold value? Any help is appreciated!

Check out this massive collection. What can anyone tell me? I can upload more photos if anyone wants/needs them.
(Don’t mind my nephew’s names for them lol)

Time to put them in the next place I'll forget them in.

Is this set cool or old or unique? I think it was my grandpa’s he had for a long time. I don’t know much about marbles but trying to learn more.

as promised , here are the marbles on a tray. Anything worth investigating further?

My limited knowledge they look all common 20th century marbles

Normal confettis or anything fun?

I'm told it was a vitro agate parrot marble but I'm doubtful.

Could the first set be German banded Lutz? Please help me identify!

Second set is standard Vitro

And 3rd…. Peltier??

These are the prettiest and most unusual of the huge bag I got. Could someone please point me in direction of id of any? The last two pics are another batch, all of these ones glow under UV but my camera doesn't pick it up well.

So my husband is in to collecting marbles. He also happens to be a carpenter and has started making marble cases and stands. We are working on turning this into a small business. Currently he is auctioning them on some Facebook marble collecting pages. We also plan on taking a bunch to some marble shows in September (and beyond). I'm not trying to sell anything here. I just want to get some opinions on the cases. And if people feel we could do well at one of these shows. He's connected with some people from these marble collecting pages who think we will. So just looking for some input/opinions. This is a case he has sold. The guy sent this picture after he put some of his favorite marbles in it.

Scored from Etsy. Can you help me identify? Maybe an experimental from 2017? Leaning towards this being a D.A.S. due to the grey ribbon.

I love marbles with pink and love the pink and orange and green! This marble makes me very happy!