Marble, 1850-1900
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Artifact Overview
Children have played marble games for generations. Rules and objectives vary, but one of the most well-known marbles game requires a player to knock other players' marbles out of a ring. Players decide either to play "for keeps" or "for fair" (the marbles are returned owners.) This marble dates from the mid to late 19th century and is made of stone.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Marble (Game piece)
Date Made
1850-1900
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
44.158.67.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Henry & Clara Ford.
Material
Stone (Worked rock)
Dimensions
Diameter: 0.5 in
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