Marbles were originally handmade with materials like marble, stone, clay, or ivory. However, machine made glass marbles eventually took over as the predominant style on the market. Still, there are several other kinds of modern marbles. An aggie is made of agate. An alley is made of marble or alabaster. A steel marble is a steely. Then there are designs and patterns, such as a swirly (clear with a swirl of color), a cat’s eye (with eye-shaped color cores), or a tiger (clear with orange or yellow stripes).
Whether you’re playing marbles with friends or just adding to your collection, there are always new marbles to discover. If you’re a collector, explore the vintage marbles from Etsy sellers. For a personalized touch, go with a custom marble pouch to carry your collection.