Here's the rule as far as value goes: The less that was done to the original item to alter it, the more it's worth. Dummies has always stood for taking on complex concepts and making them easy to understand. +33 (0)1 42 25 12 79 Tue.-Sat., from 10am to 6pm+33 (0)6 60 62 61 90 Everyday from 9am to 7pm. What does rustic bronze look like? Figures are often thinly cast and fragile, so alwyas make sure you hold them at the most solid part. How do you know if it's rare? Today, it can be hard to tell the difference between real bronze and fake unless you physically inspect it for characteristics like its weight, magnetism and its patina. RADAR is an acronym that stands for Rarity, Aesthetics, Desirability, Authenticity, and Really great condition.\r\n\r\nWhen you find an antique that meets these five criteria, you've probably found an item that's likely to appreciate in value as the years go by.\r\n