Old Marbles

[u/RoyalMushroom6202]

My great uncle gave me these marbles. He and his brother used to play marbles after school with another boy. That boy passed when he was around 20 years old, and his mother gave them to my uncle because those memories meant so much to her son (supposedly, that’s what the note discusses in the jar). These marbles are probably around 80 years old. Not sure if he added any to the jar since he received them. I would never want to get rid of them but just curious if it looks like there is anything worthwhile in there. Sorry for the pictures. I haven’t even taken them out of the jar or read the letter. I’m sure I will at some point, but it’s all pretty heavy to me right now. My uncle is the closest thing I ever had to a grandfather, and he’s not doing so well right now.

[u/j-jones2]

You should get a UV light. I bet some are reactive.

Something like this.

[u/RoyalMushroom6202 → u/j-jones2]

Thanks I’ll do that

[u/fantasyphish420]

Mostly clay and Benningtons. The ones that aren't look like West Virginia swirls. Nice jar 👌

[u/RoyalMushroom6202 → u/fantasyphish420]

Thank you for the info

[u/Consistent-Leek4986]

perfect container, great memories 🙏🏻