GUEST: I went to an estate sale, and it was on the table with many other lovely things, and it was marked $22, and I just had to have it.
APPRAISER: I recognized the signature of Cristallerie d'Art which was a French art glass company producing glass from 1880 to 1900. I'd add a few digits to the number that you paid for it, and maybe a little bit more. Instead of $22 or $2,200, I think I'd be asking about $2,500 for this vase.
GUEST: Really?
APPRAISER: So I would have to say your $22 investment was a very good one, and you have a very, very good eye.
GUEST: Oh, how wonderful-- thank you!
APPRAISER: You're very welcome. Thank you so much for bringing it in.
GUEST: I'm so excited, I could almost cry!