"If you're hoping to spot a unicorn piece at a thrift store, understanding fabrication techniques is essential," a certified appraiser told Newsweek.

a North Carolina-based online marketplace for fine china, crystal, silverware, and collectibles, both still in production and retired. On Replacements, each dinner plate was $24, salad plates $14 ...

This simple test can differentiate fine porcelain from lesser-quality materials. Understanding how a plate was made can be key in spotting valuable antiques. "If you're hoping to spot a unicorn ...