If you’re hoping to declutter and make some cash, look no further than your kitchen — or, rather, your grandma’s kitchen.
Vintage kitchen appliances are cool to have around, but between Gen Z making what’s old new again and collectors constantly on the hunt for antiques, some of these items have more value than one might think.
And when sold to the right person, they could be worth a small fortune.
Here are some kitchenware collectibles that could be worth a big buck:
CorningWare
CorningWare is often passed down from generation to generation, and your mom’s vintage baking dish could be worth thousands.
The white casserole dish made out of Pyroceram material introduced in 1958 is still popular, but the more rare the design, the higher the resale price.
According to HomeBeautiful, the most valuable CorningWare designs include: Spice of Life (1972 to 1987), Floral Bouquet (1971 to 1975), Wildflower (1977 to 1984) and Country Festival (1975 to 1976).
A vintage CorningWare with the Spice of Life pattern is going for $50,000 on eBay.
Cookie cutters
Everyone loves a cookie cutter, and vintage ones — particularly those of a specific shape or from a specific era — can be worth a pretty penny.
Delish noted that collectors tend to seek out cookie cutters based on size, color and shape. Extra-large or extra-small cutters are highly coveted, and darker tins are usually a sign of how old they are.
A vintage Martha Stewart by Mail Noah’s Ark cookie cutter set is listed on eBay for $895.95. According to Oprah Magazine, a mint-condition “Heart in Hand” from Martha Stewart that’s several decades old can sell for up to $1,500.
Cast-iron skillet
Cast-iron skillets are known for their durability, even cooking, versatility, and heat retention and distribution.
They’re a hot commodity in modern times, but vintage cast-iron skillets are highly coveted — particularly those from the 19th and early 20th centuries.
According to Southern Living, a vintage, rare, one-of-a-kind Griswold cast-iron skillet with a spider design sold in 2019 for $8,000.
Currently on eBay, the most expensive listing for a cast-iron skillet is a $5,000 vintage Wagner Ware Sidney O variety.
Pyrex
Pyrex has been a kitchen staple for many generations, dating back to the mid-20th century.
Known for its colorful and patterned glassware, some vintage Pyrex can be worth up to $3,000, according to NPR — even though they’re not even dishwasher safe.
Tea kettles
Tea kettles, whether modern or vintage, are typically beautiful collectors’ items — especially those with unique patterns and colors, made from materials like copper or brass.
Prices vary based on how vintage they are, design and manufacturer.
A Victorian antique sterling silver Spirit Kettle is currently going on eBay for $6,310 — and on 1stDibs, a Vintage Georg Jensen Tea Kettle is posted at a staggering $19,143 list value.
China sets
It’s no secret that porcelain china sets are highly sought after — and a 10- to 12-person fine-china set can be worth more than $1,500, designer Samantha Stathis-Lynch of New Jersey–based Samantha Ware Designs, told House Beautiful.
Stathis-Lynch shared that the more intricate the design and the more subtle the color, the more valuable the set will be.
One 54-piece set from 1928 is listed on eBay for a whopping $10,000.
