Alley Agate Swirl
Alley Agate Company · 1930s - 1950s
Identification summary
Alley Agate swirls are quintessential West Virginia machine-made marbles. They are characterized by their intricate, often chaotic swirling patterns that frequently feature 'flame' tips or 'turkey' swirls. Produced primarily in St. Marys and Pennsboro, WV, these marbles are highly prized for their color depth and the specific 'U' or 'V' shapes created during the shearing process.
Visible record
- Maker candidate
- Alley Agate Company
- Era
- 1930s - 1950s
- Pattern
- Swirl
- Rarity assessment
- Uncommon
- Condition assessment
- Near Mint
- Size
- Standard (5/8 inch)
- Material
- Glass