On the other hand, if all you want is a bunch of marbles like you played with in your childhood, you can get lots of glass marbles manufactured in the '50s or so, for $1 or less apiece.

You can also get new marbles, which are still being manufactured and sold inexpensively. And a variety of glass artists are also producing one-of-a-kind art marbles that appeal to collectors and art lovers alike.

"Collectors collect by size, color, age, rarity. There are lots of reasons to collect marbles," says Jackman. "They are just a lot of fun."

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If you go ...

What: Third Saturday: Marbles

Where: Utah Museum of Fine Arts, University of Utah

When: Saturday, 2-4 p.m.

How much: free

Information: 581-7332 or www.umfa.utah.edu

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