Vintage CorningWare pattern identifier

Match motifs, model codes, and warning signs before valuing a piece.

Use these catalog-style cards to narrow a pattern by color cues, printed motif, approximate era, and bottom-code examples. Then prefill the checker to adjust value for lid, damage, set completeness, and sale speed.

Black Starburst

rare

1959–1963

Stylized atomic starburst in bold black on white pyroceram — a very short production run.

Motif labels

starburstatomicblackmid-centurystar

Model-code examples

P-1-B*P-2-B*P-4-B*
Lookalike check: High demand drives many questionable listings — verify pattern clarity and bottom marks
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Blue Heather

rare

1976–1977

Delicate blue heather sprigs on white pyroceram — produced only in 1976–1977.

Motif labels

heatherblueflowersprigdelicate

Model-code examples

P-1-HP-2-HP-3-HP-4-H
Lookalike check: Easy to confuse with faded Blue Cornflower — look for the distinct heather-sprig motif
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Renaissance

rare

1959–1963

Gold and brown geometric/medallion design on white pyroceram — formal, dignified appearance.

Motif labels

renaissancegoldbrowngeometricmedallion

Model-code examples

P-1-RP-2-RP-3-RP-4-R
Lookalike check: Gold decoration can wear or peel; inspect carefully in listing photos
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Country Festival

scarce

1975–1978

Colorful folk-art motifs featuring roosters, vegetables, and country farm imagery.

Motif labels

folk artroosterfarmcountrycolorful

Model-code examples

P-1-CFP-2-CFP-3-CFP-4-CFP-10-CF
Lookalike check: Color fading on bold motif is common with heavy use
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Eclipse

scarce

1975–1980

Bold black eclipse/circle graphic on white pyroceram; minimalist mid-century feel.

Motif labels

eclipseblackcirclemoongraphic

Model-code examples

P-1-EP-2-EP-3-E
Lookalike check: Bold black graphics show chips and wear very clearly
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Medallion

scarce

1960–1966

Bold gold and black geometric medallion design on white pyroceram.

Motif labels

medalliongoldblackgeometricformal

Model-code examples

P-1-MP-2-MP-3-MP-4-M
Lookalike check: Gold decoration can wear or peel — inspect printing quality
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Wheat

scarce

1962–1966

Stylized golden wheat stalks on white pyroceram.

Motif labels

wheatgrainstalksgoldenharvest

Model-code examples

P-1-WP-2-WP-3-WP-4-W
Lookalike check: Sometimes confused with wheat patterns on other cookware brands
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Wildflower

scarce

1977–1984

Delicate wildflowers in blue and white on white pyroceram; subtle, understated motif.

Motif labels

wildflowerdaisyblue flowermeadowfloral

Model-code examples

P-1-WFP-1 1/2-WFP-2-WFP-3-WFP-4-WF
Lookalike check: Can be confused with other floral patterns — verify model code suffix '-WF'
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Autumn Leaves

moderate

1979–1984

Orange, brown, and red autumn leaf motif on white pyroceram.

Motif labels

autumnleavesfallorangebrown

Model-code examples

P-1-ALP-2-ALP-3-AL
Lookalike check: Color vibrancy in orange/brown prints varies with use
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Butterfly Gold

moderate

1970–1977

Gold butterfly motifs with floral accents on white pyroceram.

Motif labels

butterflygoldyellowwingsfloral

Model-code examples

P-1-BFP-2-BFP-3-BFP-4-BF
Lookalike check: Gold color can oxidize or fade with repeated washing
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Colonial Mist

moderate

1974–1979

Very subtle blue-gray misty sprig pattern on white pyroceram.

Motif labels

colonialmistbluesubtledelicate

Model-code examples

P-1-CMP-2-CMP-3-CMP-4-CM
Lookalike check: Subtlety means pieces are sometimes mispriced or unlabeled at thrift — good hunting opportunity
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Country Blue

moderate

1977–1985

Simple country-style blue motif; traditional and understated.

Motif labels

bluecountrysimplenavystripes

Model-code examples

P-1-CBP-2-CBP-3-CB
Lookalike check: Can be confused with other blue-themed patterns — verify codes
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Floral Bouquet

moderate

1971–1975

Delicate blue floral bouquet spray on white pyroceram.

Motif labels

bouquetfloralflowersbluespray

Model-code examples

P-1-FP-2-FP-3-FP-4-F
Lookalike check: Can be confused with Blue Cornflower at a glance — inspect motif closely
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French Rooster

moderate

1972–1977

Colorful French-style rooster motif; farmhouse kitchen aesthetic.

Motif labels

roosterchickenfrenchfarmhousecolorful

Model-code examples

P-1-FRP-2-FRP-3-FR
Lookalike check: Rooster pattern also appears on other brands — confirm 'Corning Ware' marks
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Friendship

moderate

1981–1985

Blue birds on branches; cheerful nature motif from early 1980s.

Motif labels

birdsfriendshipblue birdbranchnature

Model-code examples

P-1-FDP-2-FDP-3-FD
Lookalike check: Subtle motif can be overlooked at thrift — a hunting opportunity for buyers
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Garden Harvest

moderate

1975–1981

Colorful garden vegetables including tomatoes and greens on white pyroceram.

