It sold at auction for $171,000. Photo / AP Jessica Vincent found this rare Murano glass vase in an op shop in Virginia. It sold at auction for $171,000. Photo / AP ...

The vase was produced by the renowned glass company Venini and designed by Italian architect Carlo Scarpa, who died in 1978. One response on Facebook gave her chills: “Those are very rare.

Appraisal: Murano Green Glass Vase by Scarpa, ca. 1930, from Boise Hour 3.

The vase was then listed as part of Wright's "Important Italian Glass" sale with a valuation of between $30,000 and $50,000. The final sale price more than doubled the top estimate.

Nigel Havers presides as five sellers aim for the best price for their items, including wind-up toys, a Murano glass vase, a gentleman’s companion, industrial lamps and a filing cabinet. Show ...

An Italian glass vase, purchased for $4 at a thrift store in Richmond, Virginia, fetched $107,100 (including buyer’s fee) on 13 December at Wright Auction House.