Astrolabicon Puzzle (Old Version)

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I've posted an updated Astrolabicon. Check out the new Astrolabicon Classic! I recommend printing the newer version for a better experience, but this old one may still work if you're using glass marbles. Introducing the mind-bending Astrolabicon puzzle, a twist puzzle...with a twist! That was terrible. Unlike this one! Rotate the two halves and move marbles along the track to reorganize them so all like colors touch. This works best with 9/16" or 14mm marbles at original scale. I got these, which work really well with the 80mm model of the puzzle. Most Chinese checkers marbles should do the trick. You'll also need 12 6x3mm disc magnets like these. I've added an 82mm version for oversized marbles, but things don't scale perfectly so results may vary! The puzzle holds exactly 24 marbles, so here are some common options: Difficult - 4 colors, 6 marbles each Standard - 3 colors, 8 marbles each Beginner - 2 colors, 12 marbles each I used E6000 adhesive to hold the magnets in place as well as the center axle (glued to one half). Once it's stuck together, the glue isn't really necessary, but it's nice if you plan on taking the puzzle apart again. See my video solving this puzzle here, and all of my sphericons in action here.