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Black and White Banded Onyx

Akro Agate · 1930s Early Machine-Made Era

Black and White Banded Onyx by Akro Agate, identification view
Community photograph · added 12 October 2026

Identification summary

Opaque black base with wide white banded ribbon swirl, typical Akro Onyx production.

Visible record

Maker candidate
Akro Agate
Era
1930s Early Machine-Made Era
Pattern
banded swirl ribbon
Rarity assessment
Common
Condition assessment
Fair
Size
Standard - approx 5/8 inch shooter size
Material
Glass

Why this candidate

Best match: opaque black base with thick opaque white ribbon band wrapping 3/4 around marble, machine-made gloss, no pontil. Classic Akro Banded Onyx construction seen in both images.