Motif labels

vegetablesgardenharvesttomatogreen

Model-code examples

P-1-GHP-2-GHP-3-GHP-10-GH
Lookalike check: Vegetable motifs can fade with repeated use and washing
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Marmelade

moderate

1972–1977

Bright orange citrus/marmalade motif; vivid 1970s kitchen aesthetic.

Motif labels

orangecitrusmarmeladefruitbright

Model-code examples

P-1-MAP-2-MAP-3-MA
Lookalike check: Orange prints can fade; vivid examples are more valuable
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Meadow

moderate

1977–1982

Green pastoral meadow with small flowers; soft, nature-inspired palette.

Motif labels

meadowgreenflowersgrasspastoral

Model-code examples

P-1-MEP-2-MEP-3-ME
Lookalike check: Green tones can fade; verify color vibrancy
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Nature's Bounty

moderate

1971–1975

Harvest-themed motif with wheat, fruit, and earth-toned botanical elements.

Motif labels

harvestwheatfruitbountyearth tones

Model-code examples

P-1-NP-2-NP-3-NP-4-NP-10-N
Lookalike check: Earth-tone motifs can look faded when heavily used — inspect color vibrancy
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Painted Wildflower

moderate

1978–1984

Casual, hand-painted-style wildflower motif; folksy and colorful.

Motif labels

hand-paintedwildflowerfolkcolorfulcasual

Model-code examples

P-1-PWP-2-PW
Lookalike check: Folk-style motifs vary in quality — inspect print consistency
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Prairie Flowers

moderate

1983–1988

Small multicolor prairie wildflowers; busy but charming 1980s aesthetic.

Motif labels

prairiewildflowermulticolorsmall flowersgarden

Model-code examples

P-1-PFP-2-PFP-3-PF
Lookalike check: Busy multicolor prints show wear and fading readily
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Shadow Iris

moderate

1984–1988

Stylized purple/lavender iris flowers on white pyroceram.

Motif labels

irispurplelavenderflowershadow

Model-code examples

P-1-SIP-2-SIP-3-SIP-4-SI
Lookalike check: Purple prints can appear faded — check for vibrancy in listing photos
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Town and Country

moderate

1967–1975

Warm brown geometric 'town and country' pattern; earthy 1970s palette.

Motif labels

browngeometriccountrysquarestown

Model-code examples

P-1-TCP-2-TCP-3-TCP-4-TC
Lookalike check: Brown geometric prints can look faded on worn pieces
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Velvet Rose

moderate

1983–1988

Soft pink roses on white pyroceram; romantic, feminine aesthetic.

Motif labels

rosepinkvelvetfloralromantic

Model-code examples

P-1-VRP-2-VRP-3-VR
Lookalike check: Pink prints fade with use and washing; inspect carefully
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Blue Cornflower

common

1958–1988 (original run); reissued later

Classic blue stylized cornflower with stem and leaf printed on white pyroceram.

Motif labels

cornflowerblue flowerblue petalsstemleaf

Model-code examples

P-1-BP-1 1/2-BP-2-BP-2 1/2-BP-3-B
Lookalike check: This is the most common pattern — most single pieces sell for $8–$20 at thrift prices
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Blue Cornflower Roaster (P-10-B)

common

1958–1988

The P-10-B is the large Blue Cornflower roasting casserole.

Motif labels

cornflowerblueroasterlargeP-10

Model-code examples

P-10-B
Lookalike check: Very common — rarely commands collector premiums
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Cornflower Blue Large Print

common

1970s–1980s (revised print runs)

Later print runs of Blue Cornflower feature a larger, bolder flower.

Motif labels

cornflowerlarge printboldblueflower

Model-code examples

P-1-BP-2-B
Lookalike check: Large-print versions are generally less valuable than early small-print pieces
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Country Cornflower

common

1994–2000

Reissue-era cornflower pattern; less precise printing than original 1958–1988 runs.

Motif labels

cornflowerbluecountrycasualsmaller print

Model-code examples

P-1.5-BP-2-CC
Lookalike check: Do not pay original-Cornflower prices for reissue pieces — very little resale value
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French White

common

1978–present (various runs)

Plain white pyroceram with no decorative pattern; French White is the named line.

Motif labels

whiteplainsolidno patternsimple

Model-code examples

F-1-BF-1 1/2-BF-2-BF-5-B
Lookalike check: Still manufactured — modern pieces have minimal resale value
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Spice of Life

common

1972–1987

Depicts stylized herbs and vegetables — eggplant, mushroom, marjoram, dill — in earth tones.

Motif labels

herbsvegetableseggplantmushroommarjoram

Model-code examples

P-1-SP-1 1/2-SP-2-SP-2 1/2-SP-3-S
Lookalike check: Very abundant — easily found at thrift stores and estate sales for $5–$15 per piece
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Spring Blossom Green

common

1972–1979

Small white daisies on green stems; also produced as a Pyrex pattern at same era.

Motif labels

daisygreenspringblossomwhite flower

Model-code examples

P-1-1/2-GP-2-GP-3-GP-4-G
Lookalike check: Very common; single pieces seldom exceed $15–$20 in resale
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