Marbles, 1800-1900
THF97442 / Marbles, 1800-1900
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Artifact Overview
Marbles have been a popular toy for thousands of years. They have been used to play hundreds of different games. Marbles also have been made from various materials - glass, stone, ceramic, metal and plastic. These marbles date from the 1800s and are made of clay.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Marble (Game piece)
Date Made
1800-1900
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
96.0.85
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Clay
Dimensions
Diameter: 0.5 in
Diameter: 2 in
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