Game is in excellent condition for age. Looks like the yellow marker was replaced. Have no idea what the empty shell casings were used for but are leaving them in box. This is a rare 1963 board game titled "Merv Griffin's Word for Word" by Mattel. It is complete and in great shape, making it a perfect addition to any vintage game collection. The game type is a word game and it was awarded the Games 100 award. The brand is Mattel and it was manufactured in 1963. This item falls under the Toys Hobbies and Board Traditional Games categories.