Not Starburst: The Unique Pyrex Bowl Pattern That Collectors Dream Of Finding

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Thrifting is a great way to add unique pieces to your home and kitchen, especially if you're a fan of vintage dishware. One popular brand to pick up at the thrift store is Pyrex. And if you're looking for some discontinued patterns of Pyrex, you may only be find them secondhand. One unique pattern you may want to be on the lookout for is the Barbed Wire print. There are a number of Pyrex pieces that were only produced for a single year, including this Barbed Wire pattern, so if you're able to find one it's worth picking up.

Released in 1958, this pattern did not have an official name and was just described by the style of dish it was printed on. The Cinderella Divided Serving Dish features an oval shape with two internal sections. It was released with a clear glass lid, as well as a metal cradle. The barbed wire print features black lines twined together in a strip across the front of the dish with small starburst scattered around and in between the lines. The pattern is on the classic milk glass white.

This serving dish was produced as a promotional item and was only available for one year in the Barbed Wire print. The included cradle made it easy to carry this dish to the table while it was still hot, making it great for people who did a lot of hosting and dinner parties, as well as just letting you go from the oven to the dining room table. While the design is relatively simple, it still helps to add a mid-century modern pop to any space, and with the cradle included it really brings that nostalgic feel.

When shopping at thrift stores and estate sales for vintage Pyrex pieces, you want to look over your finds to make sure that they have all the correct markings and that they are in good condition. Make sure that there are no chips or cracks in the glass. Another thing to pay attention to is excessive scratches over the pattern and any crazing. If there is too much damage, you may want to leave it behind. 

For the marks on the bottom of the Barbed Wire serving dish, you want to see the Pyrex trademark in all capital letters. The piece will also say "Made in USA," as well as the size of the dish. And specifically for this serving dish it should read "1 1/2 quart" above the Pyrex mark.

If you are hunting for the Pyrex Divided Serving Dish in the Barbed Wire print, you definitely want to try and find all three pieces that were originally sold together. Not only will this help to add value, but it also makes this dish even more useable in your kitchen. And while this might be a bit of a challenge, they do pop up at times, with a few on eBay ranging in price between $49.99 and $99.95. However, this divided serving dish without the lid and cradle is easier to find, and it's still a nice piece to add a decorative touch to your kitchen that's also functional.