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This is my "boyhood" stash of marbles. I really liked the big ones. They were called "bummies" if I remember correctly. Also I was king of the block. When you would win, you would take the other guys (or girls) marble and add it to you hoard. I use to "kick butt & take names". Everyone feared "the kid".
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I'm so glad you have this.................my kids accused me of losing my marbles years ago................now I can tell them that you have them ! :-)
Neat stuff..............
Thanks pop. I've been accused of losing mine also. I think they got that from the movie starring Robin Williams named "Hook". Thanks for your comment and for taking the time to take a look at the marbles.