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Black Slag (Green Base)

Akro Agate Company · Early Machine-Made Era (1920s-1930s)

Black Slag (Green Base) by Akro Agate Company, identification view
Community photograph · added 9 June 2026

Identification summary

A classic machine-made slag marble featuring a base of extremely dense green glass that appears black under normal lighting, often referred to as a 'Blackie' or 'Black Forest' slag.

Visible record

Maker candidate
Akro Agate Company
Era
Early Machine-Made Era (1920s-1930s)
Pattern
Slag / Swirl
Rarity assessment
Common
Condition assessment
Poor
Size
Standard (approx. 5/8 inch)
Material
Glass