The 1940s Kitchen Thrift Collectibles That Could Be Worth $500

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The 1940s Kitchen Thrift Collectibles That Could Be Worth $500 By Alexa Valme Nov. 2, 2025 10:39 am EST

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Tiffany dishware isn't the only iconic option hiding in thrift stores that's worth a high price. Tucked between chipped teacups and forgotten Pyrex, you might spot the telltale milky green of jadeite, the kitchen glassware that once defined 1940s America. A pale mint blended with cream, smooth to the touch with a soft, light-catching glow, it is a color that somehow makes even ordinary shelves look special. At the time, brands like Fire-King and McKee turned out dinner sets in that cheerful green hue, bringing a little optimism to wartime kitchens. Eight decades later, those same plates and bowls can command up to $500 in antiqu