Where can I find an appraiser for a possibly valuable chinese vase in the Southeast of the US?

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An online appraisal can be a good place to start, but eventually you're going to want to get a real human being's opinion, especially if you want to put proper insurance on the vase or sell it. Value will depend not just on what piece you have, but lots of factors that reveal it's condition. Does it have any chips or cracks?

Does it have areas of spiderweb-like lines (referred to as "crazing")? Has the glaze darkened with age? A good place to start your search would be a reputable local auction house, preferably one that tends to focus more on high end collectibles.

They will either be able to appraise, or refer you to the right person to do so. (Note: a reputable appraiser will never try to purchase the piece from you. Don't trust any appraiser who gives you an amount then makes you an offer).

Is there an incised mark on the bottom of the vase? If so, what does it look like? This is always a good starting point when you're researching a piece of pottery.

If you can photograph the vase and/or the mark and post it here, I might be able to help you a bit more...

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