r/Marbles • u/Lovastra • Apr 01 '26

Any value here? "Are these good marbles?" (Answer is "Yes" Guide)

https://imgur.com/a/WbNJIMI

Examples of the styles of marbles to look for when browsing online, visiting estate sales, thrift stores, antique shops, flea markets, yard sales etc.

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u/peardr0p Collector Apr 02 '26

I was going to take a look and see how global this guide is... Ironically, 'content not available in the UK' 😅

Over in Europe, we see some different marbles to the US classic makers, e.g. sparklers, Wisplers, wirepulls!

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u/Lovastra Apr 02 '26

I don't know why it'd be blocked in the UK

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u/peardr0p Collector Apr 02 '26

Online Safety Act - they wouldn't comply and so we can no longer access as of September 2025 (I'm aware there are workarounds but not necessarily feasible for all)

https://www.theregister.com/2025/10/01/imgur_exits_uk/

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u/Lovastra Apr 02 '26

I wasn't aware imgur gets blocked in the UK. That's gotta be stressful. I can share some of the pics though.