The Discontinued Pyrex Dish With An Earthy Pattern That We'd Be Thrilled To Find In Thrift Stores

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Going to a thrift store is a great way to add unique pieces to your home, whether you're looking for decor, furniture, or kitchen supplies. One brand to always be on the lookout for is Pyrex. Not only are there any number of interesting patterns and colors to hunt for, but there are also a wide range of pieces to choose from. And there are plenty of Pyrex patterns that are discontinued, so they can only be purchased secondhand. One interesting pattern you might want to add to your own collection is the Terra pattern, which was released in 1964 before being discontinued only a year later.

Unlike many patterns of the time, this striped pattern was given the Terra name at the time of its release. Designed by William Curtis, who won an award for this design, this pattern was meant to give you the look of classic earthenware. The design itself is a simple dark brown with orange-brown horizontal stripes, which was achieved by Pyrex firing on the lighter color, coating it with an outer layer of the darker color, and then scratching lines of the dark color away to leave behind lighter stripes. It featured a matte finish, which helped to enhance the more natural look of the collection.

The Terra pattern was released on a number of Pyrex pieces, including their tableware line. This means that there are plenty of choices if you like the simplicity of this pattern. From mixing bowls and casserole dishes to mugs and plates, this design was made available as a combined release for anyone looking to have both ovenware and tableware that matched.

When hunting at your local thrift store for rare Pyrex patterns to add to your collection, there are a few things to be aware of if you find Terra pieces. With the way that the design was created on the opal Pyrex, the matte finish scratches and scuffs easily. Another complaint is that the colors dull after being washed. This means that any Terra pieces that you find will likely have more marks and signs of wear than other Pyrex items with a glossier finish. While this can impact the value on typical Pyrex, you can still find pieces with the Terra pattern listed on eBay for around $80 for a set of three mixing bowls, or around $40 for a covered casserole dish.

If you're on the lookout for Pyrex at thrift stores and estate sales, you'll want to check for the proper markings. On the lid of the Terra casserole dish, you'll see the Pyrex mark on one handle, with a code on the other. Then on the bottom of both the ovenware and the corresponding tableware, it should have the style number of the dish above the Pyrex trademark in all capital letters, with the word "ovenware" at the bottom. You'll also see the white of the milk glass on the bottom of the pieces, with a white interior for bowls and casserole dishes. No matter what dishware you discover, it's all about finding pieces that you love for your own home that will work as part of your decor.