Pyrex Cinderella Bowls: Complete Guide to Sets & Values
Cinderella bowls are among the most collected vintage Pyrex pieces — and one of the most confusing to navigate. Here’s everything you need to know about the cinderella shape, the model numbers, and what they’re worth.
What Are Pyrex Cinderella Bowls?
“Cinderella bowls” is the collector term for a specific Pyrex mixing bowl shape: a gently angled bowl with two small handles on opposite sides, resembling the glass slipper motif. Corning introduced this shape in the late 1950s and produced it in dozens of patterns through the 1980s.
The handles make them instantly recognizable — and more functional than the round nesting bowls, since you can actually grip them.
The Cinderella Bowl Model Numbers
The standard cinderella bowl set uses these four model numbers:
| Model | Size | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 441 | 1½ quart (small) | Smallest in the standard set |
| 442 | 1½ quart (medium) | One step up |
| 443 | 2½ quart | The workhorse size |
| 444 | 4 quart (large) | The display piece |
A “complete set” means all four in the same pattern and condition. Complete sets in popular patterns sell for significantly more than the sum of the individual pieces because they’re rarely found together in matching condition.
Additional cinderella-adjacent model numbers you’ll encounter:
- 473 — a larger 4-quart cinderella bowl (found in some patterns)
- 475 — another large size variant
- 045 — the 2½ quart casserole dish (same era, often sold with cinderella sets)
What Cinderella Bowl Sets Are Worth
| Pattern | Complete Set (441–444) | Individual 444 |
|---|---|---|
| Lucky in Love | $1,500–$3,000+ | $600–$900 |
| Atomic Eyes | $800–$1,500 | $300–$500 |
| Butterprint | $120–$200 | $40–$70 |
| Gooseberry | $120–$200 | $40–$70 |
| Snowflake (Blue) | $100–$180 | $35–$65 |
| Friendship | $80–$140 | $25–$45 |
| Spring Blossom Green | $80–$140 | $25–$45 |
| Autumn Harvest | $70–$130 | $20–$40 |
| Woodland | $70–$130 | $20–$40 |
| Butterfly Gold | $70–$120 | $20–$40 |
See the full Vintage Pyrex Price Guide for a complete breakdown.
How to Find Cinderella Sets
Finding a complete set locally is rare. Sets get separated over decades of use — one bowl gets chipped, one gets left at a potluck, one ends up at a different thrift store. Most collectors assemble sets piece by piece.
If you’re hunting a complete set:
- eBay is the most reliable source — search `pyrex 441 442 443 444 [pattern name]`
- Facebook BST groups (Pyrex & All Things Vintage, Pyrex Collectors) — sets do appear here
- Estate sales — your best shot at finding a set together in original condition
Condition Red Flags
When evaluating cinderella bowls, check:
- The handles — handles are thick and sturdy but watch for chips at the handle base
- The rim — rim chips are common and significantly reduce value
- Decoration wear — hold at an angle to see if the pattern is fading or worn through
- Dishwasher haze — white film on the glass surface (inside or out) indicates dishwasher damage
The 444 (largest) gets the most use and is often the most worn. Finding a pristine 444 is sometimes harder than finding a pristine small.
Mixing Bowls vs. Cinderella Bowls
The terms are sometimes used interchangeably, but there’s a distinction:
- Cinderella bowls = handled bowls, model numbers 441–444 (and 473/475)
- Nesting/mixing bowls = round, no handles, model numbers 401–404
The 401–404 round nesting bowls (and the solid-color Primary Colors set) are the original Pyrex mixing bowls. Some patterns appear only in the cinderella shape; others appear in both.
Use Our Pattern Database
Every pattern page in our Pattern Database lists which cinderella bowl sizes were made in that pattern, with individual model numbers, value ranges, and direct eBay search links for each piece.