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Blue Slag Swirl

Alley Agate · 1929-1949 Late Classic Machine-Made

Blue Slag Swirl by Alley Agate, identification view
Community photograph · added 2 November 2026

Identification summary

Translucent light-blue slag base with milky white swirl and dark cobalt blue ribbons wrapping around the marble.

Visible record

Maker candidate
Alley Agate
Era
1929-1949 Late Classic Machine-Made
Pattern
Slag Swirl
Rarity assessment
Uncommon
Condition assessment
Near Mint
Size
Standard 5/8 inch to 3/4 inch shooter size estimated from finger hold
Material
Glass

Why this candidate

Best match for translucent periwinkle-blue base with opaque white swirl and dark cobalt ribboning, wispy slag structure and small trapped air bubbles typical of Alley machine production.