As isolated pieces of Chinese porcelain began to reach Europe at the end of 13th century, European craftsmen attempted to reproduce the formula for its composition. In 1710, the production of the porcelain started in Albrechtsburg Castle, Meissen and Europe's 1st porcelain manufactory was born. As the demand for porcelain grew, imitations were being made which allowed Meissen to recognize the need to protect genuine Meissen porcelain. Thus the famous 'crossed swords' were painted under the glaze on all Meissen products.
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