CorningWare Blue Cornflower Casserole Dishes and Grab-it Bowls Stack
CorningWare (Corning Glass Works) · Kitchenware & Appliances > Bakeware & Cookware
Era / Decade
1960s–1980s (Mid-Century Vintage)
Material
Pyroceram (opaque glass-ceramic cookware material resistant to extreme thermal shock)
Condition
Very Good. Minor surface scuffing and light brown/tan residue on handles consistent with normal vintage use. No major chips, deep cracks, or pattern fading visible.
Demand Level
Moderate to Niche. Very popular for nostalgic buyers and replacement piece seekers, though common on the secondary market.
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
$25.00 (Low) – $45.00 (Mid) – $65.00 (High for the entire stack)
Estimated Retail Value
$100.00–$150.00 (modern equivalent set of thermal cookware)
Comparable Sales
Individual CorningWare Blue Cornflower casserole dishes without lids consistently sell for $8–$15 each on eBay. A bundled stack of 4–5 dishes typically sells for $30–$50 plus shipping.
Description
Vintage CorningWare Blue Cornflower pattern cookware lot including multiple nested casserole dishes and dish bases. Made of durable white Pyroceram featuring the classic three-flower blue cornflower emblem on the side. Ideal for stovetop, oven, microwave, and serving.
Key Features
Iconic vintage Blue Cornflower pattern, highly durable Pyroceram construction, thermal shock resistant, highly recognizable collectible kitchenware, versatile oven-to-table functionality.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Authentic CorningWare features distinct embossed or printed backstamps on the bottom base (e.g., 'Corning Ware', 'Pyroceram', batch numbers, or volume markings).
Flaws to Note
Minor baked-on grease/tan residue on handle edges, light shelf wear on bottom rims, missing glass lids.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (best for piecing out or selling lot), Etsy (great for vintage home decor/kitchenware), Facebook Marketplace (quick local cash sale without shipping risks).
Selling Tips
Clean handles gently with Bar Keepers Friend to remove brown grease spots; list each size/piece individually to maximize profit or sell as a complete starter lot; wrap heavily with bubble wrap if shipping glass-ceramic pieces.